Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila marked a truly momentous evening as it celebrated both the start of the festive season and its 10th anniversary—A Golden Decade and Beyond—through its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event held on November 21, 2025.

The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Hon. Emi Calixto-Rubiano, Luigi Calixto-Rubiano, and Adrian D. Moreno, acting Executive Assistant to Regional Director Agustin. Also in attendance was Commander Jimmy Vingno of the Coast Guard Base Farola, joining the hotel in celebrating this meaningful milestone.

Led by Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila General Manager Ellen Mendoza, the honored guests illuminated the hotel’s grand Christmas tree—symbolizing not only the official start of the holiday season but also a shining tribute to the hotel’s 10 remarkable years of hospitality, resilience, and growth.

The evening was hosted by Bianca Baring, guiding guests through a heartwarming program that celebrated both tradition and a decade of milestones.

A touching toast, festive musical performances by Coro Jesu, and shared moments of joy filled the celebration, reminding everyone of the spirit of togetherness that defines the season.

The magnificent Christmas tree—glowing with elegant gold accents—stood as a testament to the creativity and dedication of the hotel’s team, led by the Housekeeping Dept. and trainees.

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Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila officially marked the beginning of the most wonderful time of the year by lighting up its spectacular Christmas tree on November 16, 2023. The hotel’s top management, local government unit (LGU) of Pasay, corporate partners, industry leaders, in-house guests, media, and social media influencers joined the tree lighting ceremony and expressed their admiration for the 10-feet Christmas tree accentuated with gold, red, and white ornaments.

Ellen Mendoza, the newly appointed general manager of the hotel, greeted the guests with an inspiring opening speech while Steve Dong, chief operating officer (CEO) offered a celebratory toast to honor the success of the property. Pasay City Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano, meanwhile, delivered a Christmas message.

Among the distinguished guests who graced the annual tree lighting were Chief of Staff Peter Pardo, Pasay LGU; Ivannovich Dmitri Tan Agote, Supervising Tourism Operations Officer, Department of Tourism-National Capital Region (NCR); May Ramos, Senior Tourism Officer DOT-NCR; Arnold Gonzales, Tourism Promotions Board head of MICE; and Philippine Coast Guard Captain Jimmy Vingno. Altogether, they illuminated the mesmerizing Christmas tree and delivered a toast to bring good tidings this Yuletide season.The holiday celebration was made more meaningful with the first anniversary of the hotel’s authentic Italian restaurant – Amore Bread & Booze, headed by its Italian Chef Leonardo de Monte. To showcase the restaurant’s specialties, the guests were served with authentic Italian delicacies – from pasta, pizza, salad, and many other melt-in-your mouth cakes and pastries. Chef Leonardo also gave a brief history of the restaurant and delivered an anniversary speech. It was then followed by a thanksgiving message from Analynda Tan, Director of Sales and Marketing of Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila.

Moreover, the spirit of Christmas filled the air with the harmonious musical regale of the Ministrels of Hope Choir and the amazing musical performances of The Voice Generations’ Finalist, The Queens.

Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila, located in Pasay City, offers a whole new world of distinctive experiences for corporate and leisure tourists. It is conveniently located next to the biggest shopping mall in the Philippines – SM Mall of Asia, as well as sports and concert venues – SMX Convention Center, MOA Arena, and is in the heart of the Entertainment Center of Metro Manila. The hotel comprises of 281 spacious and fashionably designed rooms and suites, overlooking the downtown metropolis through its floor to ceiling windows.

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