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by Erica Jahn

“Shine and Sparkle”—a meaningful Christmas Celebration kicks off at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila

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November 8, 2019
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The Shine and Sparkle-themed Christmas Lighting Ceremony at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila was held yesterday at the hotel’s 8th floor lobby which featured a glimmering wonderland with an opulent Christmas Tree decorated with sparkling ornaments and brilliant lights signifying a radiant and worthy cause.

Crimson Hotel’s iconic annual tradition, graced by corporate partners, local community, media and representatives from the partner organizations, presented the hotel’s expanded Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program for the coming 2020. Dubbed as “Crimson Action Reaching Everyone” or CARE, the hotel’s CSR program targets to focus on and foster community social action, healthcare awareness, as well as a strong and innovative anti-plastic campaign and waste management. The ceremony also showcased the joyous yuletide treats and countdown to Christmas activities in store for Crimson Hotel’s patron and clientele.

The event kicked off with the tree lighting led by General Manager Gerhard Doll and joined by Chroma Hospitality executives namely James Montenegro, Ria Jareno, Carmela Bocanegra, Sunish Sadasivan, Jeng Ricalde, and Ann Marie Imperial, Filinvest Hotel’s Nancy Rivera, and Crimson Hotel’s CSR partners.

The tree lighting was led by General Manager Gerhard Doll and joined by Chroma Hospitality executives such as James Montenegro, Ria Jareno, Carmela Bocanegra, Sunish Sadasivan, Jeng Ricalde, and Ann Marie Imperial, Filinvest Hotel’s Nancy Rivera, and their CSR partners represented by Felix Daydora of Gawad Kalinga and Melissa de Leon of Project Pink Support Group
Gleeful performances by adorable students of OB Montessori Center Primary and Intermediate Angels’ Choir
Shine and Sparkle Christmas upcycled decorations by artist Jevie Pagpaguitan

During the program, the partners and beneficiaries of Crimson Hotel’s 2020 CSR were recognized: Stagezero by Project Pink Support Group, Gawad Kalinga, ABS-CBN Bantay Kalikasan, and Green Antz. A portion of the proceeds from Crimson Hotel’s festive promotions will aid in sustaining these causes. Creative installations made by the upcycling artist Jevie Pagpaguitan were also unveiled. A musical ensemble performed by the students of OB Montessori Center, Primary and Intermediate Angels’ Choir and ACTS Manila Ballet made the evening spectacular and even more joyful.

After the event, my pizza cravings were satisfied at the Firehouse Pizza, the property’s newly opened restaurant located on the ground Floor of Entrata Urban Complex, which combines the New York firehouse concept and the laid-back vibe of Southern Manila. [Read my review of Firehouse Pizza restaurant here]


with fellow bloggers enjoying Firehouse pizza
My favourite among all the pizzas we’ve tried last night – Firehouse Burrata 
Photo Opp with General Manager Gerhard Doll at Crimson Hotel’s newly-opened pizza restaurant Firehouse

Last night’s Tree Lighting Ceremony at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila marks JUST THE BEGINNING of the festive season at the iconic property. More holiday surprises, fabulous food and beverage selections, family-friendly activities and promotions are waiting for everyone!

Your “Home for the Holidaze”

You can count on Crimson Hotel to make your holiday break sparkle with shine and joy as you create memorable moments with your family or friends on a Holiday Staycation Package that starts at Php6,200 net.

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    • Rates include:
      • ✓an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room
        ✓buffet breakfast for two at Cafe Eight
        ✓Santa’s Welcome Amenity
        ✓Christmas Surprise Room Setup
        ✓Shopping credits for kids at the Christmas Goodies Corner.

        Stay dates: November 7 to January 5, 2020, except December 24, 30 and 31

The Christmas Eve Room Package offers a relaxing all-inclusive overnight stay that starts at Php10,3888 net. 3Days/ 2Nights stay starts at Php18,888 net.

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    • Rates include:
      • ✓stay in a Deluxe Room
        ✓buffet breakfast for two at Cafe Eight
        ✓Santa’s Welcome Amenity
        ✓Christmas Surprise Room Setup
        ✓Shopping credits for kids at the Christmas Goodies Corner.

        Check-in date: December 23 or 24

“Home for the Holidaze” also has the Christmas Party Packages that will cater to you and your guests during this wonderful time of the year whether you plan to throw a small get-together or a grandiose event.

For a big gathering, the Crimson Grand Ballroom equipped with an LED wall can accommodate a minimum of 200 guests. For smaller events, a group can opt for the Pollock, Calder, or Monet function rooms. The package includes delightful buffet dinner, sound system, use of the LED wall, photo booth, table set-up, Crimson Gift Certificates, and other perks.

Photo in front of Crimson Hotel’s iconic Christmas Tree

Fabulous food, beverage selections, and bountiful feasts Yule love

Fabulous food and beverage selections, and bountiful feasts to satisfy your holiday cravings await you at Crimson Hotel Shine & Sparkle Festive Celebration. Spoil yourself with a star-studded selection of Christmas menus starting on 7th of November until January 1st.

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet

November 28 | 6PM-10PM

Rate per person: Php1,460

A lavish buffet spread with traditional roasted turkey and ham, seafood paella, and other delicious treats

Christmas Indulgence

December 24 | Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet

Rate per person: Php1,740++

December 25 | Christmas Lunch Buffet

Rate per person: Php 1,460++

December 25 | Christmas Dinner Buffet

Rate per person: Php 1,370++

A holiday gastronomical spread featuring sumptuous selections of classic local and international Christmas favourites

New Year Revelries

December 31 | New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet

Rate per person: Php1,740++

December 31 | Countdown Party with live band & DJ at the Gallery 

Rate per person: Php699 net inclusive of unlimited beers, cocktails and sparkling wines from 10PM or Php999 net from 6PM to 12AM

January 1 | New Year Brunch

Rate per person: Php 1,460++

A smorgasbord of flavours, mouthwatering food and drinks selections to fabulously welcome 2020

Sparkling Afternoon Tea

November 7 – December 31 | 3PM-5PM at The Lobby Lounge

Rate for two persons: Php868++

Sparkly, savoury and sweet Christmas-themed afternoon tea which features a three-tier of seasonal delights including lemon and chestnut tartelette, cranberry cheesecake bulb, chocolate walnut Christmas tree, cranberry and goat cheese Danish, foie gras mille-feuilles, various scones and tree sanwiches

Crazy for Kakanin Sampler

November 7 – December 31 | 12PM-6PM at The Lobby Lounge

Rate for two persons: Php456++

Go loco over a platter of native Filipino Desserts such as sapin-sapin, cassava cake, leche flan, pandan biko, and ube mango suman paired with coffee or chocolate tablea

Countdown to Christmas Activities

Kids of all ages anticipate Christmas Day. Make this yuletide season even more special for your children with Crimson Hotel’s Countdown to Christmas Activities:

December 5 | 6PM

Christmas Carols by O.B. Montessori Las Pińas

December 6 | 6PM

Christmas Carols by San Beda College Alabang

December 7 | 2PM

Ginger Bread Cookie Decorating

December 12 | 5PM

Christmas Carols by Alay sa may mga Kapansanan (AKAI)

December 13 | 5PM

Christmas Carols by Koro Perpetual, University of Perpetual Help – Molino

December 14 | 2PM

Gingerbread House Decorating

December 21 | 3PM

Christmas Jar Luminaries Making

December 24 | 8PM

Christmas Eve Holy Mass

December 25 | 3PM

Christmas Jar Decoration

Parting Words

Don’t miss a merry-sight this holiday season and create more memorable holidays with your loved ones with the Shine and Sparkle Christmas Celebration at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila. A portion of the sales proceeds from this festive promotion goes to the Crimson Hotel CSR program’s worthy cause. For more information or reservations, please visit the hotel’s official website, email info.alabang@crimsonhotel.com or call (02) 8863-2222.

What do you think about Crimson Hotel’s holiday celebration? Which activity do you look forward to doing? Let me know your thoughts in the comments section below! If you know someone who’d find this article useful, please do share! Thanks so much!

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Erica Jahn

Erica is a former PR pro turned entrepreneur. Her greatest joys are family, blogging, music, skin care and social justice. As a Muay Thai enthusiast, Erica prides herself on working with increased focus, humility and diligence. She believes in living a fit life doing everything with a flair of creativity and love! Stalk her social channels @thegirlwiththemujihat

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