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Rutgers International Executive MBA - Oct 18, 6pm
Do you recognize the need to refresh your leadership skills in today's constantly changing, fast-paced environment? Do you see the value in learning how to get what you want in order to succeed? If so, then join us on the evening of Oct 18th to learn more. 6pm. (8610) 8526 2528/29 ext 14 or email emba@rutgers.cn Still accepting applications for 2006/2007 class. www.rutgers.cn

Stand-up Comedy Rocks Beijing!
Laughs a-plenty hit the Northern Capital with ChopSchticks presented by The Comedy Tour on Saturday October 21st at RBL's icehouse in Wangfujing. Show starts at 9:00pm! Pat Sullivan who hails from Cleveland and has opened for Drew Carey and Robin Williams opens the show for comedy veteran Mike Donovan who's been featured on Showtime and regularly headlines the Tropicana in Vegas - this will be a solid show folks! Tickets: 250RMB at the door, 220RMB in advance up to Oct 19th. Call or SMS now 1342 623 5777 for ticket. More info on www.ChopSchticks.com

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Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Magic Golf Package
Tee of at Crowne Plaza Sanya with the only Magic Golf Package in Yalong Bay! Deluxe Room for only RMB 1288/night and up, maximum two daily breakfasts per room: 9-holes or 18-holes Green fee, Caddy fee, Cart fee (2 person/1 cart), Locker fee and insurance fee for one person | Free shuttle bus to and from the golf club. Free welcome drink | From 18-holes add to 36-holes of golf need to extra charge RMB 600/per person | If make magic golf package reservation, Pleas give at least 3 days notice at weekdays and 5 days at weekend days with full payment. Validity: May 08, 2006 to Dec 30, 2006. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn

Tee-off in Qingdao at Shangri-La Hotel
Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao is pleased to offer you the refined Golf Package to make golf more accessible and enjoyable. Single: 1,780RMB(Weekday), 1,880RMB(Weekend); Double: 2,380RMB(Weekday), 2,580RMB(Weekend). The packages are valid from May 1, 2006 to April 17, 2007. All rates are subject to 15% service charge. The package inclusions: One night stay in a Superior Room of Shangri-La Qingdao | Free entrance to hotel Health Club, using swimming pool, sauna and gym | Daily buffet breakfast at the Coffee Garden | Late check-out until 3:00pm | Round trip transfer between hotel and golf course | 18-hole green fees with caddy at Qingdao Huashan International Country Club. For reservations, please call (86 532) 8388 3838 ext. 6322 to 6325.

Great Rates at Crowne Plaza Fudan Shanghai
Crowne Plaza Fudan Shanghai is one of the newest editions of the Crowne Plaza family of hotels in China. Enjoy our special rate from RMB668+ for a Standard Room or try our new Crowne Plaza Club Room for only RMB1068+. This offer is valid for a limited time & includes 1 or 2 breakfasts. For Priority Club Members can book the Best Flexible Rate for 2 consecutive nights and will received a free upgrade to a Crowne Plaza Club Floor. All rates are subject to 15% service charge and availability. Located just 15 minutes from the Bund opposite Fudan University. Don't miss out this great opportunity. Crowne Plaza Fudan is The Place To Meet.For China Toll free reservations dial 800 430 4088 or email reservations@crowneplazafudan.com or visit www.crowneplaza.com

Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya Honeymoon Package RMB 3380 (4day3nights).
Benefits: 3-nights accommodation in Executive Deluxe Ocean View Room | Maximum two daily breakfast per room |BBQ or HOT POT or Buffet Dinner for two person | Welcome Fruit | Romantic arrangement set up in room on arrival day | Our Philippine Band (one love song only) | Free charge for internet | Free use bicycle for two hours | Free Sanya Airport pick up round way | Late check out till 15:00. Valid till 30 Oct 2006 (except from 30 Sep to 06 Oct). For reservations, please call: 86-898-8856 5666-7152.

Smart Trip with City Inn
The City Inn, a brand of budget hotels under the OCT International Hotel Management Co., Ltd, features naturalness, comfort, simplicity and contemporary design as well as speedy and amiable services. Try our new City Inn ZhuZiLin(Shenzhen) with a breakfast for only RMB200net.Or enjoy our special rate of RMB245/room night for standard room in City Inn Xinqiao(Shenzhen), City Inn Happy Valley(Shenzhen) and City Inn Window of the World(Shenzhen). The special rates are valid till Nov.8,2006. Dial our Central Reservation Office 400 830 9996, 400 630 9996 to make reservation or email reservations@octhotels.com or visit www.cityinn.com.cn.

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Executive Package
RMB 1688.00 per night for Executive Room + Airport Transfer. Valid on Fri/Sat/Sun from Sept 1 until February 28, 2007. Additional RMB300 for Mon-Thu. All rates are subject to 15% surcharge. Room is subject to availability. For more details regarding this package, pls click here. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522 / 5533; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com

Weekend Special at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Rates start from RMB 1,550 per night. Make yourself at home during your weekends and stay with us for your Fridays and Saturdays nights. Enjoy our legendary hospitality at a very special rate, plus receive a host of additional benefits and discounts. Benefits: Late check-out till 4:00 pm at no charge - Breakfast at additional RMB227.70 per person. This offer is valid from now till 31 December 2006. For reservations (8621) 6882 8888, fax (8621) 6882 0160 or reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com. Rates are subject to 15% Service Charge.

Autumn, Winter Promotion at The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen
Shenzhen only 5 star luxury all suites business hotel will offer 60% discount for all suites (RMB 920 + 15%) from 18 October to 31 December 2006. All suites are 48sq meters and above, complete with extra large bath and rainforest showers, 42 inch plasma television, complimentary broadband internet, "intelligent" air conditioning and double-glazed windows for perfcet peace and quite amid the bustling city are just some of the features to compliment your stay. For room bookings, please visit the website www.landmarkshenzhen.com or call reservations department at (0755) 8219 0033.

"Winter Rhythm" Special Rate at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing
Would you believe that you spend only RMB 418 to stay in a 5-star fine art hotel for one night? But it is true at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing for a limited time. From November 1st, 06 to February 15th, 07, you could enjoy our special rate for a Standard Room at RMB 418. The package includes one night stay in a Standard Room of Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing and one breakfast for one person at Garden Cafe. The rate is subject to 15% service charge and availability. Book now, please dial (8610) 5858 5691.

Dining Out

Russian Food Festival at Cafe Swiss
Cooperating with Swissotel Krasnye Holmy and Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Swissotel Beijing invites culinary team from Swissotel Moscow to present traditional Russian cuisine from 15th to 29th in October. Come and enjoy the sumptuous gala at Cafe Swiss in Swissotel Beijing! For Reservations: (8610) 6553 2288-2127.

Oktoberfest at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center
The original Oktoberfest is back! German beer, German food, German music, German showgirls! Go German! From October 12 to October 29, 2006, every day from 6:oo pm to 1:00am at Paulaner Brauhaus of Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. For information and reservations, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5732.

Chang Fu Gong Hotel Oct Special Offer
*Chinese restaurant: Yang Cheng lake crab, RMB128. 3 kind of family set menu (Saturday and Sunday) are ring RMB98 - RMB168(NETT). Several deluxe set menu are ranging RMB228 - RMB528. *Coffee shop: Weekday lunch buffet (Monday to Friday) RMB158+15%. Weekday dinner and Saturday/Sunday lunch & dinner buffet includes soft drink.RMB188+15%.*Sakura: 2 kinds of special Autumn set menu are priced RMB380 and RMB550. Lunch Two combination 50% off. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555.

Heavenly Happy Hour - Champagne Bar
Every Day 17:30 - 21:00. Buy 1 get 1 more free on all drinks (except bottles)! Bubbles for Babes. Every Thursday: from 21:00 till close. Ladies free for Van Gogh Designer Cocktails or Champagne Cocktails. For reservations and inquiries,please dial: (8610) 5911 9999-65.

Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing - Food & Beverage Highlights
Fishermen's Specialties @ Yue Feng Ge Chinese Restaurant - Hong Kong's history is rich with tales of fishermen. Their stories live on even today in fishing villages. Fishermen's cuisine originated from rustic docks, floating homes; passed down through the years like the legendary fishermen themselves. Savor our captivating dishes made with treasures from the sea this October. For reservations and inquiries, please dial (8610) 8498 2288 ext 6181.

Special Weekend Deal at Texan Bar & Grill
Texan Bar & Grill has the dining experience down to a science. The menu is as streamlined as they come. All prime rib dinners are served with salad. RMB228+15%, dinner only. October 1 - October 31 (Fridays & Saturdays only). For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1849.

Enjoy Tempting Chinese Delicacies at the Presidential Plaza Hotel
The discerning palate will be spoiled with exquisitely prepared tempting Chinese delicacies. A real feast for all Lovers of the Chinese Cuisine. October is the best time for crab. Enjoy our palatable crab menu, which will please all taste buds and keep you tantalized. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588.

Guangzhou Hotel Zhu Jiang Feng Food Promotion
Guangzhou Hotel is holding the Zhu Jiang Feng food promotion till the end of this year. It shows the feature of the Cantonese flavor - original, fancy, full-bodied, delicious. Place: Guangzhou Restaurant, the 2nd floor of Guangzhou Hotel. Tel: (8610) 5855 9988-2809.

Indo Chine at Atrium Cafe
Blending European style cooking with flavours from Indo Chine, Chef Soh brings you several creative dishes with unique tastes for your dining pleasure. Per person: RMB138.00 subject to 15% service charge For restaurant reservations call (8610) 6515 8855 - 2212.

Rumi Persian Grill
Rumi is crisply decorated with a strictly modern feel. Iranian cuisine prizes sour flavors such as pomegranate and sumac, a dried crushed sour red berry and green herbs. The menu here focuses on beef, lamb, chicken and fish kebabs. The chicken leg kebab is succulently tender and juicy, marinated in a mix of saffron and lemon juice. Vegetarians could make a hearty meal of humus, tomato and feta and vegetable salads. For dessert, try the delicate little baklava stuffed with cardamon and walnuts. Daily 11:30am - 11pm, Xiaoyun Road (opposite King's Garden Villas), Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8454 3838

HOT! Assorted Buffet Special At The Loft
Tasty food and reasonable price in a nice cozy atmosphere with musical entertainment; Order for above 5 persons get a bottle of complimentary fine wine. Lunch (11.30-14.00): RMB98 per person; Afternoon tea (14.00-17.00): RMB 48 per person; Dinner (18.00-22.00): RMB138 per person. Get RMB20 coupon for every RMB100 consumption during lunch; Get RMB30 coupon for every RMB150 order for dinner. TEL (8610) 6501 7501

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Travel Information

Air France Early Bird Fare - Only from RMB4750!
Only from RMB 4750*! Beijing or Shanghai to Europe** (round trip fare in Economy Class). Purchase date: until October 30th, 2006. Travel period: between November 1st, 2006 and March 31st, 2007 (last return date). Black-out period: from December 9th, 2006 until December 24th, 2006. For more information and booking, please call Air France at 4008 808 808, or visit www.airfrance.com.cn. *Fare valid for round trips only, excluding taxes. Booking on-line or through Air France Sales and Service Center. Other terms and conditions apply. **Destinations list upon request.

Kingdom Travel Service - Provide you Perfect Holidays!
Autumn Super valued Thailand Packages with THAI Royal Orchid Holidays - 4Days 3Nights Bangkok RMB3,600 p.p, Chiang Mai RMB3,960p.p, Krabi RMB4,460 p.p, Phuket RMB4,600p.p. Variety of Packages over Christmas & New Year Holidays to Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Bali, Vietnam, Cambodia ...etc. cross any budget from economical to luxurious. Check out these special offers from Kingdom Travel ASAP call (5870 3388), Fax (5870 0383) or mail to fit@kingdomtravel.com.cn. Welcome to visit our website: www.kingdomtravel.com.cn

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Sunshine 300: A Northern European Town In Beijing
Sunshine 300 is located at a hill foot in Huairou District. It not only features spacious ponds and dams, but also beautiful water themed buildings. Each of the 13 foreign style buildings here are surrounded by water, be it waterfalls or streams, which is a great luxury for the water-scant Beijing residents to enjoy. You can also harvest the great fruits here when you can in Autumn. RMB280 per night for standard room. RMB38000 per night for villa. TEL (8610) 5165 0066 ext. 201.

Special Air Ticket At Beijing Yule Aviation Company
Approved by CAAC and as a member of IATA, Beijing Yle Aviation Company is mainly engaged in providing discounted air tickets for both domestic and international lines. Currently we are providing special price air tickets for these lines: Beijing-Hong Kong (RMB1850 single trip, RMB2540 roundtrip); Beijing-Macao (RMB1900 single trip, RMB3200 roundtrip); Beijing-Bangkok (RMB2250 single trip, RMB3500 roundtrip), Beijing-Tokyo (RMB2100 single trip, RMB4090 round trip). For more special tickets, please call us at (8610) 5166 3694

China Railway Travel Agency
Backed by the railway department, China Railway Travel Agency is mainly involved in developing international and domestic travel routes, inviting and receiving domestic and international tourists, hosting conferences and business exploration and selling air ticket, train ticket and offering Chinese citizen outbound travel service. Our highly qualified tour guides who speak a lot of foreign languages can ensure you a trouble-free trip. Address: 118-2, Lianhuachi East Road, Fengtai District TEL (8610) 6396 5099


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Education

The Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Studying Easier
Spececail rate class in afternoons, 14:00-16:00, Mon. to Fri, rmb 1000/person; Regular beginner class in daytime and evenings start on 8th Nov. 2006. For more information please feel free to call at 010-64131547/48 or mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn

Learn Chinese Language and Culture!
Beijing FESCO International Teaching Center, as the earliest government designated training organization, has acquired ISO9001 Certification, and offers customized group or individual Mandarin classes of different levels. We are an authorized HSK Testing Center with over 400 qualified teachers, training you on Business Chinese, offering Seminars and courses on traditional Chinese cultural subjects: Taiji, Calligraphy, Fengshui, and etc. Teacher positions for Native speakers are available! Please mail to mandarin@fesco.com.cn

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Health & Fitness

Qiji Kongjian Fitness Club
Our services include private coach service, group body mechanics courses, oxygen appliances, nutrition goods selling etc. We offer free body checkup for new members and four to five body mechanics courses for regular members each day. Annual membership card: RMB1668; Quarterly membership card: RMB576. Adress: 5F, No. 7 Building Weibo Homeland, 1 Weigongcun, Haidian District TEL (8610) 010-88579066

Classic Package Services Offered By Huajie Junshi Men's Club
Our classic package service including RMB180 for showering + facial cleansing + whole body cutin removal + back care with aroma + scraping; RMB260 for showering + prostate caring + brain pressure release + leg relaxation. Featured services are kidney caring, prostate caring, SPA and stomach caring which are also available at discounted prices. Free tea and coffee on offer. Address: C6-211 Yingte Apartment, Xibahe, North Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District. Hotline: (8610) 6447 7075

Bai Zi Girls' Fitness Center
Set up in 1999, we have grown into a large scale and reputed beauty chain in Beijing with three direct run stores each at around 300 square meters. All the beauty products here are top class ones introduced from abroad to ensure the effectiveness of skin caring and body toning. Address: Room 303, No. 3 Building, Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8580 6682

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