Hilton Manila officially welcomed the holiday season and celebrated the joy of a Christmas homecoming with its recent annual tree-lighting ceremony. The full service property showcased its travel-inspired Christmas tree filled with festively designed suitcases and location tags of iconic cities where Hilton properties are located.
The joyous celebration started with a theatrical performance by the UP Filipiniana Dancers and accompanied by members of the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, who serenaded guests throughout the evening. The lighting of the 12-ft. tall Christmas tree at the hotel’s main lobby was led by Simon McGrath, Hilton Manila’s general manager, together with kids from Smile Train Philippines, Kingson Sian, president and CEO of Resorts World Manila, and Pasay City Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano.
“The Christmas season is more than just celebrations and gift-giving, it is an occasion to spread joy, give thanks and reach out,” said Simon.
To complete the impressive sensory experience, Madison Lounge & Bar gave a warm, aromatic welcome to arriving guests with the opening of its one-stop Gingerbread gift shop adorned with real sugary treats and handcrafted by the hotel’s resident pastry team at the hotel’s welcome lobby. The giant confection features a decadent assortment of sweet creations, Yuletide hampers and suitcases-to-go packed with all sorts of savory gourmet delights and homemade goodies.
The ceremony also doubled as an occasion to announce the partnership between Smile Train Philippines and Hilton Manila, which endeavors to provide free surgeries and care for children born with cleft and other facial deformities.
In support of this charitable advocacy, guests may purchase Hilton Manila’s featured huggable plush doll, Sunny the Bear, at Madison Lounge & Bar for P400. All proceeds will be awarded to Smile Train Philippines, whose people are committed to providing the gift of new smiles and second chances to children with cleft palates.
To learn more about Hilton Manila’s festive offerings, log on to www.hiltonmanila.com, visit http://bit.ly/ChristmasHomecoming2019, call +632 7239 7788 loc. 7375 or email mnlph_f&binquiries@hilton.com. For more information and updates like Hilton Manila on Facebook.com/HiltonManila and follow @hiltonmanila on Instagram.
