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Email Newsletter Name: Xianzai Shanghai
Date Published: July 3, 2006


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Shanghai's Most Reliable Weekly Expat Listings For 8 Years!
 Xianzai Shanghai
Volume 10, issue 27 - July 3, 2006
Click a section in the Table of Contents below to get great information
  Extra Extra   Weekly Quiz   Weather Forecast   China News
  China Classifieds   Funny Pics   Antique Furniture   Adopt a Pet
  Dining Out   Hotel Deals   Travel Information   Health and Fitness
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Extra, Extra!

Stand-up Comedy Rocks Shanghai!
Laughs a-plenty hit the 'Hai with ChopSchticks presented by The Comedy Tour on Fri July 14th with one show only at 8pm at Third Degree Music Lounge in 3 on the Bund. Once again we're bringing back a married couple to perform (yeah, I know, two married couples back-to-back, it's a long story...). Edgy female comic Bernadette Pauley opens up for her hilarious hubby Al Ducharme. Tickets are 250RMB at the door and 220RMB in advance. Get tickets now by calling Sherpas hotline at 6209 6209 or by emailing Shanghai@TheComedyTour.com or http://www.ChopSchticks.com

Weekly Quiz

Are you smart enough?
Search through this week's email newsletter for answers to the following questions. Then submit your information before Wednesday at noon (Beijing time) to be eligible to win great prizes.
This week's prize is a China guidebook!

1. How often does the Shanghai International Photographic Art Exhibition take place?
2. Where does the group "Shinhwa" come from?
3. How many members are there in the group "Housebreakerz"? Who are they?

Please provide answers to each question in this box:
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Weather Forecast
Date 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9
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Lows 24 24 23 24 25 23 24
China News
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Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

Thanks to Talon Pillay or the pic:


Send in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to sendfunnypics@xianzai.com with the subject "Xianzai Shanghai Funny Pics!". We'll post the best pics here each week!

Antique Furniture

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

Display Unit
Tall, wood-tone China cabinet. In 17th-century China, glass-doored cabinets like this one were used to keep prized books visible while protecting them from moisture and dust. Inside, there are five adjustable shelves to hold your favorite glassware, china, books and collectibles. Mad of solid elm and cast iron door pulls. The hand-rubbed painted finish antique cabinet offers a great solution for your study or dining room.

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

Adopt a Pet

Each week we highlight a pet that you can help adopt or foster in Shanghai!

SCAA is Shanghai's privately run animal protection association, founded and supported by the expatriate community and dedicated to saving the lives of homeless companion animals. SCAA helps facilitate adoption of abandoned animals, educate about pet care, and support animal shelter projects. For more information please visit scaashanghai.org

Hotel Deals

Pamper Your Lover with Unforgettable Getaway in Crowne Plaza Sanya
Honeymoon Packages offer: Stay in a Premier Room | Daily buffet breakfast | One romantic set dinner per stay | In-room foot massage | Free one bottle of red wine, 2 hours bicycle rental, and daily flower & fruit basket | Free round trip airport transfer, etc. RMB2,188net for 3 Days 2 Nights, RMB2,688net for 4 Days 3 Nights, RMB3,188net for 5 Days 4 Nights. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717; E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn

The New Crowne Plaza Fudan Shanghai is Now Open!
To celebrate you are invited to stay with us in a Standard Room on a special rate of RMB 668+ 15% service charge. This offer is only for a limited time and includes 2 buffet breakfasts. Located just 15 minutes from the Bund opposite Fudan University this new modern hotel is close to all city amenities. Don't miss out of this great opportunity. Crowne Plaza Fudan is The Place To Meet. For Toll free reservations dial 800 430 4088 or email reservations@crowneplazafudan.com or visit www.crowneplaza.com

Upgrade Your Trip at Crowne Plaza Beijing
With its contemporary designed rooms, the new renovated Crowne Plaza Beijing directly located on Wangfujing Avenue, offering easy access to International business centers, vibrant shopping venues and an array of historical landmarks. Add only RMB 400 to upgrade to Executive Floor, enjoy the benefits of complimentary buffet breakfast, free Broadband Internet access & local calls, happy cocktail hour, late check out and many others. For reservation, dial China Toll Free Number 800 830 4088 or e-mail: reservation@crowneplazabj.com

Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya Family Package
Ocean Suite: RMB 4390 (5day4nights); Scenic View: RMB 2790 (5day4nihgts). Package inclusive of: Up to two breakfast per room daily | BBQ or Hot pot or Buffer dinner for two adults and one child | Free buffet breakfast for children under 12 (additional breakfast charge at RMB 88/ pax) | Welcome fruit upon check in | One extra bed free of charge | Two hours free for the Little Star Kids Club | One hour free tennis or pingpong (daytime) | Two hours free for bicycle rental | Late check out till 15:00. Remark: *The above room rates are inclusive of 15% service charge,subject to Rmb11 government tax per person per night. For reservations, please call: (86-898) 8856 5666 - 7152. Valid until 30 Oct 2006, exclusive of National Holiday during 30 Sep - 06 Oct.

Sheraton Sanya Resort Golfing Package
The Sheraton Sanya Resort Golfing Package offers outstanding discounts on all of your favorite golf courses on Hainan Island. Play world-class championship golf on emerald green fairways, designed by the world's greatest architects, ocean views, or incorporate with a visit to the Nanshan Temple - the choice is yours! Holiday with golf buddies or your family, either way you'll have the time of your life! When it comes to the best of Hainan Island, look no further than our Golf Package... it is everything you could possibly want in a package, plus more! A discerning golfer deserves the top courses, top accommodation, confirmed tee times and prepaid green and cart fees. You can do it all and more here at Sheraton Sanya Resort! For Full information please visit www.sheratonsanya.com or click here or Phone (86) (898) 8855 8236 or Toll-Free on 800 810 3088 or Email: sanya.sheraton@sheraton.com

Complimentary Summer Vacation for Kids
This summer, kids under 12 and accompanied by adult guests can enjoy our Family Summer Vacation Package with the following exclusive treatments: Complimentary buffet or kid's set menu at the Big Kitchen for every meal; Complimentary use of the resort's Kidz Paradise with all its recreational facilities, services and games; Free entrance ticket to Butterfly Valley and Shell Museum in Yalong Bay; Complimentary classes for kids: painting, swimming, tennis and dim sum making. Valid from June 15th to August 31st 2006. Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, Yalong Bay National Resort District, Sanya, Hainan. Tel: 0898-8858 8888 Toll Free: 800 820 0600, Email: sanya@hilton.com

Weekend Pampering at Presidential Plaza
Valid on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Superior Room: RMB 650.00 net including: Daily buffet breakfast for 2 persons in Garden Cafe | For only additional RMB 50 upgrade to Deluxe Room | Complimentary foot massage for 2 persons on arrival day | 50% discount for the third night room rate, minimum 2-nights stay | 50% discount on Internet | Complimentary use of KTV private room and 50% discounts on beverage consumption in the Presidential Club | 20% discount on Food & Beverage in Garden Cafe, Dynasty Jade Garden and Manhattan Grill | 10% discount on Beijing By Night Tour. Reservations required | Complimentary use of the hotel's swimming pool, fitness center and sauna | Complimentary local telephone call | Complimentary laundering of 2 shirts | Late check out time to 14:00. Website: www.presidentialplaza.com; Tel: (8610) 5858 5588; Fax: (8610) 6800 5888.

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Summer Interlude
From now till September 3rd, 2006. Experience the warm welcome from RMB1225* : Superior Room | Complimentary buffet breakfast | Late check-out until 03:00pm (subject to availability) | Complimentary daily newspaper | Complimentary in-room coffee and tea making facilities | Complimentary use of "Pulse Health Club" facilities and our top floor swimming pool overlooking the city. * Rate for single/double and subject to 15% service charge. For more information, please contact our Reservation Department: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.khblc@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com

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

Dining Out

Hokkaido Hairy Crab at Nadaman
This summer, Nadaman at Pudong Shangri-La features a prized delicacy not to be missed from 1 to 31 July 2006 - the Kegani (hairy crab) specially flown in from Hokkaido. Renowned for its sweetness, this seasonal crustacean is available lunch and dinner daily at RMB800 (per piece at 500grams each to be shared amongst 2-3 persons) +15% service charge. Pre-ordering is recommended. Available for lunch and dinner. For reservations / enquiries: (8621) 5888 3768.

Edible Fantasies at the JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
From now to August 31, 2006 JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai's Executive Pastry Chef Manfred Rindler brings a mouth-watering selection of ice creams and sherbets to the diners of Tomorrow Square. During the hottest months of the year, all of the fine dining venues at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai - Lobby Lounge, Marriott Cafe, Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant, JW's California Grill, JW's Lounge, poolside dining and in-room dining - will vend Manfred's eight unique concoctions (from RMB48* to RMB78*) as well as a selection of a dozen glaces. For more details call (8621) 5359 4969.

Presenting the Sweet Tastes of Europe!
A scrumptious variety of scones, cakes and finger sandwiches await with a free flow of coffee, juices and fragrant teas. Sure to make any afternoon a relaxing affair and strictly advised to be taken with live melodies from resident musicians.