HYATT REGENCY KINABALU USHERS IN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS WITH “THE POLAR EXPRESS”-THEMED CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
KOTA KINABALU (3 DECEMBER 2018) – Marking the beginning of the festive
season, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu hosted the annual Christmas tree lighting
ceremony held in the Lobby Lounge. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu unveiled its
Christmas theme for this year, “A Journey to the North Pole”, as a salute to
the popular 1985 children’s book written by Chris Van Allsburg – “The Polar
Express.”
The
Board of Directors, restaurant diners, in-house guests and media friends were
in attendance to witness the luminous lighting ceremony. The ceremony began
with a lovely speech by the hotel’s General Manager, Thor Gervasi, followed by
the official lighting of the Christmas tree, the climax of the event.
The
hotel lobby was transformed into a wonderland with a 10-foot Christmas tree
featuring train tracks and spectacular fairy lights. The hotel also showcased
the engine of a steam locomotive train in The Lounge, train station signage in
the car porch area and various white-and blue-themed decorations to show the
spirit of the season and centred on the wonder of “The Polar Express”, all were
made with recycled items.
“Christmas
is all about giving, love and care. At Hyatt, we truly want to share the joy of
Christmas with those who are less fortunate than us. This year, we are
collecting Christmas presents for the children from the orphanage homes of Care
for the Future Malaysia, Good Shepherd and Care Haven. We can make a difference
in the lives of the orphans with our simple act of generosity,” remarked Thor
Gervasi, General Manager of Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
Visit
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu for the unique Christmas experience from 1 December
onwards and join in the various activities organized for in-house guests, as
well as patrons, on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Listen to the mesmerizing
Christmas carollers serenading The Lounge from 22-24 December, from 7:30
PM-8:30 PM.
About Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency
Kinabalu, a 288-room hotel, is located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu’s
business, shopping and entertainment hub, overlooking the South China Sea and
the beautiful coral islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Hyatt
Regency Kinabalu offers newly renovated guestrooms, exceptional service, modern
comfort and a dazzling choice of local and international cuisine. Reservations
for Hyatt Regency Kinabalu can be made by calling +60 88 22 1234 or visiting
kinabalu.regency.hyatt.com
About Hyatt Regency
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Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters
most to them. More than 185 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort
locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering
space for every occasion – from efficient business meetings to memorable family
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