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or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to sendfunnypics@xianzai.com
with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!". We'll
post the best pics here each week!
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Antique Furniture |
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 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/
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 Hotel Deals |
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Crowne Plaza Sanya
RMB 1788 per night for Lagoon Room, including
15% service charge and enjoy two breakfast for free,
complimentary use of GYM, enjoy private swimming pool
and the largest and comfortable room, experience the
best holiday! 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.cpsanya.com
 Kempinski
Resort & Spa Opening Special Offer
Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya Opening Special offer
from 15 Jan to 31 Mar, 2007, starts from RMB 1068. *The
rate is inclusive of daily deluxe buffet breakfast,subject
to RMB 11/night/pax government tax. * The rate is not
applicable during public holidays. Tel: (0898) 3889
8888; Website: www.kempinski-sanya.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
 New
Weekend Special at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Rates start from RMB 1,550 per night with
more benefits in 2007! Make yourself at home during
your weekends in Shanghai and stay with us for your
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays nights. Enjoy our legendary
hospitality at a very special rate, plus receive a host
of additional benefits and discounts. Benefits: daily
breakfast at Yi Cafe, complimentary Broadband Internet
access and 10% discount off F&B outlets excluding
Fook Lam Moon, Gourmet and Room Service. For inquiries
and direct reservations (8621) 6882 8888 or email reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com.
Rates are subject to 15% Service Charge. This offer
is valid from now till 28 February 2007.
 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
 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!
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 Travel Information |
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Come
To Travel With China Travel Service Guangzhou
Six-day trip by air in Kunming, Dali, Lijiang,
Price: RMB1920; Four-day trip by air in Hainan, Price:
RMB1300; Five-day classic trip by air in Beijing, Price:
RMB1560. Address: 2nd Floor, Longkoumingzhu Hotel, No.91,
Longkouxi, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8600
0588
Li Xiang Park
Located in the centre of Nanshan District,
Shenzhen, Li Xiang is a good choice for citizens or
tourists to enjoy their leisure time. There are all
kinds of plants and flowers, among which the litchi
takes the biggest proportion. Amusement tools and equipments
are available here, catering to the needs of people
at different ages. A wonderful environment for relax
and entertainment. Address: Central area oF Nanshan
District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 2656 6933
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 Dining Out |
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|  Tea
for Taste at Crowne Plaza Shenzhen
This winter, you can find a cozy place in Crowne
Plaza Shenzhen to enjoy a warm cup of tea with your friends
or family. 7 different flavored teas to go with choices
of cakes. Mint tea with red wine cinnamon pear cake; Jasmin
tea plus Jasmin Date Cake or Camomille goes with ricotta
cheese rum cake, you may choose different sets according
to your mood of the day. This January and February, the
coldest period in Shenzhen, "Tea for Taste"
promotion will warm you up with RMB 50/set (plus 15% service
charge) only. Tel: (86 755) 26936888 Ext 8722; E-mail:
melody.xu@cpsz.com
 Lavish
Buffet With A Twist at InterContinental Shenzhen Mercado
During the festive season, enjoy lavish buffet
presentations with a twist of Chinese and Spanish. Lunch
at RMB178 and Dinner at RMB208 per person. Celebrate romance
with Valentine's dinner from RMB699 per couple. Rates
are subject to 15% service charge. For dining reservations,
please email mercado@icshenzhen.com;
Tel: (86 755) 3399 3388 ext. 8531; website: shenzhen.intercontinental.com
 Romantic
Valentines Day at Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen
February, the month of wine and roses... During
this time we would like to give you the most memorable
Valentines Day for your true love! A limousine at your
disposal throughout your stay, luxurious Presidential
Suite accommodation adorned with roses, and an unforgettable
romantic dinner for two specially created for you. Enjoy
fine Champagne served 'on the Rock', i.e. a glittering
1 carat diamond as a gift from you to your love one as
a once in a lifetime memory! All this and more romantic
treats for just RMB88,888 all inclusive. For reservation
or more information, please call (86 755)8888 8888.
The Only Banquet in Yalong Bay - New Year Gala
Dinner at Crowne Plaza Sanya
RMB 550. Let's take an unforgettable journey
into the magical spirit of New Year! We offer you a Grand
Party with: Sumptuous New Year Buffet, A Gala performance
and Great Chinese traditional entertainment shows, special
gift, "RMB 100 Carnival Coupon", "RMB 100
Coupon of La Floret Shopping Village"...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.cpsanya.com
 Enjoy
a Love Banquet at the Pavilion Hotel
A captivating and intimate atmosphere with elegance
all around that puts a feeling of love and romance in
the air... music, a beautiful display of the finest cuisine,
fine wine- and all yours to be tasted, experienced, shared.
*Cafe Pavilion, 1/F, The Pavilion - Valentine's Day Dinner
Buffet *Fusion Cafe, 1/F, The Pavilion Century Tower -
"Crystal Love" Valentine's Dinner *The Orchard,
3&4/F, The Pavilion - Saint Valentine's Special Dinner
*Gold Rush Bar, 2/F, The Pavilion - Crazy Valentine's
Night. Time: February 14th , 2007. Add: 4002 Huaqiang
Road North, Shenzhen, China 518028; Tel: (86755) 8207
8888. Fax: (86755) 8207 5555; Email: info@pavilionhotel.com;
Website: www.pavilionhotel.com
Shenzhen
The Terrace
Bar and Restaurant, outdoor seating available, live music,
good Thai food. 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square,
Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105
Gaucho
Brazillian Barbecue
Good Brazillian grill. GF Taizi Hotel, Taizi Rd., Shekou.
TEL (86755) 2667 6608
Trattoria
Italiana Da Angelo
No. G12, Taizi Plaza, Taizi, Rd. Shekou Shenzhen (Across
from Roma's) TEL (86755) 2682 5927
Q
Cafe
1F, 999 Royal Suites and Towers, 1001 East Shennan Rd.,
Luohu District. TEL (86755) 2513 0999
Guangzhou
Toro Toro
Mediterranean food. 102 Tianshe Liu Lu. TEL (8620) 8371
0259
Little
Italy
Huanshi Dong Rd. 17 Tian Sheng Rd. TEL (8620) 8350 0556
Karma
at the Curry Pot
GF 132 Dong Feng Xi Rd. TEL (8620) 8136 0128
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Health & Fitness |
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Shenzhen
Avana Spa
Looking for a very personal gift? One that shows how
thoughtful you are? How about Avana Spa's gift certificates?
Nothing could be more special and personal. Avana Spa
is a first class, Southeast Asian tropical theme spa,
located at the GF Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou,
Shenzhen. For details, contact (86755) 2681 9040, email
avanaspashekou@gmail.com.
Or visit www.szavana.com
Aerobics
Lesson
Four days a week (M, T, TH, F). RMB50 per class. Jingshan
Gym. Contact Julie at 138 2350 7671 for time details.
Yoga Classes
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Private home lessons
are also available. For details, please contact Amy
at 138 02295479.
Maillen Club
Relax and Recharge package at RMB999net/room/night includes
welcome drink and breakfast for two, plus 1 hour spa
treatment at Avana for two. Maillen club is locate at
1Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For more details, contact
maillenclub@126.com
or (86755) 2668 7777.
Sunhope Health
Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District.
TEL (86755) 2693 8198
Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons
Every Monday and Wednesday. Fee of RMB250 (members)
and RMB400 (non-members) for eight classes. Luhu Golf
Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at (8620)
8350 7777 ext 389.
Total Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. TEL
(8620) 8372 9977
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Property/Real Estate |
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| One-bedroom
Apartment For Rent
Single-bedoom apartment in Tian He District for
rent. Covering an area of 45sqm, with one hall, one bathroom
and one kitchen. Located at the third floor. Equipped with
TV, telephone, water heater, air-consitioner, washing machines,
refrigerator and furniture. Convenient traffic and nice
environemnt around. Rent: RMB1200 per month. TEL (8620)
3147 1267
Share
Flat In Tian He District
Australian girl has a room for rent in Tianhe
District. The environment around the building is fine and
safe. The flat is in good condition, across the road from
the gym and 15 minutes walk to Supermarket. Rent: $150.
Address: 88 Tian He Bei Road TEL (86) 13925144908 |
 Relocations |
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Shenzhen
Shun Fa Fa Relocation Service
As one of the oldest relocation services in
Shenzhen, Shun Fa Fa dedicated to providing professional
and skillful relocating service for both individuals
and enterprises. We have participated in the relocation
projects of various municipal governmental programmes.
The main operations we run include house move, office
relocation, material delivery, transportation of both
short and long distance, etc. Address: 2nd Floor, No.186
Tianmianxincun, Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86755)
8392 4643
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International
Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial,
Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping,
Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration
Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash
flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre
Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process
review, Information Management Business Management: Merger
& Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy,
Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions &
Divestitures..www.lehmanbrown.com
Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270; Shanghai
Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636; Hong Kong
Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649; Shenzhen Tel:
+86-755 8367-1598 Fax: +86-755 8367-1698; E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com,
hongkong@lehmanbrown.com,
shenzhen@lehmanbrown.com
Shenzhen
Pu Tian Accounting Office
Pu Tian is a professional accounting firm which
provides management consulting services for clients. We
have several professional accountants and counselors who
are skillful in managing the setup, fund raise or deduce,
stock transfer and change of enterprises, establishing
financial systems and inner controal system for companies.
We also provide audit, capital check and evaluting services
and so on. Address: Room 16i, Lily Hotel and Building,
Shenhui Road, Longgang District, Shenzhen TEL (86755)
2872 1884
Guangzhou
Yiska Translation Service
As a famous and professional translation company
in Guangzhou, Yiska is welcomed in the translation industry
due to its high quality services and professional spirits.
We provide a lingual platform for multiple languages and
translation work crossings fields. The translators and
interpreters here are experienced and professional, providing
you with high efficient and fine quality translation services.
Address: RM2F, LiYu, Eastern Place, No.787, Dongfeng Road
East, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8734 1881 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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| Guangdong
Jing Du Apparel Fair
November 20 - March 15, Liuhua Complex Chinese Export
Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call
(8620) 3622 2220 or 3622 2221 |
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|  ShenzhenParty.com
Socialize: Nightlife, Restaurants, Housing, Jobs, Community.
From networking to DJ events find out where
the Shenzhen community hangs out or find your next apartment
or job. visit ShenzhenParty.com
or email xianzai@shenzhenparty.com
for more info.
Shenzhen
3D Bar (Beer Bar)
Multibeer place, featuring over 50 different foreign beers.
Block B, Bar Street, Citic Plaza, 1093 Shennan Central
Road. TEL (86755) 2598 6011
The
Terrace
Live band every night, 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld
Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105
Soho
Night Club
Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca &
X-TA-SEA Bar). TEL (86755) 2669 0148, 2669 2148
Guangzhou
Backstreet Jazz Restaurant and Bar
Guangdong Art Museum, East Gate, Ersha Island. TEL (8620)
8735 3960
Fox
Club
Nice ambience, hip atmosphere. 376 Changdi Da Ma Rd. TEL
(8620) 8185 5377
Laputa
by Peter
Enjoyable bartending performance. 1F Huashan Hotel, Huanshi
Dong Rd. TEL (8620) 8760 6408
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January 29, 2007
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Shenzhen
Merengue Bachata Salsa Classes
9-10am. Jingshan Aerobics Room, for more details, contact
Josefina at 134 2899 0138 or email josefina_polanco27@hotmail.com
Happy
Monday at The Terrace
Buy 1 Get 1 on all drinks after 6pm.
Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details,
contact (86755) 2683 2775.
9
Ball KnockOut at X-ta-sea
RMB100 (entry fee), winner takes all.
Every Monday, at the back of Haitao Hotel, Taizi Rd.,
Shekou. Call (86755) 2686 7649 for more details.
Ladies
Day at Yes Bar
Free drink for ladies all day.
Yes Bar, Shizheng Design Building, 3001 Sungang Road West.
TEL (86755) 8361 7612, 8325 5116
Wubbly
Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99,
all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade
Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999
Tuesday,
January 30, 2007
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Shenzhen
Aerobics Class
9-10am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. For more
details, please call Claire Adams at 135 28803123.
Yoga
Classes
10-11am, please call Elena Pistonao at (86755) 2667 6676
for more details.
Mahjong
for Ladies
2pm. Jingshan 125, For details, please contact Ms. Heidi
Wong on (86755) 2667 6020.
Mother
and Kids Group
3-5pm. venues change, so for details, visit www.swiconline.com
Mexican
Night at Soho club
Margaritas for RMB25 each. Located at 101 Longtao Center,
8 Taizi Rd., Shekou
Guangzhou
Taiji Lesson
Fee at RMB200 (members) and RMB320 (non-members) for eight
lessons.
The Luhu Golf and Country Club. Call Miss Ho at (8620)
8350 7777 ext 389.
Wednesday,
January 31, 2007
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Shenzhen
Yoga Classes
9-10am, please call Amy Bai on 138 02295479 for details.
SWIC
Ladies Badminton
Meet at the SPAH every Wednesday.
3-5pm. SPAH. For more details, please call Ms. Margaret
Cochrane at (86755) 2686 9009.
Touch
Rugby in Shekou
8pm. At the Soccer field on Taizi Rd. Shekou, Nanshan
District.
Ladies
Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm-2am. 25F Section A Guoqi Daxia Shangbunan Lu. Contact
(86755) 8230 1833 for details.
Guangzhou
Ladies Night At Bar City-B Boss Club
Loud Fashion statement for ladies to get a free cocktail.
8pm. GF, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu. TEL (8620)
8386 2888
Hongkong
Martini Royale
50% off on all martinis from 10-11pm, free martinis from
9-10pm.
Volar, BF, 38-44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong. For more
details, call (852) 2810 1510.
Thursday,
February 1, 2007
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Shenzhen
Ladies' Golf Day
8am. Every Thursday. For more information, please call
Isabelle at (86755) 2681 0062.
Merengue
Bachata Salsa Classes
Every Thursday at 9-10am, Jingshan Aerobics Room, for
more details, contact Josefina at 134 2899 0138 or email
josefina_polanco27@hotmail.com
Mother
and Kids Group
9:30-11:30am, for more details, call Lynn at (85755) 2681
6179 and email lrvelez@hotmail.com,
or Kanya at (86755) 2685 5235 and email kanya.sutton@magellanmoving.com
Qipao
Ladies Night
Unlimited free drinks throughout the night for ladies
in Qipao.
The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more
details, call (86755) 26832775
Ladies
Night Specials
Blue Hawaii, Dry Martini, Frozen Margarita, free 9pm to
midnight for pretty ladies.
Soho Restaurant & Night Club Bitao Club, TaiZi Road,
Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar) TEL (86755)
2669 0148/2669 2148
Ladies
Night at McCawley's
50% off on all consumption.
9pm. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. TEL
(86755) 2668 4496
Hongkong
Brazilian Fever
Brazilian Beats, Samba, Bongo and Drum N Bass.
Volar, BF, 38-44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong. For more
details, call (852) 2810 1510.
Friday,
February 2, 2007
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Shenzhen
Aerobics Class
9-10am. Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. For more
details, please call Claire Adams at 135 28803123.
Chinese
Class - All about Chinese New Year
Reg Ryans, Seaworld Shekou. For time schedule, please
contact Ms. Caroline Custard at 134 23700674 or visit
www.swiconline.com
Yoga
Classes
9:30-10:30am, please call Elena Pistonao at (86755) 2667
6676 for more details.
Absolut
Friday
Special price for all Absolut Bottle (RMB320 per btl)
& Absolut Drinks(RMB25 per oz.).
The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more
details, call (86755) 2683 2775.
Ladies
Night every Friday
French Kiss Club, Seaworld Square, Shekou. For more details,
contact Ms. Justine Delorme at theparisfrenchkiss@gmail.com
Saturday,
February 3, 2007
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Shenzhen
Shekou Hash
2:30pm. Running and drinking club, meet at the Snake Pit,
located at Yin Hui Bldg., Tai Zi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen.
For more information, please contact: ShekouHashHouseHarriers@groups.msn.com
Daya Bay
Aotou Hash
3:30pm. Running and drinking club, meet at Sunrise Cafe,
Aotou. For details, please contact Malcolm at 139 27370501.
Sunday,
February 4, 2007
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Shenzhen
Sunday Roast
11am, Snake Pit, located at Yin Fe Bldg., Tai Zi Road,
Shekou, Shenzhen. For inquiries, please contact: barry.godfrey@selectassetmanagement.com
Sunday
BBQ at The Terrace
Thai style barbecue. (Monday to Saturday start at 6p.m.)
3pm. The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou.
For more details, call (86755) 2683 2775
Cocktail Sunday Special Drinks
Buy one Get one Free. Class Club, 5F Century Plaza Hotel,
1 Chunfeng Rd. Luohu Distirct. For details, call (86755)
8236 3999
Panash
Bites
Sunday Brunch, kids' play area and entertainment included.
Four Points by Sheraton 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade
Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999.
Garden
BBQ Buffet
RMB68 per person, 5:30-9:30pm, Soho Restaurant & Night
Club, Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca
& X-TA-SEA Bar). For details, call (86755) 2669 0148
or 2669 2148. |
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