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Screens are very decorative and strikingly different from their
Japanese and Chinese counterparts. ... Various Large Rectangular
Wooden Chinese Panel(s) brightly painted - This exact item may
not be available however with your approval we will find the
closest match for you. We also carry numerous wall hangings,
screens and paintings to add a nice Asian flavor to ones home.
Also with one of the largest selections of Chinese sideboards,
we have recently added numerous Mongolian and Tibetan antique
furniture...
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 Winter
Warmth From Only CNY920 Per Room Nightly at Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Terms & Conditions: 1. Room rate for Deluxe room
during weekend from CNY920 per room nightly and weekday from
CNY950 per room nightly. 2. A minimum of three-night stay is
required to qualify for weekend special rates. 3. Rooms and
rates are subject to availability. 4. Rates are valid from December
1, 2006 to February 28, 2007. 5. Advance reservation is required.
Please quote rate code "APPRO1" for weekend rate and
"APPRO3" for weekday rates. Call 800 810 3088 (in
China) or (86 10) 6590 5566 ext 2257 for reservations. Limited
rooms available for this promotion. Book Now! Book online at
Sheraton.com/Beijing
and enjoy the Best Rates. Guaranteed. If you find lower online
rate anywhere else, we will match the rate and provide you with
additional 10% discount or 2,000 Starpoints.
Flowing "Forbidden City in Yalong Bay" - Magic
Christmas at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Deluxe Room only for RMB 1388 and up. Let's
take an unforgettable journey into the magical spirit of Christmas!
We offer you a Grand Party with: Sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner
Buffet, flow of house wine and beer, orange juice and soft drinks
| Great Chinese traditional entertainment shows | Amazing lucky
draw Prize. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717.
Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88
40 888 (mobile) E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com.
Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn
 Fabulous
Festive Escape at China World Hotel, Beijing
Deluxe Room: RMB1080; Horizon Club Deluxe Room*: RMB1180;
Premier Room*: RMB1580. *includes exclusive privileges: access
to Horizon Club Lounge, with 24-hour private butler service,
complimentary evening cocktails, all-day refreshments, express
check-in and check-out. Terms and Conditions: Room rates subject
to 15% surcharge per room per night. | Rooms valid for single/double
occupancy. | Rooms subject to availability at time of reservation.
| Package valid from 15th December 2006 until 15th January 2007
(inclusive). Tel: (8610) 6505-8885 or email: reservations.cwh@shangri-la.com.
Or, get a complimentary upgrade to the next room category by
booking online via www.shangri-la.com
and mentioning "upgrade" in your correspondence
 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
 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
 TianLun
International Hotel Christmas & New Year Celebration Room
Special
December 22-24, 2006:RMB468 nett/room/night | December
25, 2006: RMB508 nett/room/night | December 30, 2006-January
2, 2007: RMB428 nett/room/night. Privileges: * Complimentary
breakfast buffet for one, RMB65/person requested upon check-in;
* Free broadband Internet in all guest rooms; * Free coffee
and tea in all guest rooms; * Free use of hotel gymnasium and
sauna; * Free parking. Terms & Conditions: * Room reservation
is subject to Hotel's availability. * Should a dispute arise,
TianLun International Hotel reserves the right to arbitrate
the final decision. Tel: 020-9-8393 6388: Fax: 020-3882 4587;
E-mail: sales@tianlun-hotel.com;
Website: www.tianlun-hotel.com
 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
 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.
 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.
 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.
"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.
 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
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Sea Christmas at Central Garden Hotel on December 24, 2006
The Beijing Aquarium and Central Garden Hotel present
"Carnival on Water, Celebrate Christmas"! The Christmas
and holiday season is upon us and you can now spend an unforgettable
night with your family and friends! The event highlights Central
Garden Hotel's four-star dining experience, live band, Christmas
choir, wonderful sea animal performance, exotic dances and surprising
prizes. It will be an unforgettable event! Time: 18:00-22:30.
Adult Ticket: RMB888 per person. Student Ticket: RMB588 (above
1.4 meter). For more info or reservations, please contact (8610)
5156 8888 ext.191/158 and (8610) 5152 7828.
 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
 Christmas
& New Year's Buffet
The specially designed buffet includes the best cuisine with menus
featuring highlights of festival specialties from all over the
world. Evergreen Cafe also invited foreign bands to perform "Live
Christmas Carols" during the evening time. We are giving
away fantastic discounts and free amenities at specified buffet
time. Come over and check it out. Duration: December 1st - 29th
(except 24th), 2006. Time: Lunch: 12:00 noon - 14:00 pm; Dinner:
18:00 pm - 21:00 pm. Price: RMB 138 plus 15 percent service charge.
Venue: Evergreen Cafe of L3, Central Plaza, Landmark Towers. Tel:
(8610) 6590 6688 ext. 5255.
 Enjoy
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
 Christmas
Eve Gala Dinner on December 24 at Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
For a great Christmas night out, why not give our Christmas Eve
Dinner Party a try? Sumptuous meal, great entertainment and lucky
draw prizes such as laptop and Ipod mp3 to take home, together
with Santa Claus' annual visit will make this Christmas a time
to remember! Adult: RMB1188 and RMB1088 including wine, beer and
soft drinks; Child: RMB600 - 4-12 years old. Patio Restaurant.
Tel: (8610) 6437 6688.
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.
 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.
 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.
 Finding
Santa
Sunday, 24th December 2006, Christmas Eve from 6pm onwards,
let's explores a different way of Christmas Celebration at Swissôtel
Beijing Grand Ballroom. We present creative modern cuisine served
in a fancy way, feel like being in space. Moreover, all guests
participate in our lucky draw. Finding Santa... on a stop over
from his space journey. Price: RMB 1588.00 net per person. For
reservations or detailed information: (8610) 6553 2288 - 1588,
cateringsales.beijing@swissotel.com
 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
An
Eastern Christmas Eve
Join China's premier women's lifestyle site, www.singlelady.cn,
for an elegant Christmas Eve celebration. Enjoy award-winning
Mongolian music and performances, fine food and wine, activities,
and prizes. Relax and while away the final hours before the holiday
in a warm setting and unique company. Participation is limited,
please register online to guarantee your space and for discounted
tickets. Time: December 22, 2006; 8:30 pm - 12:30 am. Where: Beijing
Yuanchao Restaurant, 8 Dongfangguan Hutong, Di'anmen West Street,
Xicheng District, Restaurant phone: (8610) 6615 7481. Online registration:
http://www.singlelady.cn.
For registration and information: (8610) 8256 2119. Fee: At the
door, 398 rmb/person (food included). For groups of 10 or more
pre-registered members of www.singlelady.cn,
paid in advance: 230 rmb/person (food included). For groups of
10 or more pre-registered, paid on site: 260 rmb/person (food
included). Individuals, pre-registered and paid in advance: 260
rmb/person (food included). Individuals, pre-registered, paid
at the door: 280 rmb/person (food included). Dress Code: Smart,
elegant, unique
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
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 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 Various Chinese New year Holiday Packages!
Royal Orchid Holidays Thailand Packages: Super Value
Package (18-24Feb) Phuket RMB6,810 p.p, Koh Samui- RMB7,340
p.p. Central Vietnam Beach Package (16-23Feb/18-25Feb) Only
RMB7,360 p.p staying at Victoria Hoi An with Guarantee spaces!
More packages available to visit our website: www.kingdomtravel.com.cn
Or contact our experienced travel consultant at (8610) 5870
3388, Fax (8610) 5870 0383 or fit@kingdomtravel.com.cn
 Buy
your ticket today and get a Christmas gift!
The ski season is fast approaching! If you're already
planning a trip to Whistler, Lake Louise or Toronto, purchase
your Air Canada ticket to save more. Starting December 4, 2006,
enjoy our Beijing/Shanghai to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton,
Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal special offers, and receive an
Air Canada Christmas gift when you purchase your ticket at Air
Canada Beijing office. Hurry and book today! For more information,
please contact Air Canada Beijing/Shanghai office or visit www.aircanada.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
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