Must-See Attractions This #Christmas2018
By Jekelyn Nisola
The most joyous season has arrived! ‘Tis is the season of sweet gifts and sweet deeds, where colorful LEDs light up the streets, fascinating parols are hung in every house, and the joy in people’s hearts bursts out in their smiles. It’s undeniable that we, Filipinos, make this season so magical and special.
The Philippines celebrates the longest and grandest Christmas season. Here, you’ll feel the holidays everywhere, like in every neighborhood, in every municipality and city. Each one has its own take in bringing the holiday feels and happiness through its grand Christmas display, which has been a yearly event to visit.
We recently checked out some of these Christmas attractions, which could spice up your holidays. So keep scrolling!
Santa’s Garden, Baguio City
Experience “White Christmas” at Baguio Country Club’s (BCC) Christmas Village, where an artificial snowfall will shower your night. Take your photo alongside Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms and Singapore’s landmark Gardens By The Bay. Also, sing along with BCC’s live band and dance along with Santa and his elves.
It’s worth the long travel!
Location: Country Club Road, Camp John Hay, Baguio, Benguet
Entrance Fee: Php 120
Tiendesita’s Christmas Tunnel, Pasig City
This Christmas Musical Tunnel will truly brighten up your day (and night), where a variety of street foods are sold alongside piped-in Christmas songs and dancing colored lights in the background. Great food plus a great Christmas ambiance it is!
Location: Ortigas Ave, cor. E. Rodriguez Ave. (C-5), Pasig City
Entrance Fee: FREE
Araneta Center’s COD (Christmas On Display), Quezon City
The COD has returned to the Araneta Center and it’s been attracting people all over the metro and neighboring towns. See for yourself why…
Location: Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City
Entrance Fee: FREE
Eastwood City’s Enchanted Forest, Quezon City
A magical Christmas, that’s what Eastwood’s Enchanted Christmas Display has in store for its holiday guests! It features captivating glowing animals, towering landmarks of the world, and a 50-foot Christmas tree to light up your night.
Location: 116 Orchard Road, Bagumbayan, Quezon City
Entrance Fee: FREE