New World Makati Hotel joined its owning company, Rosewood Hotel Group, in a worldwide sales event participated in by more than 30 hotels and resorts under the renowned hospitality brand. The Global Sales Week, locally held on March 28 and 29, highlighted exciting new experiences at the property that will be available to guests in the coming months to further spur both domestic and international tourism after the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guests from various industries and companies, as well as events professionals for MICE and social gatherings, were invited to rediscover and relive memories of New World Makati Hotel and its close to three-decade history, while the property introduced updates about upcoming rooms packages with inclusions for families, couples and friends; new dining delights; as well as fuss-free event planning services.
On the day of the event and upon arrival at the lobby, guests were welcomed with a short video highlighting memories of the space where numerous gatherings, reunions and events took place. Photography tips were also provided at almost every stop to allow them to take IG-worthy snapshots to share. The next stop led them to The Lounge, where an al fresco seating area offered a safer way to enjoy the refreshing Mixed Berry Bramble mocktail and lights bites from the venue’s afternoon tea selections.
The hotel’s Jasmine restaurant was the next destination, where a video featuring the new dim sum items from the all-you-can-eat yum cha promotion were shown, as well as how to prepare the well-loved Seafood Taro Puffs. Guests were served bite-sized morsels of the dish along with premium Jasmine tea.
At the ballroom, two event set-ups showcased how the space can be styled – whether for the traditional Chinese engagement ceremonies, Ting Hun, which the hotel is well-known for, or for weddings and other banquet events.
On the higher floors of the hotel, over 20 levels above, guests got a sneak peek into the soon-to-launch room packages ideal for couples, families, and friends. Couples are pampered with a stay that comes with a bottle of wine and a cheese platter along with a one hour in-room massage treatment from the hotel’s Marahai Spa. For families, four delectable cake popsicles with two glasses of milk, as well as a paper rope activity set fosters quality time for kids and parents alike. Friends can also enjoy a movie night with a bag of cheese and butter popcorn, a duo of sliders and soda.
For many of the guests, it was their first time touring the 25th floor Presidential Suite, which was reintroduced as an intimate events space for up to ten guests. If staying overnight, up to three guests are allowed and the package comes with breakfast and access to the Residence Club Living Room on the 24th floor with evening cocktails. A connecting Residence Club Deluxe room can also accommodate up to three additional guests if preferred.
At the hotel’s Press Club, two meeting rooms featured spaces made for smaller-scale corporate events as well as business meetings. With the demand for virtual and hybrid meetings, guests were able to try out the green screen and see themselves on a monitor with various backgrounds of the hotel. With this feature, guests can opt for this set-up for future requirements.
The final stop led to the poolside area, where the cool breeze, relaxed vibe, and the freshly-grilled fare wafted through the air, inviting guests to experience the al fresco area, also offered as an event space for reunions and gatherings. While guests sipped on cocktails and had their fill of the buffet selections, a video slideshow displayed photos of the hotel’s memories and moments over the years, punctuating the afternoon’s nostalgia.
A touching video message from Rosewood Hotel Group Chief Executive Officer Ms. Sonia Cheng soon played on screen, thanking both the guests and the participating hotels for taking part in the global activity.
As guests reminisced fond moments and rediscovered an array of new experiences, New World Makati Hotel brought back the excitement and thrill to stay, dine and immerse within its four walls and beyond.
For inquiries and reservations, guests can call +63288116888, e-mail reservations.manila@newworldhotels.com, or book a room package directly via the website https://manila.newworldhotels.com/en/. They can also check out the hotel’s official Facebook and Instagram accounts for the latest promotions.
