Christmas is a holiday most Filipino families look forward to. Since it’s a season of gifting and celebrating, looking for a place to shop and be entertained is practically a must!
One place it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas is at the country’s premier entertainment and lifestyle destination, Resorts World Manila (RWM), thanks to the launch of their annual Grand Fiesta Manila 2019.
(L-R) Resorts World Manila President and CEO Kingson Sian; Pasay City Mayor Emi Calixto- Rubiano; Hon. Pasay Representative Antonino Calixto; and CEO of Alliance Global Inc., and Head of Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Kevin Andrew Tan during the Grand Fiesta Manila 2019 launch and Tree Lighting ceremony. Photo Courtesy of Resorts World Manila
Resorts World is celebrating its 10th anniversary celebrations with a marathon of grand offers, including hotel staycations, buffet treats, exciting concerts, special events, and shopping discounts. Last November 11, RMW officially launched this year’s Grand Fiesta Manila with a tree-lighting ceremony.
Christmas carols and giant decorations were featured to usher in the Yuletide season.
Sumptous Meals Catered by Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant brand Yamazato at the soon-to-open Hotel Okura Manila.
The ceiling of Resorts World Manila being adorned by Christmas decors.
The event was opened by UP Singing Ambassadors and Gretchen Ho. We also got a taste of the entertainment that RWM has to offer with Gary Valenciano, Juris, and Side A accompanied by meals and refreshments sponsored by the upcoming Hotel Okura and the soon-to-open Japanese fine dining restaurant Yamazato.
UP Madrigal Singers Opening the night with both Filipino and Foreign Christmas Carols.
There will be a series of holiday shindigs at RWM along spirits, sake and beer, while the opening of Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant brand Yamazato is slated this November at the soon-to-open Hotel Okura Manila.
Grechen Ho with the yultide season’s favorite character – Santa Claus!
Grechen Ho hosting the night and even doing a wordplay of her last name as greachen ho – ho – ho which is fitting for the season.
On the entertainment front RWM celebrates its 10th anniversary with a string of world-class performances at the Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT) from some of the country’s A-list talents including Ogie Alcasid and the Hurados’ return performance on December 1; a collective of ‘90s most popular bands including True Faith, Side A, Freestyle, and South Border in Romantic Wednesdate on December 4; Richard Poon’s RP10 The Repeat on December 6; Ely Buendia together with the cast of RWM’s Ang Huling El Bimbo in A Night At The Theater on December 8; acoustic princess Juris on December 14; and premier Filipina theater actress Ms. Lea Salonga in The Gift (A Christmas Special) on December 21 and 22.
First in the line up of the entertainment that Resorts World Manila has to offer is no less than Mr. Gary Valenciano singing his signature songs.
Acoustic Princess Juris giving us a taste of some of our heartbreaking but favorite songs.
. Capping off the night is Side A with their timeless classics.
Generation X and R&B music fans can also catch the legendary Boyz II Men for a one-night only performance at the NPAT on December 12.
These great performances then lead up to the Grand Countdown celebrations at the Marriott Grand Ballroom headlined by none other than Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano with Gab and Kiana Valenciano. Other stars slated to perform at the Grand Countdown to 2020 are the TNT boys and the RWM International acrobats and Dancers.
Meanwhile, RWM comes up with the perfect staycation holiday gift via the Grand Staycation promo. For only Php28,000, guests can avail of RWM’s Grand Staycation Package and enjoy overnight stays at six of RWM’s eight acclaimed accommodation brands, including three global five-star hotels Marriott Manila Hotel, Sheraton Manila Hotel, and the Hilton Manila. Guests also get overnight stay vouchers at RWM’s practical luxury accommodations, Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport City (HIEx Manila), Belmont Hotel Manila, and Savoy Hotel Manila.
Complimenting a grand stay are good dining deals via the Grand Food Trip promo for only Php10,000 to enjoy delectable buffets in nine signature dining outlets from RWM and participating hotel partners.
More Yuletide thrills happen at the Newport Mall including the Barbie Holiday Dream House exhibit from December 18 to 24, and weekend performances by the U.P. Singing Ambassadors, and more as Santa gives out gifts to lucky kids at The Plaza. The enchanting indoor light parades also return to RWM on the following dates: December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22.
For more thrilling Christmas offers for Grand Fiesta Manila 2019, visit www.rwmanila.com or download the RWM Mobile App. Hope you enjoy the season only at Resorts World Manila’s #GrandFiestaManila 2019!
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