MANILA, Philippines - Sarah Lahbati, Richard and baby Zion Gutierrez with Marriott Manila GM Bruce Winton light up the tree to officially begin the holiday season at Marriott Hotel Manila. With the angelic voices of Himig Roseña, the choral ambassador of Colegio de Santa Rosa-Makati, filling the air, Santa Claus made his grand entrance. Amid the gleaming decorations is the life-size gingerbread train parked at the center of the lobby, filled with Christmas treats. Marriott also launched the ‘One Hour Drive’ Spirit to Serve activity where guests can sign up for 60-minute classes including zumba, DIYs and crafts and kids baking lessons. Marriott Manila’s Christmas tree and gingerbread train will be displayed until Dec. 26. For more information, call 899-9999 or follow @marriottmanila on Twitter and Facebook.