Corporate Bits | Sands china welcomes year of the monkey

Sands China Ltd welcomed the Year of the Monkey on Tuesday with traditional ceremonies and rituals at all of its properties, with Sands China and Starwood hotel executives from around the world participating in the annual tradition.
Sands Macao, The Venetian Macao and Sands Cotai Central held worship rituals and eye-dotting ceremonies, as well as traditional lion and dragon dances, to attract good fortune and blessings on the second day of the Lunar New Year.
A pair of lions paraded through team dining areas to bless and distribute lucky money to team members. According to a press release, company executives and team members will share in the festivities next week with special back-of-house events at the three properties, including lucky draws, games and festive treats.

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MGM held the traditional “Lion Dance Blessing Ceremony” for Chinese New Year on Tuesday at the hotel’s main entrance. The ceremony kicked off with an eye-dotting ritual performed by the management team, followed by a firecracker blessing. Two renowned local lion dance troupes were invited to perform a battle dance.
This year, eight vividly-costumed lions marched into the MGM hotel for the eye-dotting ritual as part of festive blessings. The “Lion Dance Blessing Ceremony” was officiated by Mr Grant Bowie, CEO and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited, with MGM’s management team.
MGM welcomes guests to experience the festivities at Grand Praça Chinese New Year Market. Chinese calligraphy, Lantern Riddles and a Festive Stamps station can be found in Grand Praça, with both Chinese treats and Western delights available at the stalls. The market will be open until February 21.