A Night of Silver Splendor at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino

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On July 25, 2023, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino celebrated its 25th Anniversary with the theme: Silver Splendor, guests arrived in anticipation for a night to remember.

With elegant elements leading to the Pacific Grand Ballroom, a 7-foot centerpiece revealing the 25th anniversary’s exquisite logo and photos showcasing memorable moments over the past quarter of a century; a violinist whose dress trails down the hotel’s iconic staircase; 3D video wall featuring the hotel’s interior and; a group of violinists to welcome guests with a serenade as they walk down the red carpet. 

The momentous occasion was graced by the presence of the members of the Waterfront Philippines Inc. namely president, Kenneth T. Gatchalian with his lovely wife Mary Jeanette K. Gatchalian, directors of the board, Dee Hua T. Gatchalian, Chairman Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr., Chairman Arthur M. Lopez, and Sec. Ruben R. Torres. 

The dinner, curated by the property’s Culinary Masterminds, Chef Tristan Encarnacion, Chef Syl Francis Malenab, Chef Erwin Manes, Chef Low Yuen Kong, and Chef Nobuyuki Imamura took center stage representing their award-winning restaurants – Best of Cebu Grand Slam Winner for Best Dim Sum, Tin Gow, authentic Japanese favorites from Mizu, pasta cooked in a Parmesan wheel from La Gondola, a wide array of dishes prepared by the experts from banquets, and last but certainly not the least, delicious desserts to end the meal from Pastry team. 

To celebrate the momentous occasion, the hotel recognized its 25-year service awardees whose hard work and loyalty have greatly contributed to its unwavering success.

The property also received testimonials from its valued clients who made Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino their home for the past years.

Cary Santiago, world-renowned designer, and master couturier, Beth David, Managing Director for Tagged Events, Patrick Lawrence Tan, President and CEO of Global Link MP. 

Events International, Inc., Reuel Jamon, Director – PPM of Unilab, Inc., and Dr. Vivina Chiu, Pediatric Nephrologist also shared as to why Waterfront Cebu is the leading hotel in the city who has dominated their trust with the quality of service provided to them. 

The celebration will not be complete without the recognition of the hotel’s Top Accounts who have played pivotal roles in the property’s achievements.

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino representatives: Kenneth T. Gatchalian, Bryan Yves Lasala, Director of Sales, Christine Luague, and Conventions and Events Director, Fila Sofia Ubalde-D’Lonsod awarded their Top Partners for the following categories: Airline, Corporate, Travel Agency, Online Travel Agency, Event Producer, Event Planner, Wedding Planners, and Special Awards on stage. 

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino would also like to thank their event organizer: RM Eventsmaker Consultancy Services and event sponsors: Global Star Motors Corp., Cebu New Life Press, Metro Retail Stores Group Inc., DC Fresh Flower Shop & Supply, Kettle & Shaker, The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), Don Revy, and M Lhuillier. 

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino is located at 1 Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City 6000 Philippines. For inquiries and reservations, please call our Central Reservations Office at 1-800-10-9376688 or email us at wcch@waterfronthotels.net. 

Owned and managed by Waterfront Philippines Inc., Waterfront Hotels & Casinos is one of the larger Filipino-owned Hotel Chains in the Philippines.

Its hotel properties are located in key cities in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao: in Cebu it has Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino and Waterfront Airport Hotel & Casino; in Davao it has Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao; and in Manila, Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino.

For more information, please visit www.waterfronthotels.com.ph 

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