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Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

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Antique Furniture

Each week we highlight a new and interesting piece of antique Chinese furniture!

 

Cabinets
A home's most prominent showpieces (and collectibles) would definitely include the assortment of unique medium for storage and displays...Cabinets are generally the most popular furniture due to their functional adaptation to our modern homes. Mid-sized cabinet with carved shutter doors and two drawers. This piece of furniture has captured its maker’s skills in every part of it…from carefully designed carvings and beautifully shaped legs with wise choice of subtle iron pulls and dark brown finish.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/

Hotel Deals

Summer Relief at Crowne Plaza Sanya
From RMB 968 and up is the "Summer Relief" package to help you enjoy your summer as well as your business trip. Including free 24-hour internet access, laundry credit valued @ RMB 100, one-way airport transfer and late check out until 3 pm (subject to availability). And you only need to pay an extra RMB 80 on top of our Best Flexible Rate. It's our job to make your summer business trip as enjoyable as possible. That's why you should say at Crowne Plaza, The Place to Meet. Valid till September 16, 2007, invalid during public holidays. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn. Hotel website: www.cpsanya.com. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile).

Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing says "Hello"!
Get to know our room for just RMB1,038! Meetings & Conferences package for just RMB380! The hotel features a 4,000 sqm Life Style Club, 5 restaurants, 2 Ballrooms, 8 natural light conference rooms, 3 Continental Club Floors. Easy access to Wanjing, Zhonguancun and Shandi. Marco Polo Privilege Card (our VIP dining card) is also available. For reservations and more information regarding our products and services, please call (8610) 5963 6688, (8610) 5963 6588 or e-mail resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com

Summer Interlude from Rmb1370
This summer treat yourself to a 5-star luxurious stay at Kempinski Hotel Lufthansa Center. From June 22,2007 to September 2,2007. Valid for superior room category | Late check-out until 3:00pm | Complimentary in-room coffee and tea making facilities | Complimentary use of Pulse Health Club facilities and our top floor swimming pool overlooking the city | Complimentary daily newspaper | Rate is subject to 15% surcharge. For reservations please contact: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522. E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com Address: No.50, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Citadines Xi'an Central - Now in the Heart of the city
*Studio Introductory Rates Starting From RMB330* nett per night (inclusive of broadband); RMB 8,888 nett per month. Valid until 30 September, 2007. For booking and information, call (86-29) 8576 1188, 800 820 1028 (China toll-free number), email enquiry.china@citadines.com or visit www.citadines.com

center facilities for registered tenants / residence lounge. Valid until August 31, 2007. For bookings or information, please call (86-10) 6567 8100 - 3665/3666/3667, China Toll Free Number at 800 820 1028 or email enquiry.china@the-ascott.com

Weekend Special "Buy 2 get 1 Free"
Luxurious accommodation, exceptional facilities and service, the brand new Sheraton Shenzhen is the oasis of calm and peace where you can enjoy a refreshing luxurious weekend. From June 1 to August 31, stay two consecutive nights at the Sheraton Shenzhen, your third night is free! Superior Room RMB1,400; Deluxe Room RMB1,600; Premium Room RMB1,900. Maximum two (2) buffet breakfast at The Exchange all day dining restaurant.Complimentary broadband and wireless internet access in room.Late check-out till 16:00, subject to availability. RMB300 will be applied for upgrade to Sheraton Club Floors.For more information please call (86 755) 8383 8888or email reservations: shenzhen.sheraton@sheraton.com; Website: http://www.sheraton.com/shenzhen

Super 8 Hotels China launched Its VIP Card.
The card can be used at their 49 open hotels across China. Members enjoy room rates at least 10 RMB lower than the best rate available and additional benefits. Before December 2007, join for 38 RMB; after December 2007, join for 58 RMB. Super 8 VIP Card can be purchased at any Super 8 hotel in China or through the Super 8 China reservation hot-line 400-810-7822. For more information, please call 400-810-7822 or visit our website www.super8.com.cn

Summer Value Rate Package at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
This summer, experience the Shangri-La Hospitality and a whole range of special privileges with the compliments of Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai: complimentary daily breakfast, airport limousine transfers, broadband Internet access and extended check-out time. Simply stay on Value Rate and enjoy savings of up to RMB2,3001! For more information please call (8621) 6882 6888 or email reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com. Register at The LOOP, the Pudong Shangri-La e-Community HERE

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Travel Information

Hotspring Park
Conghua Muyuan Hotspring Park settles nearby the rivers of Wenquan Town in Guangzhou. Our park offers rare hotspring in China. The water tempreture here is as high as 73 Celsius and it contains more than 20 kinds of minerals which are reported to be beneficial to your health and help you cure many diseases. Address: Conghua Hotspring Tourism Park. TEL (8620) 884 07580

Conghua Wa Valley
There is a "Babarian Valley" in Gaosha forests in Liangkou Town of Conghua. The residents there are called Wa Babarians. The newly-opened "Babarian Clan" has become the place where Wa Babarians reside. This is a great area where people can taste the special life that Wa Babarians lead. Address: 2500 meters straightforward from Gaosha County, Conghua, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 3321 2523

Guangzhou New Era Airline Company
A professional Air ticket agent in providing valuable tickets for international travel, national travel, hotel booking services and tour consulting, we can help you save money and provide any necessary support to ensure you a happy journey. Address: Tianhe, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 6113 5857


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Dining Out

Malaysian Food Festival
Feel the essence of Malaysia at Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen when Coffee Garden welcomes guest chefs from Malaysia celebrating their country's 50 Years of Nationhood. Feel and taste the variety of truly Malaysian cooking and enjoy Malaysian dancers and artists as they showcase their Southeast Asian heritage. Be one of the lucky ones and win a heart tempting prize. Malaysia - Truly Asia! Nightly dinner buffet from 9 to 23 August 2007 at RMB 168 per person. For reservation please dial (0755) 8396 1381.

Shenzhen
The Terrace
Bar and Restaurant, outdoor seating available, live music, good Thai food. 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105

Gaucho Brazillian Barbecue
Good Brazillian grill. GF Taizi Hotel, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2667 6608

Trattoria Italiana Da Angelo
No. G12, Taizi Plaza, Taizi, Rd. Shekou Shenzhen (Across from Roma's) TEL (86755) 2682 5927

Q Cafe
1F, 999 Royal Suites and Towers, 1001 East Shennan Rd., Luohu District. TEL (86755) 2513 0999

Guangzhou
Toro Toro
Mediterranean food. 102 Tianshe Liu Lu. TEL (8620) 8371 0259

Little Italy
Huanshi Dong Rd. 17 Tian Sheng Rd. TEL (8620) 8350 0556

Karma at the Curry Pot
GF 132 Dong Feng Xi Rd. TEL (8620) 8136 0128

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Health & Fitness

Shenzhen
Avana Spa
Looking for a very personal gift? One that shows how thoughtful you are? How about Avana Spa's gift certificates? Nothing could be more special and personal. Avana Spa is a first class, Southeast Asian tropical theme spa, located at the GF Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For details, contact (86755) 2681 9040, email avanaspashekou@gmail.com or visit www.szavana.com

Aerobics Lesson
Four days a week (M, T, TH, F). RMB50 per class. Jingshan Gym. Contact Julie at 138 2350 7671 for time details.

Yoga Classes
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Private home lessons are also available. For details, please contact Amy at 138 02295479.

Maillen Club
Relax and Recharge package at RMB999net/room/night includes welcome drink and breakfast for two, plus 1 hour spa treatment at Avana for two. Maillen club is locate at 1Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For more details, contact maillenclub@126.com or (86755) 2668 7777.

Sunhope Health Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District. TEL (86755) 2693 8198

Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons
Every Monday and Wednesday. Fee of RMB250 (members) and RMB400 (non-members) for eight classes. Luhu Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.

Total Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. TEL (8620) 8372 9977

Relocations

Xun Li Relocation
Xun Li Relocation is a professional firm in offering home relocation, office relocation, facilities relocation, storage service, and airconditioner moving. Currently, we have 20 trucksand vans in use and about 90 employees who are dedicated to delivering you high quality service. We have subsidiaries in different areas in Guangdong province. We use the advanced network assuring you qualified services. TEL (8620) 3420 9329

Ding Li Home Moving Service
The predecessor of Ding Li Relocation Company is the Ding Li Relocation group which was founded in 1999. Now we have 15 vans for relocating and 90 employees to offer you professional home moving service. And we are one of 20 companies that are registered in Guangdong Business Bureau. Address: Er Heng Lu, TianHe District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 85671030

Property/Real Estate

Zhongyi City Garden For Rent
A splendid Apartment in Shahelin District is available for rent. 43 sqm, 1 bedroom. Water, Electricity are available. Rent: RMB2300 per month. TEL (86) 137 1112 0081

Tian Yu Garden For Rent
A splendid apartment in Tianhe District is available for rent. The address is No.162, Linhe Middle Rd (Between Zhongxin Square and Guangzhou East Station). 109 sqm, 2 bathrooms. Water, Electricity are available. Rent: RMB4300 per month. TEL (8620) 8755 0971

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King-pet Pet Hospital
A pet hospital specializes in providing medical care for community, we also provide door-to-door services. 24 hrs operations. Address: 582, Bao Ye Lu, Zhuhai District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 3435 9538

Hua Wu Flowers Shop
We have a large variety of flowers on offer. We can deliver the flowers to your doors upon your request. Also, you can reach us at http://www.fvtr.cn, to choose the flowers and write down your requirment, then we can send the flowers to you directly. Address: 115, Jie Fang Zhong Lu, Yue Xiu District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8334 2926

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Guangzhou
The 5th China (Guangzhou) International Expo on Pro Sound and Light 2007
August 3-5, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8356 1590.

The 4th China (Guangzhou) International Musical Instruments Expo 2007
August 3-5, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8356 1590.

Shenzhen
The First China Int'l Cover-Culture Fair
August 3-5, Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8345 8909

Nightlife

3D Bar (Beer Bar)
Multibeer place, featuring over 50 different foreign beers. Block B, Bar Street, Citic Plaza, 1093 Shennan Central Road. TEL (86755) 2598 6011

The Terrace
Live band every night, 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105

Soho Night Club
Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar). TEL (86755) 2669 0148, 2669 2148

Guangzhou
Backstreet Jazz Restaurant and Bar
Guangdong Art Museum, East Gate, Ersha Island. TEL (8620) 8735 3960

Fox Club
Nice ambience, hip atmosphere. 376 Changdi Da Ma Rd. TEL (8620) 8185 5377

Laputa by Peter
Enjoyable bartending performance. 1F Huashan Hotel, Huanshi Dong Rd. TEL (8620) 8760 6408

Weekly Calendar

Monday, July 30, 2007
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Shenzhen
Merengue Bachata Salsa Classes
9-10am. Jingshan Aerobics Room, for more details, contact Josefina at 134 2899 0138 or email josefina_polanco27@hotmail.com

Happy Monday at The Terrace
Buy 1 Get 1 on all drinks after 6pm.
6pm. The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, contact (86755) 2683 2775

9 Ball KnockOut at X-ta-sea
RMB100 (entry fee), winner takes all.
8pm. X-ta-sea, at the back of Haitao Hotel, Taizi Rd., Shekou. Call (86755) 2686 7649 for more details.

Ladies Day at Yes Bar
Free drink for ladies all day.
Yes Bar, Shizheng Design Building, 3001 Sungang Road West. TEL (86755) 8361 7612, 8325 5116

Tuesday, July 31, 2007
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Shenzhen
Aerobics Class
9-10am. Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. For more details, please call Claire Adams at 135 28803123.

Yoga Classes
10-11am. Please call Elena Pistonao at (86755) 2667 6676 for more details.

Mahjong for Ladies
Every Tuesday afternoon at 2pm at Jingshan 125, For details, please contact Ms. Heidi Wong on (86755) 2667 6020.

Mother and Kids Group
3-5pm. Venues change, so for details, visit www.swiconline.com

Mexican Night at Soho club
Margaritas for RMB25 each. Located at 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou

Guangzhou
Taiji Lesson
Fee at RMB200 (members) and RMB320 (non-members) for eight lessons.
The Luhu Golf and Country Club. Call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.

Wednesday, August 1, 2007
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Shenzhen
Yoga Classes
9-10am. please call Amy Bai on 138 02295479 for details.

SWIC Ladies Badminton
Meet at the SPAH every Wednesday.
3-5pm. SPAH. For more details, please call Ms. Margaret Cochrane at (86755) 2686 9009.

Touch Rugby in Shekou
8pm. The Soccer field on Taizi Rd. Shekou, Nanshan District.

Ladies Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm-2am. True Color Guoqi, 25F Section A Guoqi Daxia Shangbunan Lu. Contact (86755) 8230 1833 for details.

Guangzhou
Ladies Night At Bar City-B Boss Club
Loud Fashion statement for ladies to get a free cocktail.
8pm. Bar City-B Boss Club, GF, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu. TEL (8620) 8386 2888

Hongkong
Martini Royale
Every Wednesday 50% off on all martinis from 10-11pm, free martinis from 9-10pm.
9pm. Volar, BF, 38-44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong. For more details, call (852) 2810 1510.

Thursday, August 2, 2007
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Shenzhen
Ladies' Golf Day
8am. For more information, please call Isabelle at (86755) 2681 0062.

Merengue Bachata Salsa Classes
9-10am. Jingshan Aerobics Room, for more details, contact Josefina at 134 2899 0138 or email josefina_polanco27@hotmail.com

Mother and Kids Group
9:30-11:30am. for more details, call Lynn at (85755) 2681 6179 and email lrvelez@hotmail.com, or Kanya at (86755) 2685 5235 and email kanya.sutton@magellanmoving.com

Qipao Ladies Night
Unlimited free drinks throughout the night for ladies in Qipao.
8pm. The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, call (86755) 2683 2775.

Ladies Night Specials
Blue Hawaii, Dry Martini, Frozen Margarita, free 9pm to midnight for pretty ladies.
9pm. Soho Restaurant & Night Club Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar) TEL (86755) 2669 0148/2669 2148

Hongkong
Brazilian Fever
Every Thursday, Brazilian Beats, Samba, Bongo and Drum N Bass.
8pm. Volar, BF, 38-44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong. For more details, call (852) 2810 1510.

Friday, August 3, 2007
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Shenzhen
Aerobics Class
9-10am. Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. For more details, please call Claire Adams at 135 28803123

Yoga Classes
9:30-10:30am. please call Elena Pistonao at (86755) 2667 6676 for more details.

Absolut Friday
Every Friday, special price for all Absolut Bottle (RMB320 per btl) & Absolut Drinks (RMB25 per oz.).
The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, call (86755) 2683 2775.

Saturday, August 4, 2007
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Shenzhen
Shekou Hash
2:30pm running and drinking club.
Snake Pit, Yin Hui Bldg., Tai Zi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen. For more information, please contact: ShekouHashHouseHarriers@groups.msn.com

Daya Bay
Aotou Hash
Running and drinking club.
3:30pm. Sunrise Cafe, Aotou. For details, please contact Malcolm at 139 27370501.

Sunday, August 5, 2007
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Shenzhen
Sunday BBQ at The Terrace
Thai style barbecue. (Monday to Saturday start at 6pm).
3pm. The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, call (86755) 2683 2775.

Cocktail Sunday Special Drinks
Buy one Get one Free.
8pm. Class Club, 5F Century Plaza Hotel, 1 Chunfeng Rd. Luohu Distirct. For details, call (86755) 8236 3999.

Panash Bites
Sunday Brunch, kid's play area and entertainment included.
11:30pm. Four Points by Sheraton 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999.

Garden BBQ Buffet
RMB68 per person.
5:30-9:30pm, Soho Restaurant & Night Club, Bitao Club, Taizi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar). For details, call (86755) 2669 0148 or 2669 2148.

Hongkong Happenings
The Edge has a new face and is setting Hong Kong alight, becoming even more dynamic than before.
Happy Hour starts every night at 6pm till 9, where all drinks are half price! The Edge provides for every taste, Monday is Talent Scout, Tuesday is 'Wall Street' where there are drinks promotions all night, Wednesday boasts the top Latino night in town, Thursday and Friday is 'Live Wire' with bands playing a wide selection of your favourate covers and some original tracks as well!... Saturday is 'Honey' the HIP-HOP night that is on everyone's schedule, where the edge rocks till gone 6 in the morning, Full full information on the club and all these events just visit www.edgehk.com Tel 2523 6690, or email info@edgehk.com.
Community Announcements

Charity In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup.php to get started with CharityInChina.org!

YPHHYPHH Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Wine Night, YPHH Happy Hour, weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto http://www.yphh.com

Shenzhen
Wanted: Hug Volunteers
Shekou Women's Intl Club is in great need of volunteers who can cuddle, show love and care for the children of the orphanage that they have been supporting for years. Orphanage visit is scheduled every Tue and Wed afternoons and Friday mornings. For donation and other inquries, please contact Ms. Judene Irvine at sjirvine10@shekou.com.

Love wines? Crazy about cheese? Meet and network with new and relevant people and gather with old friends? Join the Shenzhen Wine and Cheese club. We socialize every 4th Saturday of the month, featuring different wines and cheeses. Our next event is on August 25, for details about our monthly events, please call 138 2740 0823 or email szwineandcheeseclub@gmail.com or graceozaeta@hotmail.com

SZ Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 7-9pm. For the venue and other details, please visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org

SZ Mandarin Toastmaster's