THE countdown to one, the lighting, and the applause, the Christmas trees are aglow marking the official Yuletide season for the Davao hotels.
How the establishments dress up its holiday trees annually is always something to look forward to. It’s most important that guests are cheered up once they set foot in the lobby — and have their photo ops. I believe no one can resist having a photo with the Christmas set-up as a backdrop.
But go beyond the beautiful décor, what it stands for is truly amazing. While the glow of the Christmas tree can elicit a smile, even oohs and aahs and good vibes, it gives so much more — TLC to people who matters and need it most.
How are the hotels dressed up and to whom are they extending their TLC to this season? Here it is.
Marco Polo Davao.
Theme: “Shining Holidays”
Décor: Native ornaments in gold and white decorate the 12-foot Christmas Tree and hotel hallway.
TLC beneficiary: Bangon Marawi. The donation drive will aid in the rehabilitation of Marawi City
“Christmas is a season of great joy: a time for remembering the past and hoping for the future. May this lighting ceremony be a symbol of hope to our country and a reminder to us that we can be an instrument of bringing lightness to the darkest moments of our fellow Filipinos.” — Dottie Wurgler-Cronin, General Manager.
Waterfront Insular Hotel.
Theme: “Smiles of the Season”
Décor: The festive colors of Mardi Gras with the 15-foot Christmas tree festooned with assortments of masks, glittered fleur de lis, garlands and ornaments of purple, gold and green as the centerpiece.
TLC beneficiary: Davao City Children’s Cancer Fund, Inc.’s House of Hope Foundation.
“Having themed this Christmas ‘Smiles of the Season’, we hope to give them the joy they give the world by granting the children’s wishes and lining up some wonderful activities that are meant to entertain them.”— Bryan Lasala, Hotel Manager.
Park Inn by Radisson.
Theme: “Shapes and Colors of Christmas”
Décor: The Christmas tree is inspired by the color bars of the Park Inn brand. It's paired with a Jenga-like tower as switch for a fun and playful vibe.
TLC Beneficiary: Love the Children Foundation
“I have always believed that the message of Christmas is one of hope and bliss. Christmas is a time for sharing our blessings and for gratitude for all that we receive each day, and as we reach out to family and friends, I hope we'll also open our hearts to those who are lonely and in need, people who are less fortunate than ourselves.”— Emeyln Rosales, General Manger.
Seda Abreeza.
Theme: “Lights”
Décor: Green and white Christmas tree with accents that highlight the symbols of light – candles, lamps, fairy lights.
TLC Beneficiary: Help Educate and Rear Orphans (HERO) Foundation and Smile Train
“The hotel’s decorations and accents are highlighted by symbols of light to signify hope, faith, and peace. A simple message to everyone that if we ought to unite and share all good things, we will be each other’s light and get through anything – even the hardest battles.”—Ken Kapulong, Hotel Manager.
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