Everyone is familiar with the iconic ball drop in New York City’s Time Square which has come to symbolize the transition to a new year due to television’s all-encompassing reach. Equally familiar now are the Royal Canadien’s live broadcast of “Auld Lang Syne” at midnight from New York’s Waldorf-Astoria Hotel; the Bong! Bong! of the Big Ben in London, and Sydney Harbor’s famous fireworks shows from the Sydney Harbor Bridge.
Lesser know are the 180 rings of Buddhist temples in Japan, representing the 108 elements of bonō (煩悩), mental states that lead people to take unwholesome actions
New Year Seda Countdown
And of course, the firecrackers are a staple in New Year’s Even in the Philippines, a legacy from our Chinese ancestors as are pancit, hamon and lechon for the Media Noche with the twelve fruits as centerpiece and polka dots in clothing for good luck.
Now on its 2nd year, Seda Centrio has gained iconic status among jaded residents as the Urban Lifestyle Hotel with its New Year Countdown Party a growing tradition. At only PhP 1,200 Nett, diners are treated to a sumptuous Dinner-Cocktails Buffet, Fun Entertainment with Seda’s Dream Board Artists Aizel Ruga, David Mercado, Kristine de la Peña and Oreo Vamenta; a glass of wine and of course the Seda Hotel’s Fireworks Show.
For those who wish to stay even longer before and after, you can avail of Seda’s New Year’s Eve Room Promo at only PhP 4,500/night/room. This is inclusive of overnight accommodation in a Deluxe Room, complimentary buffet breakfast for 2 persons, use of the gym and pool, and complimentary bottled water. Plus! 2 tickets for New Year’s party countdown.
If you have a bigger family or want to bring along the entire barkada, you can avail of an even affordable package at PhP 9,000 inclusive of 3 nights or 3 Deluxe rooms accommodation, complimentary buffet breakfast for 2 people, complimentary use of the gym and pool, and complimentary bottled water in your rooms.
For inquiries please call (63) (88) 323-8888
Earlier this year, Seda hotels, which now has four properties nationwide, was named the “Philippines’ Leading Hotel Group” at the recent World Travel Awards considered “the Oscars of the travel industry.”
World Travel Award Trophy - Seda Hotels
The recognition accorded to Seda, a completely Filipino-owned and operated brand competing with international players, is especially meaningful to AHRC.
“This was envisioned to be a key player in setting quality standards in the markets it serves and now we are seeing that vision turn into reality from what was a mere vision a few years ago,” said Al Legaspi, AHRC Chief Operating Officer.
Legaspi confirmed that AHRC has aggressive expansion plans for Seda, which has been identified as an anchor project for leading-edge Ayala Land developments in key areas of the country.
The World Travel Awards, which celebrates its 21st year this year, was established to recognize “those organizations that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence,” according to its website www.worldtravelawards.
Happy New Year!
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