"Symphony of Lights"

The region's premier lifestyle destination for shopping, dining and entertainment makes this year's Christmas brighter with the recent launch of its annual 'Symphony of Lights" last November 30 at The Terraces. Designed by the award-winning lights and sound director Voltaire de Jesus, the Terraces became the brightest spot in town with a spectacular play of lights and holiday music.

Present at the ceremonial switch were Sunlife Financial Sourcing Specialist Vlad Fernando, Ayala Center Cebu General Manager Celeste 'Bong' Dy, Cebuana Diva Anna Fegi-Brown, Ayala Business Club of Cebu President Rene Dumaraos, Cebu Province Protocol & Events Officer Grace Paulino, EliteBAMKids Linday Lauron, Latrelle Golosino, Chloe Muñoz, and Chloe Erika. Performing during the event were the world-renowned Loboc Children's Choir, EliteBAMKids and the UC Dance Company.

This eye-catching feast runs every night in 30-minute intervals from 6 to 9 p.m. until January 31, 2017. For the latest updates, the Ayala Center Cebu social media accounts are at www.facebook.com/AyalaCebu and @AyalaCenterCebu on Twitter and Instagram. Inquiries may be directed to Ayala Center Cebu Concierge hotline at (032) 888-3790 or 266-2535.

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One of the first to light their Christmas Tree was the Golden Prince Hotel & Suites headed by their president, Mr. Benedict Que assisted by Aaron Que, Vice president for Corporate Communication. Present during the tree-lighting as honored guest was Ms. Judy Gabato, OIC, Department of Tourism and friends from The Freeman and some members of media. After the switch-on, guests and officers of the hotel moved on to the 11th floor where cocktails were served at Bulawan Kuche Restaurant.

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To all our friends, relatives and ardent readers, a "Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!" May the good Lord bless us all with marvelous health and wealth!