MANILA, Philippines — Midas Hotel and Casino officially embraced the season abounding of joy and love with its much-awaited annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony held at the hotel’s posh designer lobby. The Midas holiday tree stands refined with festive color accents of Christmas trinkets and ornaments that radiate happiness delight and sparkling creativity. Some of the industry’s finest personalities include (L-R) ABS CBN Publishing Sales Head and columnist – Mr. Philip Cu Unjieng, Cultural Centerpiece of the Philippines’ Director for sponsorship and membership, Ms. Rebecca Jose, Crossover 105.1FM Vice President, Ms. Elaine Villar, CITEM’s Executive Director, Ms. Rosvi Gaetos, Summit Media’s Elle Décoration and Real Living Magazine’s Publisher – Mr. Tom Castañeda, Philippine Star’s head for entertainment section and TV host – Mr. Ricky Lo, VP-Marketing of Global Leadership Initiatives for sustainable Tourism, Ms. Rose Libongco, and 2nd district Pasay City Congresswoman Emy Calixto-Rubiano and Midas Executives graced the event with a celebratory toast provided by Moet & Chandon’s premium champagne label led by the Hotel and Casino’s Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Renato Nuñez together with Mr. Erwin Dona III, Midas Hotel’s associate pr and brand director and Ms. Cielo Ortega-Reboredo, director of sales & marketing. The majestic 19-foot tree glows with the spectacle of lights, music, Santa and celebration as the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra serenades the guests with classic familiar carols and well-loved Christmas melodies.
The hotel also embarks on its first-ever Iconic Artists Award in recognition of the immense talent, compassion and contribution of our valued Filipino Artists in their well-regarded fields. Midas Iconic Artists Award honored Mr. Kenneth Cobonpue for Visual Arts and Furniture Design, Ms. Cynthia & Ivy Almario for Space Design innovators, Mr. Ryan Cayabyab for Music Entertainment, Ms. Sari Yap for Creative Journalism, Mr. Avel Bacudio for Fashion Design, and Mr. Brillante Mendoza for Film. The artists’ words of appreciation upon receiving their award inspire to keep a vivacious passion in being your better self. And the spirit of this festive occasion filled every man’s cup with fervent yearning for rich and eternal blessings, sending off the night with a Merry Midas Christmas! advt