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 Hotel Deals |
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 The Perfect Winter Vacation is Surprisingly Affordable at Ascott
Enjoy Ascott's winter special rates at 11 of our residences across six cities in China. Beijing fr 900 RMB, Hong Kong fr 788 HKD, Shanghai fr 540 RMB, Suzhou fr 380 RMB, Tianjin fr 880 RMB, Xi'an fr 330 RMB. For bookings and enquiries, call 400 820 1028 (local toll-free) or visit www.the-ascott.com or email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com. Promotion valid till 29 February 2008. Rates shown are daily nett. Prior reservations required and subject to availability. Other terms and conditions apply.
 "5257" --- I love my wife at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Deluxe Room 3 Nights only for RMB 5,257. Including: round way airport pick up| Welcome flowers & Fruit basket | One bottle of wine| Two daily breakfasts | One romantic dinner | Use bicycles for one hour | Enjoy Spa for couple | Late check out till 3 pm | Free internet in room. | Free Gym and Swimming pool...Valid till March 31st, 2008, invalid during public holidays. "Exclusive Resort of Miss World 2007" For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile) E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com.
Website: http://www.cpsanya.com
 Winter
Package
From 15 December 2007 to 29 February 2008,
come to enjoy our winter package at RMB 688+15% surcharge
per night onwards including one breakfast. Stay for
two consecutive nights, you will receive the third night
free. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, fully-equipped
modern gym, 1 tennis court, 4 restaurants and bars.
For reservations and more information, please call (8621)
5552 9999. Email: reservations@crowneplazafudan.com.
Website: www.crowneplaza.com
or reservation Toll free numbers in China: 800 830 4088,
400 88 40 888(mobile) *Minimum 3 consecutive nights
guaranteed. Not available in conjunction with other
promotions.
 "Sea Breeze" Meeting Package at Gloria Resort Sanya
Indulge yourself into our "Sea Breeze" Meeting Package from RMB298+ per person including: Full day meeting room usage; Two Coffee/ Tea Breaks; Free Podium and 2 Microphones; Basic audio-visual equipment; Flip chart, Screen, White Board and Markers, Pad and Pencil; Complimentary Mineral Water and Mints; Delightful lunch set menu. Remarks: All prices are in RMB and subject to 15% service charge; Meeting Rooms subject to availability; The management reserves the right to change the above without prior notice. For more information and reservations, please contact(86-898) 8856 8855-4135. Log onto our website www.gloriaresort.com, or e-mail bqt@gloriaresort.com
 Early Booker from Rmb 1100 Per Room Per Night Everyday
Limited time only! enjoy this special rate for early booking; reserve your stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Centre. From September 1st, 2007 to March 31, 2008. Valid for superior room category / Rate is subject to 15% surcharge/ Reservation must be made at least 30 days / Subject to prepayment / Confirmation of booking subject to availability. For reservations please contact: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522. E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com; Address: No.50, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
 Style
& Elegance is happening in Marco Polo Parkside,
Beijing
Located in the Asian Games Village, only 1km
distance from the "Birds Nest" and the "water
cube", the national main stadium of 2008 Beijing
Olympic Games. 315 rooms and suites, with 3 Continental
Club Floors (Executive Floors) with duplex Club Lounge.
State-of-art meeting or conference facilities, "creative"
food and drinks, together with 4000-sq m Life Style
Club. More interesting package from us - Relaxation
package (Room + Massage + One way Transfer + Breakfast
- wow!). Call (8610) 5963 6688 for reservations or e-mail
us at parkside@marcopolohotels.com
for more information.
 Get Cosy This Winter at the Pudong Shangri-La
Rates start from RMB 2,250 per night! Enjoy spectacular views from our luxurious guest rooms and pamper yourselves with CHI Balance, the signature treatment of our CHI, The Spa. Terms & Conditions: Promotion is valid from 20 December 2007 to 5 January 2008;Rates quoted are subject to 15% service charge; The package includes a signature CHI Balance treatment per person per night. 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
 Tropical Indulgence Package at Sheraton Sanya Resort
Tropical indulgence is invited. Spending a couple of days at China's most prestigious holiday spot, Yalong Bay and staying at the award-winning Sheraton Sanya Resort - a perfect blend of tropical indulgence. Enjoy first class relaxation with complimentary Mandara spa and food & beverage gift vouchers. We will also look after your little one while you unwind in your room with movie viewings from our DVD selection. You don't just stay here. You belong. Rates start from CNY1800 + 15% service charge, including two breakfasts and more value added benefits. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya or call +86-898-8855 8451, e-mail sanya.res@sheraton.com for more information.
 Guangzhou Escape Package
Stay minimum two nights in a Deluxe / Premier / Premier Riverview Room, enjoy daily breakfast at WOK TOO Cafe,RMB300/600 (single/double) dinner credit for consumption in coolThai, il Forno or Summer Palace during the stay. Also enjoy free internet access and use of all recreational facilities except CHI, The Spa.From October 15 - December 31, 2007 to applicable any days of the week.The internal breakdown of the package is as below:Rooms: Deluxe 2,196 / Premier 2,296 / Riverview 2,496; Breakfast: 140 single/ 280 double; Dinner: 300 single/ 600 double. Tel: (8620) 8917 8088.
 The Interlaken Silver Christmas Eve Gala Package
Make your Christmas the most memorable ever by making it "An Interlaken Christmas"! Join our Silver Christmas Gala Dinner, Wonderful Entertainment, Exciting Prize... Only RMB3068 you will get a memorable Christmas Eve in Shenzhen's most luxury hotel including one night accommodation and Christmas Buffet Breakfast in Interlaken Cafe. For detailed information, please call +86 755 8888 333.
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Chinese Folk Cultural Village
Chinese Folk Cultural Village covers an area about 200,000 square meters. As the first cultural scenic spot, we bring folk art, customs and constructions of different ethnic groups together. You can see the memorial archs of the Han Nationality, quadrangle of Beijing, village and folk house of minority nationalities. If you are lucky enough to come across the festival of minority nationalities, you can also participate in it and celebrate the festival together. Address: Chinese Folk Cultural Village, Overseas Chinese City, Zhongnan District TEL (86755) 2660 0626
Chime-Long Xiangjiang Safari Park
Situated in Dashi, Panyu, Chime-Long Xiangjiang Safari Park is the biggest animal theme park in Asia and the biggest white tiger appreciation and reproduction base. The theme park includes two parts. Tourists can take a traveling bus to watch the wild animals run freely in the park or to walk through the forests to feel the power of the nature. In the park, you can see many precious animals, such as white tiger, white lion, polar bear and anteater. Besides, you can also watch the wonderful performance of them. Address: Dashi, Panyu, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8478 0333
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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 |
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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
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 Relocations |
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Dazhong Relocation Company
Guangzhou Dazhong Relocation Company is a professional relocation company. We have more than 200 workers, and 70 loop wheel machine, platform lorry and transport vehicles. Our service is very extensive, including house moving, office moving, cargo delivering, transportation, furniture and air conditioner demounting and fixing, packaging, truck renting and so on. Address: No. 168, Tianhe East Road, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8526 6876
Jiajiafa Relocation Company
Shenzhen Jiajiafa Relocation Company was founded in 1998 and has many branches now. We have more than 30 transport vehicles and a group of high-quality and well-trained workers. Our service includes house moving, office moving, factory moving, cargo delivering, packaging, carton renting and so on. Our young and qualified service team is ready to serve you whole-heartedly. Address: Chuangye Electrical City, Chuangye Road, Baoan District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 2774 4731
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Property/Real Estate |
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An Apartment Near Yueken Road for Rent
The apartment is about 73squm, furnished with furniture and household electrical appliances. With good lighting and ventilation, the apartment is very suitable for living. The community is safe and the traffic is convenient. Rent: RMB 1600 per month. Address: Yueken Road Hongying Street Community, Tianhe District, Guangzhou TEL 137 6064 2329
An Apartment in Mingzhuyayuan Community for Rent
Located in Mingzhuyayuan Community, the apartment is about 81squm. The two-bedroom apartment is only a few minutes’ walk from Shennan Street. The environment of the community is safe and peaceful. Around the community, there are a lot of stores and banks, which makes it a very convenient place for living. Besides, it is also near the subway. Rent: RMB 2300 per month. Address: Mingzhuyayuan Community, Shahe, South Moutain, Shenzhen TEL 137 1529 1868 |
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International
Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial,
Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping,
Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration
Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash
flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre
Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process
review, Information Management Business Management: Merger
& Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy,
Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions &
Divestitures..www.lehmanbrown.com
Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270; Shanghai
Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636; Hong Kong
Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649; Shenzhen Tel:
+86-755 8367-1598 Fax: +86-755 8367-1698; E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com,
hongkong@lehmanbrown.com,
shenzhen@lehmanbrown.com
Guangzhou Teamwork Translation Company
Teamwork Translation Company is a big and professional translation company. We are experienced in many fields. Our team consists of translation experts, high ranking proof reading consultants, foreign experts and IT engineers. Their hard working will guarantee our high-quality service. We offer service about English, Japanese, French, German, Russian, Korean and many other languages. Our specialized fields include automobile, mechanism, contract, finance, certification and chemistry. Address: No. 705, Haomingge, Mingmen Mansion, Tianhe District, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 3166 5357
Lvren Law Firm
Lvren Law Firm has many experienced lawyers, including experts in different fields. All of our lawyers are graduated from famous universities and most of them have master and doctor degrees. That is why Lvren Law Firm can meet the different requirements of our customers. Through our protracted and unremitting efforts, we have already built a good reputation. Our service covers a wide range, including penal defense, arbitration, contract, finance, portfolio, real estate, patent, transportation and so on. Address: Tower 11, Shenkan Mansion, Shangbu Middle Road, Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 8375 5994 |
 Biz Exhibitions
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Guangzhou
2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
December 18-24, Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
November 18-Janury 6, 2008, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (020) 8737 4468
Shenzhen
2007 China (Shenzhen) City Construction And Development Fair & Constructive Decoration Exhibition
December 15-17, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
2007 China (Shenzhen) Ladies' Fashion- Healthy Life Fair & Chain Store Project Meeting
December 21-23, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
December 16-31, He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
December 3-Janury 6, 2008, Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086 |
 Nightlife |
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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 |
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2007 China (Shenzhen) City Construction And Development Fair & Constructive Decoration Exhibition
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
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2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
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2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Thursday, December 20, 2007
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2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Friday, December 21, 2007
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Modern Romantic Piano Concert
Tickets: RMB80-480. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755) 8284 1888
2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
2007 China (Shenzhen) Ladies' Fashion- Healthy Life Fair & Chain Store Project Meeting
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Saturday, December 22, 2007
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Fairy Tales Concert-I Think I Can
Tickets: RMB50-80. Chamber Hall of Guangdong Xinghai Concert Hall TEL (8620) 8735 3869
2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
2007 China (Shenzhen) Ladies' Fashion- Healthy Life Fair & Chain Store Project Meeting
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
Picture On The Left, History On The Right-Wei Guangqing Art Exhibition
He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
Graphic Design In China 2007
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Sunday, December 23, 2007
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Youth Sing For Harmonious China
Tickets: RMB50-280. Guangzhou Huangpu Stadium TEL (8620) 8776 8099
2007 China Calligraphy And Painting Industry Exposition, The 9th National Calligraphy & Sealcutting Works Exhibition
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Liuhua Complex TEL (8620) 2608 1231
"Floating"-China Independent Art Committee And Modern Art In Guangzhou, Shanghai And Tokyo
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
2007 China (Shenzhen) Ladies' Fashion- Healthy Life Fair & Chain Store Project Meeting
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073
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