Standing in the heart of the country’s luxury district, Makati Shangri-La shone even brighter as it hosted its annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony, held again at the five-star hotel’s grand lobby. The merriment ushered in Shangri-La’s own welcome celebration of the Yuletide season with this year’s theme “The Grand Getaway: Holiday Sparkle”.
In an evening of good food and good music, Director of Communications Patricia Javier shared that hotel guests can now surround themselves with the joyful sights of Christmas as it shimmers and sparkles.
The hotel’s grand lobby now houses a silver castle adorned with touches of crystal and classic pieces, sparkling trees and glowing chandeliers. “We have illuminated it with grandeur and elegance in mind, in celebration of the brightest season,” Javier said.
“We have especially selected an all-silver and sparkling theme to match the hotel’s grandeur and timeless elegance,” added Alain Borgers, the general manager of Makati Shangri-La and the area manager of the Shangri-La’s Philippine properties.
What’s more is, for this year, Makati Shangri-La has partnered with Danish jeweler Pandora and luxury watch manufacturer Philip Stein to add to the hotel’s finely curated holiday offerings. Pandora is showcasing its 2016 Christmas collection, while Philip Stein is highlighting its 2016 Legacy collection. As a holiday treat to lucky guests, Makati Shangri-La will raffle off Philip Stein Horizon Bracelets and Pandora Gift Sets for bookings and stays from December 16 to January 8, 2017. The raffle draw is set on the following day, January 9.
In the spirit of giving, Christmas hampers are also now available at the hotel’s lobby.
Of course, Christmas is not Christmas without children receiving treats from Santa Claus. To celebrate this tradition, Makati Shangri-La is bringing Santa to give out candy canes to good little girls and boys on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
“Throughout December, we hope you can join us in the activities for the kids and the kids-at-heart. Each dining experience is sure to bring you back to your most loved Noche Buena memories with your family. As they say, the best gift around the Christmas tree is the presence of family wrapped in love. And your Makati Shangri-La family is here to stay,” Javier said in closing.