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 Hotel Deals |
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 Love at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Valentine's Day is coming! Only RMB 999 and enjoy Honeymoon Suite to spend your romantic holiday in Sanya.Elegant design in the spacious suite, privacy is guaranteed. Roses with the round water bed, life could not be sweeter! Celebrate the International Language of Love with a Romantic & Intimate dinner, RMB 528 per couple in L16 Thai Cafe & Bar. You will be welcomed by champagne cocktail on arrival, enjoy one complimentary bottle of wine with your loved one.Tea Tree Spa prepared the "Let There Be Love" treatment for couples with RMB 1760 for 120 min, include the Romatic dinner in L16. Valid from 6th to 14th Feb, 2008. 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).
 Stay at the newly re-designed Four Points by Sheraton Changshu
Relax and experience our brand-new guest room from RMB429+. Including daily buffet breakfast up to 1 person; one RMB100 meal coupon; upgrade to our Executive King Room for an additional RMB200; free use of internet; fitness center and indoor pool. Please call (86 512) 5298 8888 or visit fourpoints.com/changshu for more information.
 JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai takes Chinese New Year to a New Level
Spend your traditional New Year holiday enjoying the exceptional 360 views with special room rates from February 5 to 14, 2008 at the JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai. Guests are invited to enjoy a Deluxe Room for CNY1,888* per night with additional CNY170* (single occupancy) or CNY370* (double occupancy) for daily breakfast in the stunning Marriott Cafe on 38th level. Located in the power centre of Shanghai's commercial and shopping district in downtown Puxi makes it easy for you to go everywhere in Shanghai. For reservations please call: (8621) 5359 4969.
 A Gift for the New Year from only RMB 988.00
* Per Room/Per Night * From February 03rd to 18th, 2008 * Inclusive of: One Buffet Breakfast | Valid for our Superior Room Category | Free Access to both Health Club Outlets and Indoor Swimming Pool. Rates are subject to 15% surcharge. Confirmation of booking subject to availability. No. 50, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100016 P.R.C. Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204. E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com
 Lunar New Year Residents Special Room Offer
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a special rate of *RMB 500 for local ID card holders from 06th - 21st February 2008. please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. *Subject to 15% surcharge.
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 Travel Information |
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Guangzhou Nine Dragons Spring
Nine Dragons Spring is located in the center of White Cloud Mountain Top Park. There is a beautiful story behind this spring: Once upon a time, there was no spring here. A man called An Qisheng, who lived in Qin Dynasty, lived here. Once, nine children appeared and a spring immediately came out. The nine children were transformed by dragons, so the spring was called Nine Dragons Spring. The spring is originally the well of White Cloud Temple. The water from the spring is clear and sweet. In the past, people used to use the spring to make tea. The place now becomes a famous attraction in Guangzhou. Address: White Cloud Mountain
Guangzhou Crocodile Park
Guangzhou Crocodile Park is the world's largest Crocodile Theme Park, which was set up by Changlong Group. The park covers an area of more than 2,000 acres. More than 100,000 crocodiles are living here. The park is divided into many parts, including area of popular science, area of central interactive, area of growing display. Besides, tourists can also watch the performance of crocodiles and other animals. You will enjoy the happiness and surprise. Address: Shibei Street, Big Stone Town, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8479 6100
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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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Haichuan Relocation Company
Haichuan Relocation Company is a professional long-distance relocation and transportation company. We offer service of relocation within and around Guangzhou and Guangdong Province. Our services include house moving, factory moving, office moving, cargo delivering and long-distance delivering for cars and equipments. Address: Dongguan District, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 3738 0442
Shenzhen Ants Relocation
Shenzhen Ants Relocation Company is one of the earliest relocation companies founded in Shenzhen. All of our workers are well-trained and sincere. We are specialized in house moving, factory moving, office moving, piano delivering, long and short distance cargo delivering, furniture and air conditioner demounting and fixing, packaging and cleaning. Address: Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 8836 2019
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Property/Real Estate |
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A Great Villa For Rent
The 3-bedroom villa is about 300squm, furnished with a whole set of furniture and household electrical appliances. With good lighting and ventilation, the villa is very suitable for living and working. This villa has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 balconies, 1 kitchen and a garage. Rent: RMB 2000 per month. Address: Near the Dongpu passenger station, Tianhe District, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 3235 3307
An Apartment In Luohu District For Rent
Located in Tongle Mansion Community, the apartment is newly decorated and furnished with furniture and electrical appliances. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 living room, with a total area about 65sqm. The Wal-Mart and subway is not far from the apartment, making it a convenient place for living and working. Rent: RMB 2200 per month. Address: No.1 Crossing of Sungang East Road, Tongle Mansion Community, Luohu District, Shenzhen TEL (86) 1599 9688 707 |
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Mingjun Translation Company
Mingjun Translation Company will offer you translation service of high efficiency and high quality. Our range of business covers thesis, documents and technical manual translation. We offer service of English, Japanese, German, Korean, French and Spanish in the fields of material, chemistry, construction, electricity, machinery and medicine. Our translators are all masters or doctors from famous university, which ensures the accuracy of the translation. TEL (86) 1594 8786 905
Jingde Law Firm
Jingde Law Firm is one of the biggest law firms in Shenzhen. Our lawyers are all from famous universities and 19 of them have master or doctor degrees. We have department of economic law, department of civil law, department of criminal law, department of property and company law, department of real estate and finance, making the law firm a comprehensive law firm. Since the founding, we have been responsible for more than 300 companies as law consultant and dealt with more than 2,000 cases. Our continuous effort in this industry has won us a good reputation from the society. Address: Nanshan District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 8294 7600 |
 Biz Exhibitions
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Guangzhou
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
January 12-February 17 Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Shenzhen
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
January 18-29 Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
The Sixth Shenzhen Contemporary Sculpture Exhibition-Avista Of Perspectives
December 16, 2007-May 20, 2008 He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
December 23, 2007-January 25, 2008 Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390 |
 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 |
 Weekly Calendar |
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Monday, January 21, 2008
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Chinese Musical-Butterflies
Tickets: RMB80-1280. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
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Drama "Red Rose And White Rose"
Tickets: RMB180-580. Shenzhen Grand Theatre TEL (86755) 2590 6000
Chinese Musical-Butterflies
Tickets: RMB80-1280. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
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Drama "Red Rose And White Rose"
Tickets: RMB180-580. Shenzhen Grand Theatre TEL (86755) 2590 6000
Chinese Musical-Butterflies
Tickets: RMB80-1280. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Thursday, January 24, 2008
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The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Friday, January 25, 2008
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Only Missing Him-VITAS Shenzhen Concert
Tickets: RMB480-1680. Shenzhen Gymnasium TEL (86755) 8324 0336
2008 Chinese New Year Symphonic Concert
Tickets: RMB60-180. Symphony Hall of Guangdong Xinghai Concert Hall TEL (8620) 8735 2222
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
"Feng Jizhong And Fang Tayuan" Multimedia Show
Gallery of Shenzhen Fine Art Institute TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Saturday, January 26, 2008
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Only Missing Him-VITAS Guangzhou Concert
Tickets: RMB200-1280. Guangzhou New Gymnasium TEL (8620) 3663 9007
Immersed In Strings-Li Chuiyi Cello Concert
Tickets: RMB80-180. Symphony Hall of Guangdong Xinghai Concert Hall TEL (8620) 8735 2222
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Sunday, January 27, 2008
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Drama "Red Rose And White Rose"
Tickets: RMB100-480. Huanghuagang Theatre TEL (8620) 8776 0445
The Third Guangdong (Shenzhen) Green Food Fair And Gourmet Festival
Baoan Gymnasium TEL (86755) 2786 9000
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468 |
 Hongkong
Happenings |
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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. |
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 Community Announcements |
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 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/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
 China's Newest On-Line Dating Site
Discover China's Newest On-Line Dating Site for the over 25 busy professional. We are offering our first 20,000 members free VIP Membership. Why are we different? Group dating! www.yuanlaishini88.com
Shenzhen
Shenzhen Asian Cultural Society Sponsors Terrence P Cullen Talk
In its first event of 2008, the Shenzhen Asian Cultural Society is proud to sponsor a lecture by Terrence P Cullen, Vice President of Development for Wal-Mart China. Mr. Cullen's talk will help listeners grasp the reasons behind China's ascendance, the positive and negative impact of its rise on China itself and the West, as well as the unique characteristics of the Chinese business environment for Western companies doing business in China. RMB150 Lecture only, RMB350 Lecture and Dinner.7:00pm, Friday, January 25. Marco Polo Hotel Futian. For tickets please contact (86755) 2686 2019 or tickets@shenzhenacs.com
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.
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 Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. 7pm. For details, please call Karen at 135 60774706 or visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org
New Experience Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. 7pm. For details, call Nina at 130 66960377 or visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org
New Expat in Shenzhen?
Join the International Women's Club (SWIC) if you are looking to make new friends and people who know Shekou and Shenzhen very well. Visit www.swiconline.com for details.
Guangzhou
Kid's Club
Various activities for kids, RMB30 (half hour), membership required. Monday-Friday, 10am-8pm, Cangaroo Stop, Rm 104, 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu. Call (8620) 8551 3838 for more details.
Modern Dance Classes
At Tip-top Modern Arts Studio, 13 Shui Yin Heng Lu, Sha He Ding. Please contact Ms Huang at (8620) 8704 9512/8704 7009 for details.
Flower Art Lesson
Every Monday and Tuesday, RMB480 (members), RMB560 (non-members) per four classes. Guangzhou Luhu Golf and Country Club. For details call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389. |
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