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your information before Wednesday at noon (Beijing
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week's prize is a Formula 1 Emotion Book.
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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!
Cabinet
Various colors and finishes available This cabinet
because of its broad top, although multipurpose as a TV
cabinet or even dresser, somehow fits the most in worm
rustic kitchen decor. It's an enclosed cabinet with two
fixed shelves for additional components. Finished both
inside and out in a rich blue that is hand rubbed to reveal
hints of the wood grain below.
For
more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/
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Adopt a Pet |
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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
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 Hotel Deals |
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Celebrate the Year of the Golden Pig with Crowne Plaza
Sanya
Chinese New Year Special Rates from RMB 1,848
per night, from 17 Feb to 1 Mar 2007. Make Crwone Plaza
Sanya your home and enjoy Chinese Traditional New Year
at The Place to Meet. Traditional Lion Dance, the only
"Banquet" in Yalong Bay, Latin nights in Havana
Beer Plaza, Opening Tea Tree Spa, International 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
 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 - Gift for the New Year at only
RMB 888.00 Per Room per Night
From February 15 till March 04, 2007. Inclusive: Two Buffet
Breakfast | Valid for our Superior Room Category | Minimum
Stay Two Nights | Free Access to both Health Club Outlets
and Indoor Swimming Pool | Rates are subject to 15% surcharge
| Confirmation of booking subject to availability. For
reservations please contact: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522/5533.
 Crowne
Plaza Beijing Chinese New Year Special
Chinese New Year Special: (Feb 16 - 25, 2007):
only RMB 600 +15% for Deluxe Room. Located on the famous
Wangfujing Avenue in the center of Beijing, the hotel
is the ideal place to be for you and your family during
the Spring Festival. For reservation: (8610) 5911 9898.
 TianLun
International Hotel Spring Festival Celebration Room Special
February 16-25, 2007: RMB438 nett/room/night, Privileges:
Complimentary breakfast buffet for one, RMB70/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. Tel: (8620)
8393 6388: Fax: 020-3882 4587; E-mail: sales@tianlun-hotel.com;
Website: www.tianlun-hotel.com
 Excellent
City, Excellent Experience and Excellent Hotel!
A wonderful New Year journey begins from the
City Inn. Want to feel the unique holiday culture of Shenzhen
and have fun at famous OCT theme parks? Call for the reservation
and a surprise will be waiting for you! Book your reservation
on www.cityinn.com.cn,
or call 800 830 9996, 400 830 9996 or 400 430 9996 for
enquiries, please.
 "Once
in A Lifetime" Valentine Package at RMB699 at Presidential
Plaza Hotel Beijing
Have you worked out your plan for Valentine's
Day yet? How about celebrating your Valentine's Day this
year at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing? Enjoy with
your Valentine a tailor made package for only RMB 699.
Pamper yourself with a romantic 3-course candlelight dinner
inclusive of two glasses of house champagne in Sophia's
Restaurant, followed by a romantic evening in a Cupid's
Superior Room. This package is inclusive of breakfast
for two at Sophia's Restaurant and is available from February
10th to February 15th, 2007. Booking Hotline: (8610) 5858
5691 or (8610) 5858 5692; Email: reservations@presidentialplaza.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
 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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 Dining Out |
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Special - O2on2
The Regent Shanghai Sunday Brunch is arguably
the most extensive international brunch available in town,
with two restaurants - For an Asian fusion extravaganza
try Shanghai's newest all-day-dining restaurant. Stylishly
designed with clean lines and an airy ambience, O2on2 offers
one of the most extensive selections of Asian and Western
cuisines in the city. With seafood, sushi, sashimi, noodles,
desserts, western and oriental foods, hot or cold - O2on2
promises an unforgettable feast for every mood and every
culinary taste. Lunch / Dinner / RMB128net per person including
one soft drink. 2/F The Regent Shanghai, 1116 Yan An Xi
Lu, Tel: (8621) 6115 9627 / E-mail: o2on2.shanghai@regenthotels.com
 Valentine's
Day Celebration at "789 Nanjing Lu" Bar
14th February 2007, 8:00pm - 2:00am. "789 Nanjing Lu"
Bar, highest entertainment venue in the Puxi, brings fashion
and spectacular views! On Valentine's Day, RMB150 net for
2 drinks (cocktail, red / white wine, sparkling wine, beer,
fresh juice or other soft drinks) with free flow of fresh
strawberry, mystery free gift, Live performance. Join the
lucky draw to win one night stay in a 5-star hotel. "789
Nanjing Lu" Bar, will be the cool place to meet new
friends, and the postman will help you to deliver message
to your future lover. Are you attracted by this party? Book
a ticket now, please proceed to Le Bistrot! For reservations,
please call (8621) 3318 9999 ext. 56500.
 A
New Face of Lifestyle at the Champagne & Cigar Bar
Experience a true temptation of the senses with
our new look, new cocktails and stylish new image. An enchanting
performance by our "Midnight Shadows" band every
evening*. Until March, indulge in the smooth flavor of quality-aged
cognac accompanied by your choice of international cigar.
Some current labels on offer: Cognac V.S.O.P (30 ml) + cigar
for just RMB150* / Cognac X.O (30 ml) + cigar for just RMB250*.
Ladies, we have special sets just for you! Renaissance Yangtze
Shanghai Hotel (1st Floor), 2099 Yan An Xi Road. Open 5:00
pm to 1:00 am. Reservations: (8621) 6275-0000 ext. 2168.
*No Sunday performance / All prices subject to 15% surcharge
/ Closed from February 15th to 25th. |
 Travel Information |
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 Fly
Your Way - For Less
For travel before April 20, 2007, take advantage
of the incredible low price of RMB4,840 round-trip to
Vancouver. Air Canada also offers a wide selection of
your favorite Canadian destinations at amazing low fares.
For more information, please contact an Air Canada office
in Beijing (010) 6468-2001 or Shanghai (021) 6279-2999.
Hurry, book today! Web site: www.aircanada.com
Cruise
to Vietnam by "Mona Lisa"
Depart from Haikou and take your trip to Vietnam
by "Mona Lisa", you can enjoy the great sun
rise on the sea in South China, and also tour those famous
scenic spots in Vietnam. No need passport, no need visa,
you can make your dream for going abroad come true. 5-star
deluxe ship with entertainment and food on it. It must
a romantic trip on the sea. Price from RMB4180 per person,
for details pls call (8621) 3218 0500
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Health & Fitness |
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 Love
is in the Air & Carnivale Special
Love is in the Air: Each customer purchasing RMB
300 or more on Massage or Nail Spa services on a single
bill - same day - will receive a free coral candle, while
stock lasts. (value up to RMB170). Carnivale Special: Buy
a Brazilian Wax and enjoy a Deluxe Pedicure at half price
on same day (value RMB150). For more information, pls visit:
www.dragonfly.net.cn
Power
Fencing Club
Fencing, renowned as the "ballet in fighting",
is one of the Top 10 popular sports in the world at pressent,
and welcome in Europe and North America. Power Fencing Club
is the first fencing club in Shanghai, because this sport
combined by entertainment and fitness, it is welcomed by
youth, especially white-collar class in the city. We have
different class for different members, and we also offer
several kinds of member cards price from RMB300-4800 for
you to choose. If you want to join in to this sport, please
dial (8621) 6301 9639 for more details.
Yinghua
Bowling
Occupying 4888 square meters, Ying Hua Bowling
equips the advantage GS96 from America for its bowling ways.
And it is the only Bowling venue in the city to adopt the
automatic shoe-rent system and antisepsis machines. There
are also buffet for drinks and bowling instruments. It is
a suitable venue for leisure, entertainment and fitness.
TEL (8621) 6227 1088
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 Relocations |
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Shanghai
Fuhui Moving Service
Fuhui moving is a creditable firm that approved
by industrial and commercial and tax departments. With
several years hard working and development after its foundation,
we have become one of the most complete moving service
companies in Shanghai. We can offer trucks with capacity
from 1-5 tons for office and family moving, equipments
moving, long distance freightage and so on. Pls call (8621)
5861 5889 for reservation. Also we have free line for
complain and consultant: 800 820 5969.
Shanghai
Xile Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving service companies
in Shanghai, Shanghai Xile Moving Service Company already
had 10-year history in this industry. At present we have
more than 30 trucks in different types and a group of
bridle-wise staff, and had won a lot of prize awarded
by the government. Xile Moving Service features living
moving and office moving, and has created a transport
system in the city in order to satisfy different clients
in different districts. All our service price is made
following the supervision of the price department. We
guarantee to provide the high quality service for all
of our customers. Contact us: (8621) 6640 5638, Room501,
No.13, Lane 655 Zhenjin Road.
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 Jobs |
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Opening at Iteris, Inc.
Iteris, Inc. is a leading American video detection
equipment company looking for a bright enthusiastic individual
with experience of the traffic industry to promote and expand
our operation in China. Fluent in spoken and written English.
Chinese citizen, 10 - 15 years working experience in traffic
industry. Ability to present and demonstrate products to
senior level government and police officials. If Interested,
contact Mr. Melvyn Haxby by Email mjh@iteris.com
before February 28th, 2007.
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 Services |
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Computer Network Installation and Security
Call
CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email
and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing,
Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration
and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn.
Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn
 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
Contact: 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 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
Shujin
Housekeeping Service
Shanghai Shujin Housekeeping Service is the only
housekeeping service group in Shanghai which has chains
in other main cities in the country, which is approved by
the municipal industrial and commercial department and labor
department. With a rich capital and management resource,
we create a professional website for housekeeping service
to offer modernest service for our clients. All the maids
of our company had taken strict training before they been
launched for service. High quality but low charge is our
service tenet, we're trying to make all of our client feel
convenient, satisfied and comfortable. TEL (8621) 6274 5048
Te-Clean
Service
Te-Clean is a young, professional and legal cleaning
service company in Shanghai. We do cleaning, antisepsis
and bugs killing service for factories, offices and other
high-class public venues. High target, high quality and
high efficiency are our service standard. We have a experiential
team with strong management and hard working. To treasure
clients as the same as treasuring ourselves, we are hoping
to offer the best service for all of our customers. Pls
contact us at (8621) 6410 7438 if you need cleaning service.
Yuyi
Translation
Yuyi Translation is a professional language-related
service provider based in China's economic and commercial
center of Shanghai. We offer a whole range of Chinese language
services to meet your business, personal, social and learning
needs. With the translation services that we offer, you
will find language is no longer a barrier between you and
your international customers. And also, you can reach out
to potential customers in every corner of the world. For
more information, pls call us at (8621) 5882 2009, or send
email to yuyifanyi@yahoo.com.cn
Wu
Yimin Legal Agency
One of the first legal agencies in Shanghai, Mr.
Wu Yimin has a lot experience in dealing with international
business cases. The other lawyers in this agency are from
police, law office and court systems, so they are seasoned
professionals who have good relationships. For details,
pls dial: 5539 7630, or email to: wymlawfirm@lawyers.com.cn |
Biz Exhibitions
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Reason Why We Love Shanghai: Jiang Zhenxiong, Fan Shenghua,
Yan Bingxin Photography Exhibition
Over the past 50 years these three photographers have been
observing Shanghai with their lenses, capturing the minute
details and large-scale changes. The reason why we love
Shanghai is: Art is Memory.
February 16 - March 2, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352
0256
Details
of Shanghai - Lin Yuding Black and White Photography Exhibition
From Nanjing Road and the Bund to People's Square, from
the old lanes beside Suzhou Creek to modern Lujiazui, Lin
Yuding examines the minute details of life in Shanghai through
his camera lens.
February 3-15, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
From
Zush to Evru
The exhibition provides an overview of the already extensive
works of Catalan artist Zush-Evru, who has developed his
creative work under two different alter-egos. This exhibition
is the first activity of SEACEX being held to celebrate
the Year of Spain in China.
January 19 - February 28, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern
Art TEL (8621) 6587 5996
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 Theater &
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Roger Waters Shanghai Tour
As the soul of legend "Pink Floyd", Roger Waters
has performed on stage for nearly 40 years. He is the forthgoer
of the world's Rock & Roll music. This time he will
come for his first ever concert in China with an only stop
in Shanghai. Let's look forward to the charm from his music.
Tickets selling for 280-1680rmb.
February 12, Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200
Ballet:
Swan Lake
On this Valentine's Day, Shanghai Ballet presents this classical
and romantic love story. Tickets prices: 100-500rmb.
February 13-14, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409
Xinfu
Lu Jazz Concert
Local Jazz band Xinfu Lu (Happiness Road) presents live
performance for all the happy lovers on this Valentine's
night. Tickets selling for 100-300rmb.
February 14, Jin Mao Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6217 2426
Drama:
How Much Love Can be Messed Up (Version of Man)
Still about the love story in the modern life, but this
time, it is for men. Tickets selling for 100rmb.
February 2-14 (close on Mondays), Shanghai Dramatic Arts
Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Romantic
Comedy: First Love in Progress
Everybody has his/her story for first love as well as those
memories. It's a gift for your coming Valentine's Day. 100rmb
and 150rmb tickets.
February 9-14, Shanghai Grand Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Animation
Festival
Comic fans in Shanghai can find those visual cartoon stars
on this festival as well as Cosplay Show.
January 2-6, Shanghai International Expo Centre TEL (8621)
2890 6666
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February 12, 2007
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Salsa Night with Live Band "Azuquita"
Dance teacher from "Salsa Shanghai" to show you
some moves. Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free) from 7-9pm. Featuring
live band "Azuquita".
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Massive
Monday Fiesta
Free Margaritas for ladies till midnight. Introducing Super
Hour 10-11pm, free flow Vodka and Mix for ladies and free
flow Carlsberg for lads.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6434 4104
Tuesday,
February 13, 2007
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Addicted Tuesday
Featuring DJ Noir, a Hard Dance DJ, who produced a lot of
works for Decaff, Soul Flava, RNK, Premier, Black Magik
and Black Mambo. Open bar from 8:30pm to 3am, 88rmb for
guys and 50rmb for ladies.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Pink
Tuesday
Moet & Chandon rose 50% discount per bottle for couples.
Jade on 36, Pudong Shangri-La TEL (8621) 6886 3636
Wednesday,
February 14, 2007
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Indulge Your Romantic Palate
238rmb per person for recipes that are sure to spark magic.
Buffet includes a selection of Valentines' beverage. Every
couple receives a box of homemade pralines. All prices are
subject to 15% service charge.
Marriott Cafe, Shanghai Marriott Hotel Hongqiao TEL (8621)
6237 6000 * 6657
Valentine's
Day Masquerade
Join us for a sexy and romantic Valentines Masquerade party.
Bring your sweetheart or meet someone special. 100rmb open
bar, 80rmb for ladies, you may have a chance to win a bottle
of red wine or even one night stay at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.
4 Live TEL (86) 1377 4244 008
A Night
of Blooming Roses
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