bai Hotel celebrates Year of the Horse with Strength in Stride

bai Hotels • 23 February 2026

bai Hotel Cebu officially welcomed the vibrant energy of the Year of the Fire Horse, transforming the property into a hub of tradition, luck, and culinary excellence. The festivities offered guests a curated journey through authentic Chinese customs, blending high-energy performances with intimate spiritual experiences.

The celebration commenced at the hotel’s iconic Grand Staircase, where guests gathered around the Fortune Tree to offer their wishes for the new year. The atmosphere turned electric as the cultural showcase began, featuring the fluid elegance of a traditional Fan Dance, followed by the rhythmic pulse and acrobatic mastery of the Lion and Dragon Dance.


The event reached its jubilant peak with the ceremonial Yee Sang Prosperity Toss, a ritual symbolizing the "tossing up" of good fortune. The ceremony was led by bai Hotel Cebu’s Alfred Reyes, Vice President for Operations and General Manager, flanked by Armie Sollano, Director of Sales and Marketing, Leng Quindipan, Reservations and Revenue Manager, Karen Alguzar, Executive Housekeeper, and Mae Nobleza, Food & Beverage Director.

Beyond the performances, the hotel offered unique, auspicious experiences designed to harmonize with the year's fiery energy. Ahavah Crystals hosted a curated booth at the Main Lobby, featuring lucky charms specifically selected for the Horse zodiac. Meanwhile, those seeking deeper insight visited CAFÉ bai – Annex C for Lunar Fortune Readings. Renowned practitioners The Oracle of Cebu and Normanovapetrova provided personalized guidance, helping guests navigate the year ahead with clarity.


As the Year of the Fire Horse gallops in, bai Hotel Cebu continues to be the premier destination for cultural celebrations and world-class hospitality in the region.




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ABOUT bai Hotel Cebu. Located in Mandaue City, just minutes from Cebu City and Mactan-Cebu International Airport, bai Hotel Cebu is a contemporary hotel in Cebu known for modern accommodations, diverse dining experiences, and leisure amenities including a pool. As a well-connected Mandaue City hotel, bai Hotel Cebu continues to be a preferred choice among Cebu hotels for travelers seeking comfort, accessibility, and distinctly bai service.

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