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Self Driving Package at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Premier Room(King bed)3 Days 2 Nights at RMB
2,388/ 4 Days 3 Nights at RMB 3, 588 / 5 Days 4 Nights at RMB
4, 588, Including: daily breakfasts for two | complementary
Self Driving during the stay | daily fruits basket | daily welcome
drink | Late check out till 16:00/ use of GYM and Swimming Pool
for free | use of in-room DVD player and broad band internet
access for free. Special offer of 4 Days 3 Nights Package: complementary
RMB 336 worth of Nan Tian Hot Spring tickets for two. Valid
till March 31, 2007, invalid during public holidays. For booking
and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com.
Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn.
Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88
40 888 (mobile).
 Kempinski
Resort & Spa is Opening in January 2007
The Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya is nestled on
a soft white sandy beach located on the most southern tip of
China. Spanning 51.6 hectares of lush tropical greenery and
palm trees, the resort is a perfect getaway from the bustling
city life. Spectacular views of the sea are yours to relish
in the comfort of your own room with private balcony and tub
to relax. Indulge in a wide range of spa and wellness facilities
or a game of golf nearby. Here, you can choose to relax and
do nothing or simply everything... For Sales, Marketing &
Catering enquiries: sales.sanya@kempinski.com;
For Rooms Reservation Enquiries: reservation.sanya@kempinski.com.
Internet: www.kempinski-sanya.com
 The
Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen is Now Open
390 guest rooms and suites that exude refined luxury. Innovative
dining and entertainment options. Chic Wellness Center. Comprehensive
meeting and banquet facilities. Impeccable personal service.
For information and reservations please call (86755) 8888 8888
Fax: (86755) 8612 3999; Email: reservations.shenzhen@kempinski.com;
Web site: www.kempinski-shenzhen.com
 The
Fraser Experience Now in Shekou
Conveniently located in Shekou, there are various restaurants,
Bars, international schools, and supermarkets within walking
distance | Spacious apartments ranging from 60sqm - 340sqm with
apartment features and facilities | 24 hours reception and security
with daily housekeeping service | The only 'LEED NC SILVER'
certificate winner in China issued by U.S green building council
| Flexible leasing terms from daily to long term. Tel: (0755)
2688 3333; address: No.8 Nanhai Road, Shekou, Shenzhen; Email:
Sales.shenzhenshekou@fraserhospitality.com;
Website: www.fraserhospitality.com
 Hilton
Sanya Resort & Spa Charity Concert on Beach
Live performance by pianist Mr. Kong Xiang-Dong and
musician Mr. Li Quan. 26 December, 2006; 8:30pm - 10:00pm. Hilton
Beach, Yalong Bay, Sanya. RMB200 admission for charity; free
admission for Hilton in-house guests. For more information,
please call +86 898 8858 8888 for Reservation Department.
 A
Masterpiece of a Smart Idea Changing the Way You Stay
Express by Holiday Inn offers a fresh, comfortable
and uncomplicated accommodation choice to travelers who value
time and money. Express Start Breakfast, Senses Tea, Smart Connect
and Simply Fresh Bathroom makes hotels a "smart idea"
for your next visits to the cities. For reservations: 400 889
7737, www.expressbyholidayinn.com.cn.
Opening Offer*: Express by Holiday Inn Putuo Shanghai - RMB368net
| Express by Holiday Inn Shangdi Beijing - RMB398net | Express
by Holiday Inn Dalian - RMB298net | Express by Holiday Inn Airport
Industrial Park Tianjin - RMB298net. *Valid: from opening date
to end of Feb 28, 2007. *Including breakfast up to 2 persons
and internet access *Rates subject to availability.
 Sheraton
Sanya Resort Golfing Package
The Sheraton Sanya Resort Golfing Package offers outstanding
discounts on all of your favorite golf courses on Hainan Island...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. 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
 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 RMB688+ for a Standard Room or try our new Crowne
Plaza Club Room for only RMB1088+. 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
 Special
Room Rate of 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 Qinghui Shunde for
only RMB178. Or enjoy our special rate of RMB200/room night
for standard room in City Inn ZhuZiLin, City Inn Exhibition
Center. 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 October 18,
2006 until February 28, 2007. 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 perfect 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 15th, 06 to February 28th, 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.
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Christmas Eve at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing
*Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A
Gala Christmas buffet, presented by our talented chefs, with traditional
Christmas dishes cooked right before your eyes. RMB 588 net per
person (Children from 4 to 12 years, 50% discount) *Christmas
Eve Dinner, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. RMB 688 net per person (Children
from 4 to 12 years, 50% discount) *Christmas Eve Dinner, 6:00
pm to 10:00 pm. RMB 888 net per person (Children from 4 to 12
years, 50% discount). Ticket hotline: (8610) 5858 5588 ext 8430;
mailto:christmas@presidentialplaza.com
 The
Lido Charity Christmas Market
The Lido Christmas market is an open-air market during
the weekends of December. The market offers exceptional shopping
opportunities including selection of Christmas decorations, Christmas
goodies and holiday delicacies. 14:00-19:00; Fridays, Saturdays
and Sundays of December. Fountain Piazza. Tel: (8610) 6437 6688
- 2800.
Christmas
Eve Dinner at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Jade Grand Ballroom
A scrumptious buffet of festive favourites with a complete entertainment
programme including magic shows, toys, music by our resident band,
and of course Santa Claus. Plus plenty of party novelties and
a lucky draw with wonderful prizes. The evening will begin at
6:00 and at 6:30 pm, our entertainment program will kick in. Tickets
are available at Rmb1788 net and Rmb2188 net per person including
free flow of Kempinski sparkling wine, local beer and wine, soft
drinks and door gift. For further information and table reservations,
please call our reservation hotline at (8610) 6465 3388 extension
4075, or visit our festive Christmas Gingerbread House in the
lobby.
 Crowne
Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing Presents a Jolly, BOLLY Christmas
Party
A twink of Bollywood this Christmas Eve! An explosive
and exhilarating Christmas Eve party is guaranteed this Christmas
eve at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing. *Crowne Ballroom
- 24 December, 2006, 18:00-23:30. Bollywood Christmas Eve Gala
Dinner. CNY 1888 net per person; CNY 1688 net per person. Lucky
Draws. *Cafe Asia - 24 December, 2005, 18:00-23:30. Christmas
Eve Buffet Dinner. CNY 1088 net per person; CNY 888 net per person.
Lucky Draws. *Brazilian Churrascos - 24 December, 2005, 18:00-23:30.
Swinging Samba Churrascos BBQ Dinner. CNY 468 net per person.
For further enquires, please dial (8610) 8498 2288 Ext. 7126.
 Christmas
Party with Godfather
The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing is "Making you an offer
you can't refuse" for this action packed evening. Section
A - CNY2,388+,Section B - CNY1,988+,Prices include food, a glass
of gluhwein, house wine, coffee or tea. Please call 6590 5566
ext. 2132 for tickets and more information. www.sheraton.com/beijing
 Magical
Christmas @ Crowne Plaza Bejing
Gala Dinner Tickets: from RMB 888 to 1588. Let yourself,
your family and friends take an unforgettable journey into the
magical spririt of Christmas! We offer you a Grand Party with:
Sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner Buffet: Savor roast suckling pig,
roast turkey, prime rib and shark's fin soup or indulge yourself
in our fresh seafood selections including baby lobster, sashimi
and prawns | Free flow of house wine and beer, orange juice and
soft drinks | Great entertainment shows | Amazing lucky draw Prize.
10% discount offered for the booking before December 10th 2006.
Buy 10 tickets and get 1 more free! For tickets and information
call: (8610) 5911 9488.
 Christmas
at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
*Christmas Eve (Sunday, 24thDecember 2006) - The First
Lounge Bar: Enjoy the season's winter treats that include gluhwein,
mince pies, Christmas chocolates and wines. Time: 10:00am on Christmas
Eve to 01:00am of Christmas day. Christmas Eve Buffet at bloo
dining - Time: December 24th, 2006 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm; Price:
RMB488 per adult; RMB228 per child. *Christmas Day (Monday, 25th
December 2006) - Christmas Brunch with Santa at bloo dining. Time:
11:00am to 2:30pm; Price: RMB108 per person. For reservations
or further information, please call: (8610) 8522 1999- 5332/3621/3607.
All prices are subject to 15% service charge.
 Christmas
Party is Blinking in the Chang Fu Gong Hotel!
"Trip to North Europe" is the theme of our
Christmas party this year. The banquet hall will be fully decorated
with the North Europe landscape and Finnish wooden church and
the special cooked Christmas dinner buffet will be served in Chinese,
Japanese and Western style. The lucky lottery will bring you more
enjoyment and more fortune of next year. VIP seat: RMB 1,688 per
person (delicate appetizer is offered); Ordinary seat: RMB 1,288
per person; Children seat: RMB 788 per child (only for children
below 1.3m in height). Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555.
 2006
A Fun Ti Wine & BBQ Festival - Eating & Drinking Hero
Competition Meeting
In this cold season, come to join A Fun Ti Wine &
BBQ Festival! Time: From 15th, Nov., till 15th, Dec., 2006 (Start
from 6:00Pm every evening); Place: A Fun Ti Carnival; Menu: Ala
Carte or Set Menu; Special Offer: Oder any kinds of Set Menu and
you can enjoy free Xinjiang Spirit; Live Performance:New dancers
& programmes by A Fun Ti Song & Dance Troupe; Events:
Offers more than 30 kinds of Xinjiang Wine, Beer & Spirit,
Live working roast whole lamb, interesting eating & drinking
games and lucky draw...You will find lots of Fun here... For more
info or reservation: (8610) 6527 2288 / 6525 1071.
 A
Jewel Christmas Fantasy at Raffles Beijing Hotel on 24 December
from 6:30PM
Celebrate this Christmas Eve with your family and friends
at our Jewel Ballroom and win some attractive grand prizes while
enjoying live entertainment in the glamorous setting with irresistible
import seafood like... French Oysters, New Zealand Abalone, Poached
Lobster, Langouste, Live Crabs, Beluga Caviar on Blinis and many
more.. with free flow of wines, beer and soft drinks at RMB1,888
net per person only. For reservations, please call (8610) 8500
4225.
 Enjoy
a Great Christmas at Gloria Plaza Hotel Beijing
Capture the spirit of Christmas and indulge in our extensive
festive dinner in Atrium Cafe, Sports City Cafe and Sampan Seafood
Restaurant with family and friends. It is a time of goodwill,
generosity and extravagance and what better way to celebrate than
indulging in our festive gift options at our Gingerbread House.
For reservation and more details, please call (8610) 6515 8855.
 Mediterranean
Buffet (27th November-17th December 2006)
Swissotel Beijing culinary team created a Special Buffet
Menu presenting the best of Mediterranean specials influenced
by the Italian, French, Spanish and Greek Cuisine from at Cafe
Swiss. RMB 158.00+15% surcharge per person. For reservations or
detailed information: (8610) 6553 2288-2127.
 Christmas
Eve - December, 24th 2006
A silver winter, Sounds of nature, Santa Claus from
the heaven, A unique Christmas Eve is coming for you... Time:
18:00-23:00; Tel: (8610) 5813 9988. Website: http://www.hotelorientalbay.com
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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to Scandinavianize! Win a round trip to Scandinavia!
*Time to Scandinavianize! Win a round trip to Scandinavia!
For more infomation, please click
here...**China to Europe return only RMB 5,100. Buy an Economy
return ticket from China to Europe before December 31 and enjoy
the special rate of RMB 5,100 (tax and surcharges apply). Book
your ticket now: SAS Beijing (8610) 8527 6100, SAS Shanghai
(8621) 5228 5001.
 Lufthansa
Winter Special - Exciting Offers to Europe @ CNY4,680!
Lufthansa's Winter Special lets you fulfill your dream
holiday, with a wide selection of European cities for a truly
European winter experience! From 7 November until end of December
2006, you can book an Economy Class roundtrip ticket from Beijing
or Shanghai to selected destinations in Europe traveling before
31 March 2007, for a special price of CNY 4,680*. Each week
six different European destinations are offered, allowing you
to explore individual cities on the continent at a very special
fare. Visit www.lufthansa.com.cn
to book online now! Offer is subject to availability. Other
restrictions apply.
 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
 YPHH
Travel
YPHH Travel, just about the best thing you can ever
experience, experienced based China Travel and World Travel
information from people who have done it. Regular updates and
new travel info! http://www.yphh.com/travel.htm
 Do
you love SNOW?
Do you love SNOW? Check out: www.beijingsnow.com
Hot
Springs in Beijing!
Wen Du Shui Cheng is a top leisure oriented resort
that combines conference, hot spring health preservation and
on-water entertainment. The health preservation area here is
very unique in that it makes you feel like you are relaxing
in a tropical forest. The resort features Dai minority style
decoration. RMB198 per person for hotspring health preservation.
RMB168 per person for Water Space fun. RMB298 package price
includes both items. Discount available right now, for details
call (8610) 8178 8888
Special
Airfare from Beijing Baisheng Aviation Service Company
Beijing Baisheng Aviation Service Company is a professional
dealer of domestic and international air tickets, special air
tickets and student international air tickets. Online reservation
is available. Special offers for December include: RMB2666 for
flying from Shanghai to New York, RMB8200 for roundtrip from
Beijing to St. Paul, RMB5200 for round trip from Beijing to
Madrid, RMB5100 round trip from Beijing to New York. For more
quotes, please contact (8610) 6566 2812.
Go
For A Tropical Christmas In Singapore
The long awaited Christmas is here! Want to have an
extraordinary Christmas this year? Come to Singapore. From now
until January 2, 2007, Singapore's "Christmas in the Tropics
Light-Up" will show you a beautiful Lion City. Apart from
the beautiful night scenery, you can also join the cheerful
Christmas atmosphere by taking the free HiPPO Bus touring around
the city. Plus, 18 international renowned luxury brands are
offering their Christmas package to tourists. Contact your favored
travel agency for details.
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