The Travel Channel recently delved into the mysterious and chilling curse surrounding Robert the doll. This iconic doll has gained notoriety for allegedly causing misfortune and havoc for those who have come into contact with it. The episode explored the origins of Robert the doll, which dates back to the early 20th century in Key West, Florida. It is said to have been owned by a young boy named Robert Eugene Otto, who believed the doll was possessed by a spirit. The doll's creepy appearance, with its glassy eyes and eerie smirk, has captivated the imagination of many. Numerous reports of strange occurrences and unexplained phenomena have been associated with Robert.
Magic Robin Hood Holiday Park’s Ultra All-Inclusive, Alfaz del Pi
The whole family will be able to enjoy the lodging plan that makes us different in Magic Costa Blanca in every corner of the spectacular Magic Robin Hood Vacation Resort: the Ultra All Inclusive; exclusive and full of novelties, you forget to pay more during all your vacations and just focus on enjoying.
Dare to live the adventure of a holiday with the pioneering regime of Magic Costa Blanca that combines all the necessary ingredients to make your stay an unforgettable experience.
If you book Ultra All Inclusive, our APP will be your best ally to enjoy all the advantages of this regime. You can use it to check availability and book your excursions, theme restaurants and visits. All in one place and with just one click.
Book it, enjoy and taste everything we have for you, included.
NEW! MAGIC BEACH CLUBS COLLECTION
If we combine sun, sea, cocktails and good gastronomy we get A Bordo Gastrolounge, Magic Stars and Maui Beach Club, the new gastrolounge located on the beachfront of Benidorm.
Magic Beach Clubs [EXCLUSIVE WITH UAI]
A Bordo Gastrolounge located on the Poniente beach, presents the perfect combination of aroma and Mediterranean flavour, where you can enjoy typical dishes such as arroz a banda with a good local wine.
Magic Stars Café located on Levante beach. It is a place with amazing decoration, memorabilia and live performances that will inspire you.
Maui Beach Club located on Levante beach, is designed to create unforgettable moments. A restaurant where you can eat healthily without giving up on flavour. As well as refreshing yourself with delicious signature cocktails. View more View less
With the UAI regime you can enjoy the Beach Club restaurants and their amazing unique dishes in front of the Mediterranean Sea.
- For all stays it includes up to 2 free drinks per person/day to enjoy at our Magic Beach Clubs (they must be drinks that are included, within your Ultra All Inclusive regime, on the menu of the hotel or resort where you stay. Includes one drink to enjoy at one of our Beach Clubs and two to take away).
- If you wish to enjoy the rest of the items not included in the menu of your accommodation, you can also do so with a special discount (Available until 20:00 hours).
- For stays from 4 to 6 nights includes a FREE BRUNCH per person, to be enjoyed in one of our Magic Beach Clubs. (Closed menu. Subject to availability/quota).
- For stays of 7 nights or more includes a FREE MEAL per person, to be enjoyed at one of our Magic Beach Clubs (Closed menu. Subject to availability/quota). (Closed menu. Subject to availability/quota).
Live a complete holiday with ultra all inclusive:
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Welcome Pack
Surprise yourself with a Cava Welcome Pack in your cabin, you deserve it.
Mini Bar Sustainable Daily Replacement
In order to reduce waste generation, only cans left in the hut's waste bin will be replenished. Cava will not be replenished. On the day of departure drinks will not be replenished.
Top brand drinks in all the Resort bars and restaurants. Enjoy a good medieval drink wherever and whenever you want: coffee shop, beer shop, ice-cream parlour, snacks and food trucks with smoothies and slushies, chill out terrace and cocktail shop. Don't miss a thing!
Only champagne, cava and reserve drinks are excluded in the UAI. We have them, you can order it if you want a drink directly in the bar under charge.
The Best Gastronomy
Our themed restaurants inspired by Robin Hood's legend are very special. In them you can imagine yourself and your children in the story of the outlaw of Sherwood, in the purest medieval style.
Only with the UTI will you be able to discover the themed restaurants that will surprise you with pleasant table service (on request and availability of the service on the APP). (For stays of 1 to 4 nights includes 1 lunch or dinner in one of the themed restaurants of your choice. For stays of 5 nights or more includes 1 lunch or dinner at each of the resort's themed restaurants).
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*To enjoy the themed restaurants you must book your table from the APP
Themed restaurants [EXCLUSIVE WITH UAI]:
● Friar Tuck's Inn
Barbecue restaurant with show-cooking to taste the best meats from the Robin Hood village.
● Robin Forest Café
Set in the Sherwood forest where you will find the characters of this story while tasting a select menu of typical American dishes.
●Lionheart Magic Restaurant.
In this space, UAI guests staying in Premium lodges can enjoy gastronomy and surprises.
●Arrocería.
Enjoy our succulent rice dishes, one of the signature dishes of the Mediterranean.
● Italian Long Bow
Recommended for Italian cuisine lovers: pizza, pasta, ravioli. Buon appetito!
Pizza service in the lodge
Would you like some pizza in the cabin? We' ll bring it to you. It will be your favorite advantage during your stay, as many times as you want within the schedule established for this service.
Get ready to savor this adventure, here we specify which restaurants are available to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. Book this service from the APP.
Buffet restaurants without previous booking, included:
● The Golden Arrow
Main restaurant international food buffet with medieval decoration.
● The Long Bow Terrace
Situated next to the pool and with a large terrace offers a selection of snacks practically all day.
Remember that there are children's menus available or specialised menus for specific diets (coeliacs, allergies. ) that you can request 24 hours in advance from the Maître of the restaurant or buffet.
*Repeats and reservations subject to availability. (If you wish to guarantee daily access to themed restaurants, a reservation must be made at reception at a cost of €5 per person/night for each day of stay. It must be made at least 24 hours in advance for the entire stay and for all persons in the reservation).
PAY ONE AND ENJOY THEM ALL!
Did you know that our hotel chain has more than a dozen accommodations? Book your visit to other Magic Costa Blanca hotels on arrival at the APP.
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You can choose if you want to visit another resort to enjoy its facilities or if you also want to enjoy food and drinks there.
If indecision takes hold of you when you book, don't worry, because you can enjoy the other hotels thanks to the Ultra All Inclusive regime for free.
Hotels available to visit:
● Apartotel Magic Tropical Splash Water Park, Spa & Caribbean Resort (Finestrat)
● Hotel Magic Aqua™ Rock Garden (Benidorm)
● Villa Luz Family Gourmet & All Exclusive Hotel (Gandia)
● Hotel Magic Cristal Park (Benidorm)
● Hotel Magic Villa Benidorm (Benidorm)
Includes the transfer (from april 1st to October 31st, 2023) between one hotel to another for all cases except for the Hotel Villa Luz (Gandia).
These visits are subject to availability at the APP.
*The number of visits may vary according to the number of nights of stay booked.
By choosing the Ultra All Inclusive you will be able to live unforgettable experiences like these:
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Spa Circuit
Feel the tranquility and disconnection with a Spa Circuit (+16 years) at the resort's Spa & Beauty Center designed to disconnect and relax during the holidays.
● Stays from 4 to 6 nights: 1 hour Spa Circuit INCLUDED
● Stays from 7 nights: Spa Circuit of 2 hours INCLUDED
● Hygiene kit with charge is obligatory.
Game Experience
Enjoy the latest generation of videogames in our Game Experience Room. You will be able to delve into mind-blowing worlds in first person and feel the adventure as you have never felt it before (minimum age 12 years old). Subject to availability.
Laser Tag
The most fun game that simulates a combat between teams (minimum age 8 years old). Subject to availability.
Synthetic Ice Rink
Live a unique experience skating like a pro. Access from 4 years old for 45 minutes with an additional cost. Includes access to the rink and skate rental. Use of gloves is compulsory. Subject to availability. You can book these activities from the APP.
Excursions Pack valued in more than 200€
-If your stay is 4 nights or more, we include this excursion pack:
● Medieval Magic Robin Hood Challenge (Subject to opening schedule)*
● Princesses and knights show (from 16/06/2023 to 09/09/2023)
● Magic show (from 16/06/2023 to 09/09/2023)
-Staying for 7 nights or more ? You´ll enjoy:
● Entrance to Terra Natura animal park and Aqua Natura water park (Subject to park opening times).
● Medieval Magic Robin Hood Challenge (Subject to opening calendar)
● Princesses and knights show (from 16/06/2023 to 09/09/2023)
● Magic show (from 16/06/2023 to 09/09/2023)
Remember that the excursions are subject to the opening calendar of each of them and the availability of the service in the APP, so if you have any questions, contact us and we will be happy to answer them.
Just worry about enjoying yourself, we'll do the rest.
*The company reserves the right to exchange this excursion for an entrance to Terra/Aqua Natura for guests with UAI stays from 4 to 6 nights).
Magic Robin Hood Resort
Let the children enter the world of a fairytale at the medieval-themed Magic Robin Hood, located on Spain’s Costa Blanca. The resort is an Aladdin’s cave of activities to keep families entertained for a week or fortnight, including a waterpark (min. height 1.2m), mini club, teens’ club, video game hall, rock climbing wall, mini golf and a skating rink. And if that wasn’t enough there’s a skate park, teqball tables, human foosball, laser tag, archery, tennis courts and football fields.
Parents may opt to join a centre of tranquillity at Lady Marian’s Spa. It’s equipped with an ice fountain, Jacuzzi®, contrast shower, Turkish bath, Scottish shower, sauna, whirlpool, hammocks and cascades. Children over 12 are welcome too but only if accompanied by an adult.
When it’s time to eat, you can choose to dine at either The Golden Arrow Buffet or the poolside Long Bow Terrace. Both include a children’s buffet and cater for celiacs, allergies and other diets. For a special dinner visit one of the themed eateries, such as Robin Forest Cafe (with a Sherwood Forest setting) and Friar Tuck’s Inn, where succulent meat is served fresh from the grill. Further options include Arrocería, dishing up rice dishes, plus an Italian. There are also four medieval-themed bars, with one just for adults.
The lodges are split into separate villages across the resort: Nottingham, Sherwood, Robin Hood Garden and Lion Heart. The Nottingham area is themed around the home of the Sheriff, with lodges catering for between 2 and 4 guests. Larger families may opt for Sherwood, where each building has space for groups of 2-7. The Robin Hood Garden Lodges are themed around the character’s hideout with capacity for 2-5. Lion Heart is the premium choice, with access to additional perks – including a medieval-themed dinner show.
Each lodge includes air conditioning, a TV, safe, microwave, heating, tea & coffee-making facilities and a sofa bed. Larger lodges have bunk beds, while upgrades include private Jacuzzis®. If you opt for All Inclusive then all your meals, snacks and drinks will be included, with the exception of champagne, cava and reserves.
Benidorm, with its sandy shores, is just over 4km from Magic Robin Hood Resort, where there’s an abundance of bars, cafes and restaurants. Children will relish a visit to Terra Natura (8.5km away) where they can see elephants, tigers, lions and rhinos. While no one’s too old or young to enjoy a trip to the Valor Chocolate Museum (16km away).
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Magic Robin Hood Resort
About this hotel
The 4-star Magic Robin Hood Resort is located in the picturesque Benidorm resort, Costa Blanca. The hotel boasts waterslides, adventure-centric facilities, and Medieval-themed entertainment. With a great range of facilities and comfortable accommodation, this hotel is an excellent choice for couples and families seeking a cheerful holiday in the sun.
Accommodation
Air conditioned rooms with lovely decor come with all the amenities you’d expect, including WiFi, a private bathroom, and a furnished balcony or terrace. Room choices range from superior, deluxe, premium bungalows to three-bedroom bungalows for family stays. All rooms are designed to accommodate couples or families. The hotel also places great emphasis on inclusivity and offers facilities for guests with disabilities.
Pool and wellness
The hotel has outdoor swimming pools, surrounded by a spacious sun terrace and dotted with sun loungers and parasols. There's also a kids' pool. Plus, there’s a handy poolside bar serving all kinds of refreshing drinks.
Food and drink
When it comes to food and drink, the hotel’s buffet-style restaurant offers a selection of Spanish and international dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while the a' la carte restaurants serve lunch and dinner. As well as the restaurant, there are a variety of bars to grab a drink and unwind.
Children
Children are catered for with a kids’ club. Depending on age, such activities as a playground and an entertainment programme for children are available.
Activities and entertainment
Tennis and billiards are some of the activities on offer. Plus, the hotel operates daytime and evening entertainment programmes. Alternatively, there are many ways to occupy your time outside the hotel, including shopping or spending a day at the beach.
Outside the hotel
Benidorm is a lively resort town and one of the most popular destinations for many holidaymakers. The town has a range of beaches. Two of these include Levant Beach and La Roda. Costa Blanca is a remarkable location for spending a day in the sun. The resort town itself has a great range of restaurants, bars, and cafés for you to dive into. You’ll also be near Festilandia-Sould Park, a place worth visiting in this region.
Top Facilities
- Outdoor pools
- Aqua park
- Kids' club
- Fitness centre
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurants
- Bar
Numerous reports of strange occurrences and unexplained phenomena have been associated with Robert. From patrons of the museum where the doll is housed claiming to have seen it move on its own to visitors experiencing bad luck and misfortunes after encountering it, the legend of Robert the doll has grown. The Travel Channel's investigation into this mysterious curse included interviews with witnesses and experts, as well as reenactments of eerie scenes to help recreate the chilling atmosphere surrounding the doll.
While skepticism remains, it cannot be denied that the stories and experiences shared by those who have encountered Robert are unsettling. The curse seems to have a hold on anyone who crosses its path, causing chaos and misfortune wherever it goes. Whether one believes in the curse or not, the story of Robert the doll is undeniably captivating. Its chilling presence continues to intrigue and terrify those who dare to learn more about this haunted toy..
Reviews for "The Dark Side of Playtime: The Curse of Robert the Doll"
1. Sarah - 1 star - I found "Travel channel reveals the chilling curse of Robert the Doll" to be extremely underwhelming. The show failed to offer any new or compelling information about the infamous doll, instead rehashing old stories and myths that have been circulating for years. The so-called "chilling curse" was nothing more than a series of unsubstantiated claims and vague anecdotes. Overall, I was highly disappointed with this episode and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a truly chilling and informative watching experience.
2. Mark - 2 stars - As a long-time viewer of the Travel Channel, I was excited to watch "Travel channel reveals the chilling curse of Robert the Doll". However, I found the episode to be lacking in substance. The storytelling was disjointed, with a confusing mix of reenactments, interviews, and random footage. The central focus, Robert the Doll, was not given enough screen time, and the alleged curse was played up for dramatic effect without solid evidence. All in all, this episode was a missed opportunity to explore the fascinating world of cursed objects and left me feeling unsatisfied.
3. Jessica - 2.5 stars - I had high hopes for "Travel channel reveals the chilling curse of Robert the Doll" but unfortunately, it did not deliver. The documentary lacked depth and failed to present any new information or insights into the curse of Robert the Doll. The interviews with supposed witnesses felt staged and rehearsed, and the reenactments were poorly executed. Overall, this episode felt like a wasted opportunity to delve into the true horror and mystery surrounding the cursed doll. While it may still be entertaining for some, I was left wanting more from this documentary.