CEBU, Philippines – This festive season a series of wonderful surprises awaits everyone at the hotel up on Nivel Hills.
Having just lighted its "Tree of Hope," Marco Polo Plaza has also started the season for giving. Donations to the "Tree of Hope" may be made from November 28, 2015 to January 5, 2016. The proceeds go to GMA Kapuso Foundation, whose mission is to uplift the lives of underprivileged Filipinos.
For a yummy treat, the hotel's limited-edition Christmas Ensaimadas are back! This rich, lush pastry has a nutty-fruity taste as it is generously sprinkled with cashews, dates, dried fruits and an overload of cheddar cheese. It's good to bring home or give away as gifts - in boxes of three and six.
There's also the Marco Polo Plaza "Christmas Surprise" room package! From December 1 to 29, guests may avail of this specially priced yuletide package inclusive of buffet breakfast for two. Plus - there's a box of three ensaimadas to take home to loved ones.
On December 31, room rates are inclusive of buffet breakfast, two tickets to the New Year's Eve Gala Dinner at the Grand Ballroom and Countdown Party with a spectacular fireworks display at the Grand Balcony.
Marco Polo Plaza is also preparing a grand holiday feast. Whether at Café Marco, Lobby Lounge or El Viento, festive-season favorites may be enjoyed, such as Christmas ham, prime beef, chicken relleno and more. on top of the regular international buffet spread.
On December 16 to 23 and 26 to 30, Café Marco serves delectably festive lunch and dinner buffets. On December24, special lunch and dinner buffets are served as well - where the dinner buffet price is inclusive of free-flowing house wines, local beer, chilled juices and sodas.
The Grand Ballroom serves as an additional dining venue on Christmas Eve, for a special Christmas dinner buffet setup with a choice of one round of chilled juice or iced tea. It's dinner with live music entertainment.
Those who want to spend an intimate Christmas evening with loved ones on December 24 may head over to Blu Bar & Grill where a festive set dinner with wine pairing is offered.
Café Marco offers 20 percent off on buffet price on December 24, from 10 p.m. onwards. It's a good Noche Buena with the family! Mr. & Mrs. Claus go around spreading Christmas cheer in all dining venues during Christmas Eve dinner. A Christmas Eve Mass is celebrated at the Grand Balcony at 10 p.m.
On Christmas day, family and friends may celebrate with Café Marco's lunch and dinner buffets with free-flowing house wines, local beer, chilled juices and sodas. For more festive-season offerings, one may call (032) 253-1111 or visit www.marcopoloplazacebu.com. The social media accounts are @5StarInCebu on Twitter and facebook.com/marcopolocebu.