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Beijing's
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Xianzai
Beijing
Volume
9, issue 37 - September
12,
2005 |
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Extra, Extra! |
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Stand-up
Comedy Rocks Beijing with ChopSchticks presented by Continental
Airlines and The Comedy Tour!
Laughs a-plenty hit the Northern Capital yet
again with ChopSchticks presented by Continental Airlines
and The Comedy Tour on Saturday September 17th at 7:30pm
at RBL's Ice House in Wang Fu Jing on 53 Xipei Lou, Dong'anmen
Jie (venue tel: 6522 1389). This venue for ChopSchticks
is an *awesome* Blues Bar called the Ice House inside
of RBL (Restaurant, Bar, Lounge), don't miss it! World-class,
hilarious stand-up comedian Tom Shillue www.TomShillue.com
headlines with opener John Bush.Tom is an accomplished
New York-based comedian who the New York Times calls "Inspired"
and The New York Post says is "Brilliant"! John
Bush is a real crowd pleaser from Minneapolis with appearances
around the world including HBO, Comedy Central and Late
Night with Conan O'Brien. Tickets are 250RMB at the door
and 220RMB in advance up to Sept 15th. To order now call
or SMS 1370 121 0489 or email Tickets@TheComedyTour.com
or http://www.ChopSchticks.com
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Hotel Deals |
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| National
Day Promotion
Valid from Sep.29 to Oct.7, 2005, From
RMB 888, Includes: A night's stay in Golf View
Room | Complimentary breakfast for 2 at Atrium
Cafe | Complimentary use of gymnasium, sauna and
indoor swimming pool | RMB 400 supplement for
newly renovated Grand Ocean View Room | Above
room rate includes 15% surcharge however, subject
to Government tax of RMB 11.00 per person per
day as required by the local authorities | Rate
is subject to change without prior notice | Room
reservation is subject to availability. Website:
www.gloriaresort.com;
E-mail: sales@gloriaresort.com;
Toll Free Reservation Hot Line: 800 876 8863;
Reservations: 0898-88568855 ext 4133.
Golden Package for National Day
RMB 1288 net per night for 1 superior
Room; extension stays for one night or more at
RMB 1000 net per night. Package includes: complimentary
up to 2 daily breakfast, free use of driving-range
at nearby golf course, free use of gym and swimming
pool, free use of Leisure Complex facilities or
free rental of bicycle for one hour, 10% discount
for spa and facial care, 20% discount for airport
pick-up, complimentary extra beds and daily breakfast
for up to 2 children (under 12) sharing room with
parents, free use of children's fun land. Valid
from October 1, 2005 to Ocotober 5, 2005. For
inquiry or reservation, please contact (0898)
62966888 or e-mail to sales@sofitelboao.com
Holiday
Inn Moon Cake Package
Superior scenic view room for only RMB
750/night,minimum stay for two nights: Maximum
two daily breakfast per room | Free One piece
Laundry daily | Free use of GYM | Offer "buy
one get one free" for using Bicycle | Free
Moon Cake (one box) | 20% discount for the consumption
at KTV beverage | 50% discount for Laundry | 15%
discount for the miniature drink in the guest
room Mini Bar | 20% discount for the BBQ Dinner
by the poolside | 20% discount for Aromatherapy
at SPA. Valid Date: 01 Sep To 16 Sep, 05. Please
call (0898) 8856 5666-7103 for detail; China Toll
Free Reservation No. 800 830 6368; China Toll
Free hand phone Reservation No. 400 884 0888.
E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com
Special
Opening Rate
Sofitel Plaza Xiamen, the first international
5-star hotel in Xiamen was opened in July. The
hotel Standing 29 storeys tall, features 393 luxurious
guest rooms and suites, 6 signature suites including
the Presidential Suite and 10 Sofitel Club floors.
There have a series of promotion during the opening,
Superior room from RMB 698: Includes one breakfast
| Includes service charge and tax, but subject
4% Xiamen Special Tax | Valid till 30 September
2005 (not applicable from September 6-12, 2005)
| Subject to room availability | Can use out-door
swimming pool and Gym. For reservations or more
information, please call (0592) 507 8888-1880/1881/1882
or reservation@sofitelxiamen.com
Presidential
Plaza Hotel Family Weekend Package
Family Weekend Package: RMB888.00 nett,
One night accommodation on premier room category
(From Friday to Sunday): Free buffet breakfast
for two adults | Free buffet breakfast for up
to two kids under the age of 12; For kid above
12, addtional breakfast will be charged at RMB138.00
nett | One complimentary extra bed for one child
| Complimentary baby sitting on the first night
of the stay | Welcome drink for two adults and
ice-cream for two children upon check-in | Free
use of Gym, swimming pool and sauna | Guests can
also get ticket and tour service at the hotel.
Resevation, please call: (8610) 6800 1786.
"Golden
Week Special" at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Lufthansa Center
For only 999 Rmb per room, per night
including. Free Limousine airport pick-up upon
arrival. Daily buffet breakfast at "Seasons
Cafe" Free use of Health-Club facilities
and Swimming Pool. Valid from: 30th September
to 10th October 2005. Rate is subject to availability
and 15 % surcharge and limited to double occupancy
per room. For more info, please call (8610) 6465
3388 ext 5522/5533.
Book
a Hostel Room in China!
Now you can preview and choose hostels
from around China. Find pictures, comments, and
maps for the hostels and then choose what type
of bed and rooms you need. We lots of cities including
Beijing, Chengdu, Kunming, Lhasa, Sanya, Shanghai,
and Yangshuo--plus lots more. You can securely
book online and find the cheapest rates online
with us. Visit http://www.chinatravelnow.com/hostels.php
and search for yourself!
Heavenly
Weekend Sleep-In
Get away from it all... right here in
the heart of the city, with a weekend at The Westin
Shanghai! Deluxe Room: RMB 1188+15% service charge
per night with 2 breakfast. Terms & Conditions:
Offer is exclusively for Mainland Chinese ID card
holders; For Friday and Saturday nights only and
is valid with immediate effect until further notice
and restricted to FIT travelers only; Offer is
subject to availability and can be changed without
prior notice. For more information, please contact
Reservation department. Tel: (021) 6335 1888 ext
7519, Fax: (021) 6335 2772, Email: rsvns-shanghai@westin.com.
Please quote rate code: SLEEPIN
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Health & Fitness |
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Simulation
Golf At Presidential Plaza
You don't have to leave the hotel to
improve your golf stroke. Located on the second
floor of the hotel is the Golf Simulation Center
featuring some of the world's most famous golf
courses. You can play one of these courses for
45 minutes for only RMB220. Arrangements can be
made through the Hotel's Fitness and Recreation
Center at 5858 5588 ext. 8505. Opening hours:
6:30am to 11:30pm. Contact: (8610) 5858 5588 ext.8505.
BODYWORKS
- Sends Love and Good Health to Teachers
As a business with high sense of social
responsibility, Bodyworks begins its grateful
activity "Care for Teachers' Health, Dedicate
Love to Teacher's Day" when the 21st Teacher's
Day is drawing near. Bodyworks will have a demonstrative
tour around the campus of colleges and universities
in Beijing with professional fitness coaches and
health consultants bringing the most scientific
health concepts to the teachers there. All teachers
with a valid certificate are eligible for enjoying
the special priced membership card that Bodyworks
has specially designed for them. TEL (8610) 6430
2008 or click
here for more info.
My
Dentist
As our name "My Dentist" tells
you, we are working to be your special dentist.
If you have any dental demands, be it regular
dental check-up or fillings, tooth re-construction
or anything else, let us know! A reservation to
meet a dentist costs RMB100, with a 30% surcharge
for treatment. We only accept a few reservations
each day to ensure you have the best and most
considerate service. TEL (8610) 6174 4230 Address:
9-102, #18, No. 1 Qu, Tiantongyuan, Changping
District.
Beijing
Modern Women's Hospital
Conveniently located at the Dongsi North
Street of downtown Beijing, Beijing Modern Women's
Hospital is a professional medical institution
that mainly serves female clients. Our hospital
features modern and stylish decoration, a team
of certified medical experts and advanced medical
facilities. We specialize in plastic surgery,
gynaecology, and other feminine medical care.
We promise health and beauty for everyone who
chooses us. TEL (8610) 960 96066 Fax (8610) 8403
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Health and Recreational Activities in Beijing!
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Dining Out |
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2nd Oktoberfest @ Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou
Beijing
Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
will hold its 2nd Oktoberfest from 21 to 25 September
2005 in the Marquee in front of the Hotel. Start
from 6pm every evening, guests will enjoy every
minute of five nights of fun-filled activities at
the Oktoberfest in its traditional colorful decoration,
Bavarian performances with fancy instrument, chicken
dance, exciting games and lucky draws...RMB228 nett
per person including wide selection of sumptuous
traditional German and Chinese buffet, free flow
of beer, soft drinks and mineral water. For reservations
and inquiries, please contact (8610) 8498 2288 ext.
7376. Group reservation is welcomed.
Mooncakes
Varieties in 2005 at Presidential Plaza
The
Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing specially prepared
a variety of mooncake specialties to compliment
your celebration during this mid-autumn festival.
8 Pieces of White Lotus Seed with Egg Yolk and Red
Lotus Seed with Egg Yolk selling at RMB 85. 6 Pieces
of Flaky Crust with Five kinds of flavors at RMB
125. Mooncake Hamper with 8 Pieces of four kinds
of flavor at RMB 285. What's more, you can even
have your company logo printed on the boxes for
any bulk order! Order Hotline: (8610) 5858 5588
ext. 8690
Keeping
purity - French restaurant "Le Rendez - vous"
"Le Rendez - vous" was set up
by taking the concept of pure "Brasserie"
- the symbol of French lifestyle. The slogan of
"Le Rendez - vous" is "experience
French family food and caring." Every Friday
night, here is "Blue Jazz night". The
second Thursday of every mth, here is "French
night". Everybody is welcome. Add: Gong Ti
Bei Lu, nearby Sanlitun, opposite Zhao Long hotel.
Tel: (8610) 6462 9110. For more info, pls click
here.
The
Spring Garden, Mid-Autumn Brazilian Barbeque - September
18
Lunch - RMB120 + 15% including soft drinks
and beer; Dinner - RMB138 + 15% including soft drinks,
beer, a glass of house wine and Live Latino Band.
Thinking about where to celebrate your Mid-Autumn
Festival? The Spring Garden of Holiday Inn Lido
Hotel is the best choice for you and your loved
ones where you can experience east meet west - Brazilian
BBQ with moon cakes! You can gaze the moon while
enjoying the best Brazilian Barbeque with live Latino
band in town! For reservations, please call (8610)
6437 6688 extension 1971.
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Travel Information |
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The
Natural Choice to Canada
Introducing the only nonstop flight between
Beijing and Toronto. Starting June 3, 2005, Air
Canada will fly you from Beijing to Toronto in record
time, saving you 3.5 hours*. With a convenient schedule
of four flights a week, you'll definitely find one
that's right for you. And if you're headed to Western
Canada, we also offer daily nonstop flights to Vancouver.
On board, we're equipped with a Mandarin-speaking
crew, Chinese cuisine and inflight entertainment.
For the ultimate in comfort, our award-winning Executive
First® service offers you gourmet
meals, fine wines, and plenty of legroom. Call your
travel agent or contact Air Canada at (8610) 6468
2001, (8621) 6279 2999. *Compared to our direct
flight to Toronto via Vancouver.
Fly
To Davao From China and Find Tranquility
Lying in the shadow of Mt. Apo, the country's
highest peak, Davao is a melting pot of different
cultures. Its landmarks reflect this amazing variety:
a Muslim mosque, a Catholic cathedral, and a Filipino-Japanese
memorial can be found within meters of each other.
The wilderness around Mt. Apo abounds with hot springs,
boling mudpots and waterfalls. Rare flora and fauna
like the Waling-waling orchid and the Philippine
eagle find their residence in this fascinating city.
Prices start at CNY2,750. For more information please
contact Philippine Airlines at telephone (8621)
6279 8765 or fax (8621) 6279 8762 or visit our website
www.philippineairlines.com
Need
Airline Tickets From US To China?
Got Friends in the U.S. Planning To Go
To China? For Air Tickets from The US to China,
the cheapest tickets are sold in the U.S. We offer
the best priced tickets on Air China, and on most
other carriers. Located a block from New York's
Empire State Building, Happy New York Travel can
ship tickets to anywhere in the world. Call Catherine
in the US at 646-552-2331, or US toll-free at 1-866-886-6868.
Or Email: happynytravel@yahoo.com
or visit www.happynytravel.com
What
A Super Cool Deal For Such A Hot Summer
Phuket 4 days/3 nights from RMB 1988;
Bangkok 4 days/3 nights from RMB 2066; Bankgkok&
Phuket7 days/6 nights from RMB 2399...and a lot
more... Please call BJS Holiday: city (8610) 5166
7711 , Shunyi (8610) 8046 3198/99. E-mail: travel@bjs.com.cn
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Where
Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars and
restaurants in Beijing. Visit www.yphh.com for
more info and check back each week to see if you are pictured
here!

If
You Are Above, You Have Just Won
Voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!
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Education |
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Rutgers
International EMBA Program
Get your MBA in Beijing from US based
Rutgers University in 14 Months. A unique learning
and networking environment with executives/diplomats
from 12 different countries or more. To learn
more about Rutgers EMBA in China, Call 010-8526-2528
or email emba@rutgers.cn,
www.rutgers.cn
The
Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Studying Easier
Small group class 3-5 people; Courses
for all levels; Flexible schedules; Experienced
teachers; Pleasing environment; Convenient location;
Competitive prices. For more information please
call (8610) 6413 1547 or (8610) 6413 1548, or
mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn
Secondary Department
The British School of Beijing will open
its secondary department next academic year, offering
the English National curriculum to students up
to the age of 14. The school is part of King¹s
Group, and as such a wholly British owned and
managed institution, focusing on high academic
standards and levels of spoken and written English
in classrooms. All teachers are British qualified
with experience, and academic resources meet UK
standards. Class sizes average 15-20 students.
The school is located in the embassy district
of Beijing. For more information contact info@britishschool.org.cn
or (8610) 8532-3088.
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Funny Pics |
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Relocations |
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CIM
Continental International Moving
Located at 50 meters away from Chaoyang customs
office, CIM Continental International Moving provide
a fully range of moving, storage, record management
and expatriates documentation services. Wherever you
move, whenever you move - call CIM. Tel: (8610) 8762
5110 /8762 5109. Fax: (8610) 8762 5281; Email: info@cimmover.com;
Web: www.cimmover.com
Xinwang
Home Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving services in
Beijing, we boast a group of young and qualified staff
who have undergone strict and systematic training in
packaging, loading and unloading and will make you feel
assured about the safety of your furniture. Starting
price: RMB150 for individual clients; RMB160 for businesses.
RMB120 for separate piano moving. Hotline: (8610) 6298
6454
Relocation
Experts: Tianzheng Relocation Service
We have trucks of different capacities to
meet your furniture size and quantity. We have many
branches laid out across the city for you to choose
from the most convenient one to save cost for yourself.
Different sizes of cardboard boxes are available free
of charge. We move from lane to lane, from city to country.
RMB150 starting price for home moving. RMB180 starting
price for piano moving. For details or reservation please
call our toll-free phone at 800 810 1167
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