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 Hotel Deals |
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 Interlaken Spring Festival
Relax unwind and replenish your soul at The Interlaken OCT Hotel Shenzhen. Discover warm calm and serenity at OCT East. From RMB2768+15% per room per night(Period: from now to 31 Feb.): 1 night staying | 2 New Year Breakfasts in Interlaken Cafe | 2 Tickets to Tea Stream Valley | Spa (except treatment) | Tea Show. For more information please call (86 755) 8888 3333.
 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
 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.
 Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of *RMB1888 with 2 nights stay until 30 April 2008. Including complimentary bottle of imported wine; hotel limousine service to or from airport; in-room broadband internet access; wireless internet access; use of gym, sauna and tennis court; please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. *Subject to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays or Saturdays.
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 Travel Information |
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Hibiscus Vacation Village
Welcome to Guangzhou Hibiscus Vacation Village and enjoy the pleasure of the nature. Hibiscus Vacation Village is built next to a natural swimming pond. On the left of the village, there is "West Mountain Waterfall", Guangzhou's most famous waterfall. The waterfall is 130-meter high. Standing near it, you can feel the power and beauty of nature. Looking from the village, you can see the famous "Hibiscus Mountain" and the "Dragon King Temple" on it. In the village, there are comfortable hotels, farmhouse restaurant, conference rooms and karaoke. Various activities like drifting, rock climbing and BBQ are waiting for you. Address: Hibiscus Vacation Village, Huadu District, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 3765 0993
Safari Park Shenzhen
Safari Park Shenzhen is located by the side of Xili Lake. With an area of 1.2 million square meters, the park was founded in September 28, 1993. It is China's first garden-styled ecological environmental scenic spot, which includes zoo, botanical garden and science popularization park. In the park, there are more than 300 kinds of animals from all over the world. The scenery is beautiful and the environment will make you forget to go home. Address: East side of Xili Lake, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 2662 2888
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 Dining Out |
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 Taking a Festive Classic Higher
Niangao, or Ningko in Cantonese, is the staple festive food of the Chinese New Year period. Traditionally made of glutinous rice, Ningko also sounds like 'Rising yearly', representing the aspirations of the Chinese people for the coming year. At the Shangri-La Guangzhou, we celebrate the humble Ningko in style with premium ingredients and delectable flavours such as water chestnut, white turnip and taro that truly raise it to a new level. Prices start from RMB58++. Available from 7 January 2008 onwards. Tel: (8620) 8917 8088.
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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Jinfu Relocation Company
Jinfu Relocation and Transportation Company was founded in 1996. We are an old brand in Guangzhou's relocation and transportation industry. Specialized in house moving, office moving, cargo delivering, long-distance and short-distance delivering, we offer services to individuals, companies, office buildings, schools, hospitals and hotels. Jinfu Relocation Company is your reliable choice. TEL (8620) 8598 7046
Hongji Relocation Company
Shenzhen Hongji Relocation Company has young and professional workers. They are trained strictly and master packaging and dismounting skills. We are specialized in house moving, factory moving, office moving, long-distance and short-distance delivering, furniture dismounting and fixing, carpet washing and outside wall cleaning. TEL (86755) 2646 1985
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Property/Real Estate |
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A Three-Bedroom Apartment For Rent
Situated in Shuiyin Siheng Road, the apartment is near Guangzhou Grand Street and Shahe Street. With an area of 85 square meters, the rooms are furnished with a whole set of furniture and household electrical appliances and the lighting and ventilation is good. Around the community, there are market place, supermarket and convenient facilities. The apartment is a perfect place for living and working. Rent: RMB1700 per month. Address: Near Tianhe Local Revenue, Tianhe District, Guangzhou TEL (86) 1591 8550 011
An Apartment In Haikang Mansion For Rent
The apartment has two bedrooms and one living room and it is furnished with a whole set of furniture and household appliances. With a balcony, the lighting and ventilation is very good. Around the community, there are kindergarten, school, supermarket, bank, department store and hospital, which is very convenient for living. Rent: RMB 2600 per month. Address: Near Meilin Tianhong Department Store, Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86) 1360 2684 468 |
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Huachuang Housekeeping Services
The main business of Huachuang housekeeping service company is to offer professional and well-trained nannies to our customers. Our services include nanny service, housekeeping service by the hour, baby care, accompanying early education, accompanying family education, marriage and online shopping. With Huachuang housekeeping, every day can be easy. Address: Room 1002, No.876, Huangpu Street, Tianhe District, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8527 2508
Shenzhen Telecomm Translation
Shenzhen Telecomm Translation is a translation service provider specialized in the translation of communications and electronic documentations. We create value for our clients by providing "best-effort" multilingual solutions. Our ultimate target is to help your company operate more effectively. We provide cost-effective translation services in English, Russian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Italian and Spanish. We go through a strict and clear project management procedure to ensure the exact workflow for all stages of a translation job and follow the usual practice of translation, proofreading and client approval. Address: Room 402, West building, No. 202, Tairan Commercial Area, Chegong Temple, Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 6169 3103 |
 Biz Exhibitions
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Guangzhou
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
January 12-February 24, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
January 12-February 17, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
January 30-February 24, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
January 31-February 24, Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Shenzhen
Michael Kvium In China
February 1-29, Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Art Show-Calligraphies, paintings and Books Donated By Shen Dafu And Shen Xiangruo
January 29-March 20, Shenzhen Museum TEL (86755) 8209 4170 |
 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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Monday, February 4, 2008
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Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
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Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
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Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Thursday, February 7, 2008
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"Beautiful Sunday" Concert
Tickets: Free. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755) 8284 1888
Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Friday, February 8, 2008
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Tango Emotion By Argentine Tango Dancing Group
Tickets: Free. Shenzhen Grand Theatre TEL (86755) 2590 6000
Fantastic Fairy Tale Opera-Mascot
Tickets: RMB50-380. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698
"Beautiful Sunday" Concert
Tickets: Free. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755) 8284 1888
Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Saturday, February 9, 2008
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Tango Emotion By Argentine Tango Dancing Group
Tickets: Free. Shenzhen Grand Theatre TEL (86755) 2590 6000
Fantastic Fairy Tale Opera-Mascot
Tickets: RMB50-380. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698
"Beautiful Sunday" Concert
Tickets: Free. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755) 8284 1888
Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Sunday, February 10, 2008
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Michael Kvium In China
Guanshanyue Art Museum TEL (86755) 8306 3086
Retrospective: Imaginary Space By Jerry Uelsmann
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Flow-China Liu Bozhi Photography Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
What The Sky Opened To: Art By Wang Huaiqing
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Stage Eyes-Visual Arts And Drama
Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468 |
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