The festive season is the time we gather together to celebrate with those we love. While we reflect on all that we are thankful for, it is also a good time to give back to the community and with our guests' participation, attempt a Guinness World Records achievement for Longest line of teddy bears on December 30, 2013.

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong in conjunction with the leading international children's fashion brand Nicholas & Bears, together with the participants will attempt a record - Longest line of teddy bears.  Thousands of teddy bears will gather together during the timeless tradition of the teddy bear afternoon tea and the proceeds will be donated to Make-A-Wish, spreading love and holiday spirit to children with life-threatening medical conditions.  

This quintessential teddy bear afternoon tea experience will bring smiles to the faces of children and grown-ups through an assortment of savory and sweet delights, including cashew nut bear macaroons, bear chocolate lollipops, bear cupcakes, teddy smiles sable cookies, prosecco gummy bears and much more. In order to form the longest line of teddy bears, Nicholas & Bears has specially designed a limited edition stuffed bear which are all planned for fundraising purposes and guests are welcome to purchase them at the event with proceeds go directly to Make-A-Wish. 

During the event, all Nicholas & Bears' teddy bears will line the circumference of the entire 102nd floor at 420 meters above sea level, and guests are encouraged to buy a personalized bear at the event to join hands with the rest in an attempt to create a Guinness World Records title. An official Guinness World Records adjudicator will travel to Hong Kong to verify the world record attempt.

In addition, all guests are invited to join young Kerry at her art exhibition on the same day at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.  She will be showcasing 30 pieces of her works of which some teddy-bear themed pieces were drawn specially for the event.  11-year old Kerry is suffering from serious illnesses and is currently undergoing a series of treatments. Her wish to Make-A-Wish® Hong Kong is to showcase her talent in art by hosting an exhibition.  Tin Lung Heen restaurant's private dining room will be transformed into a beautiful gallery decorated to her liking where guests have the chance to buy her carefully-picked art work and Nicholas & Bears will match the value and donate the full amount generated to Make-A-Wish® Hong Kong.  

General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong Pierre Perusset said, "At The Ritz-Carlton, one of the key roles for all our ladies and gentlemen is embracing Community Footprints and creating The Ritz-Carlton Mystique. As a current Guinness World Records record holder of the highest hotel in the world, we are proud to partner with Nicholas & Bears, to create another record that will benefit the well-being of children in need, but more importantly inspire people to positively impact the lives of others, especially during the joyful season when everywhere is surrounded by love."

Joey Tong, Chief Operations Officer of Nicholas & Bears commented, "Having a nice afternoon tea with the most teddy bears and the most spectacular view of the Hong Kong skyline, we hope every participant will enjoy the meaningful event, which conveys the message of caring for the unattended groups in society around the world."  Joey continued, "This is the Guinness World Records achievement for Hong Kong, and for all those kids who are in desperate need, for the more care you show, the more love they can get. So let's join hands, spread the message to all, this is our record, our Guinness World Records achievement for our kids."

The record-breaking teddy bear afternoon tea will be served on the entire 102nd floor with spectacular views of the city and Victoria Harbour. It will be served between 3:30pm and 5:30pm on December 30, 2013 and priced at HK$498 per person (including one mini-sized limited edition stuffed bear designed by Nicholas & Bears).

All prices are subject to availability and 10% service charge.  For afternoon tea reservations, please contact Restaurant Reservations at (852) 2263 2270 or via email restaurantreservation.hk@ritzcarlton.com.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Occupying floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is the highest hotel in the world. The 312 guest rooms all providing spectacular city and harbour views. With six dining venues including state-of-the-art designer Italian restaurant Tosca, Michelin-starred Chinese Restaurant Tin Lung Heen and The Lounge and Bar that serves a signature afternoon tea. The rooftop bar Ozone is a truly stunning venue at 490 meters above sea level. For those wishing to relax and indulge, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA located on 116th floor features nine deluxe treatment rooms and two couple's suites, re-defining the urban spa experience in the city and across Asia. The hotel features a fully-equipped fitness centre and an indoor pool on the 118th floor with a 28m x 7m LED screen on the ceiling.  The hotel also boasts one of the largest ballrooms in the city at 870sqm. Complemented by an additional four meeting rooms, it has fast become the new social centre for Hong Kong and has set the benchmark for events in the region.  For more information, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/hongkong.

About Nicholas & Bears

Nicholas & Bears is a leading International children fashion brand. It has been enjoying a growing customer patronage since the launch of the brand. Its sales network extends alongside with its reputation. Inspired by infinite creativity and classic design elegance, Nicholas & Bears has harnessed its unique insights and classical design skills to create wearable works of art for boys and girls aged up to 16. Its conceived fashion design not only keeps on and all abreast of the latest fashion trends worldwide, but also delicately meets parents and children's needs - both style-wise and quality-wise.  For more information, please visit www.nicholas-bears.com.

About Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish® Hong Kong was founded in 1989, to grant one special wish to children in Hong Kong and Macau* who are suffering from life-threatening medical conditions. By doing so, we hope to bring them joy and hope, and create wonderful memories for them and their families. With the excitement of having their wishes realised, many children became more joyful and are more optimistic in fighting their illnesses.  For more information, please visit www.makeawish.org.hk.

*For those who are receiving medical treatments in Hong Kong and Macau