SPLENDIDO Tagaytay Hotel and Country Club marked a meaningful milestone as it held its first-ever Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 22 led by Rebecca Coquia, Splendido Resident Manager; Hon. Lyndon Bruce, Mayor of Laurel; and Carlo Librea, Enderun Hotels Director & Cluster General Manager.
Local officials, residents, and guests gathered for the celebration, which highlighted community-centered initiatives. The program featured gift-giving for Chosen Children Foundation Inc., with all donations collected during the event dedicated to supporting the children under the foundation’s care.
During his remarks, Laurel Batangas Mayor Lyndon Bruce acknowledged Splendido’s ongoing involvement in community development and cited its ₱1-million donation for a classroom building in Laurel—a contribution emphasizing collaboration between the municipality and its private partners.
Standing as the centerpiece of the celebration was a 24-foot sustainable Christmas tree, crafted from reclaimed mahogany wood and branches gathered from across the area during past typhoons and regular maintenance work. Its decorations such as native baskets, salakot, and lanterns highlight traditional craftsmanship and local materials. The tree took two months to assemble and design.
With its first lighting ceremony, Splendido opened the holiday season by bringing residents together and supporting causes that matter to the community, setting the tone for a meaningful celebration in the city.
