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Antique Furniture |
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 Each week we highlight a new and interesting
piece of antique Chinese furniture!
Porcelain Pot
This antique small, "fat" blue and white
porcelain pot comes in pair with one more. With beautiful plum
blossom and lotus skillfully painted on them, these pots give
away an authentic spirit of Ming Dynasty.
For more information,
please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/
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 Hotel Deals |
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 Redefine
Leisure & Luxury Lifestyle at Kempinski Hotel Sanya, We
Serve You Differently!
Ocean Escape package from RMB 1288 nett per night
at Deluxe Ocean View Room, inclusive of daily buffet breakfast,
RMB300 Food & Beverage credit per day, welcome fruit upon
arrival, 20% discount on Angsana Spa (selected treatments),
late check-out till 16:00 (subject to room availability), free
local and newspaper, free access to Gym room, swimming pool,
Kidz kemp and beach activities. Valid from March 10th to July
10th, 2007, and not applicable for Labor Holiday. For more information
please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
Tel: 86 898 3889 8888.
The Home of Mr. World 2007
From 9 to 31 March. A rare opportunity to meet with
the world most desirable man to experience the most memorable
moments! Relax and reconnect at Crowne Plaza Sanya - The Place
to Meet in Yalong Bay. Mr. World Special Rates from RMB1,288,
Including three meals for two persons, round ways between hotel
and airport, enjoy one soft drink in Tradewinds lounge or Havana
Plaza. 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
 Celebrate
a "flowered" Easter at Sheraton Sanya Resort!
Bonding is invited. Celebrate a "flowered" Easter
at Forever Tropical Paradise - Sanya! From 6 to 10 April, join
the egg hunting in the lush garden, explore bouncy castle by
the sandy beach and enjoy a bottle of "Perrier Jouet"
champagne. Amazing live body painting make the Easter holiday
a memorable one at Sheraton Sanya Resort. Because you don't
just stay here. You belong. For enquiries and reservations,
please dial (86-898) 8855 8855 ext. 8371.
 Enjoy
a Easter Holiday with Fun at Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
Fun Fair on the Beach Lawn - From 7 to 9 April, come to the
scenic Yalong Bay beach and join the Hilton Fun Fair with sumptuous
food and beverage stalls, all your favourite festival entertainments
from live music to exciting games, and the "must"
of Easter: egg painting and egg hunting competition with grand
prizes. Themed BBQ Party: 7 April, "Window of Hainan"
at poolside; 8 April, "Crazy Orange Comedy" on the
beach; 9 April, "Songs under the Stars" at poolside.
For room reservation please contact Hilton Sanya Resort &
Spa at 86 898 8858 8888 or email to sanya@hilton.com
 Hotel
Equatorial Qingdao Spring Promotion.
Newly renovated room only at RMB468+ from March 01, 2007. The
hotel is located in the heart of Qingdao City, restaurants,
meeting facilities and all-in-one convention and exhibition
center with everything to meet your needs. For reservation,
please call (0532) 8575 5025; Email: info@qnd.equatorial.com;
Website: www.equatorial.com
 New
Weekend Special at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Rates start from RMB 1,650 per night with added 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, late check-out till 4:00pm at no charge
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.
Special Experience in City Inn Yuandong, Huizhou &
Yunhe, Humen: RMB178
The newly launched budget hotel City Inn brand is
growing rapidly and already counts 6 inns in Guangdong Province
with new hotels soon to open in Beijing, Guangzhou, Foshan,
Zhongshan, and Shenzhen Baoan, Longgang. 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.
 Suite
Deal at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing at RMB 1228
You can enjoy: Complimentary Executive breakfast in
Executive Lounge or Sophia's Italy Restaurant | Arrival limousine
pick-up from airport or transfer to first business appointment
per day (within 3rd ring road) | 20% discount on all Food &
Beverage outlets | One piece of business shirt / blouse laundry
per day | Free internet | Unlimited local calls made within
Beijing. Reservation: (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8692.
 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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your own YPHH Card NOW!!!
The YPHH Card is a personalized card that entitles you
to discounts and special deals at a variety of bars, restaurants,
clubs and other places around town. The cost of the YPHH Card
is RMB 50 only (life long validity) and can easily be ordered
online. Get your own YPHH Card now! More information at http://www.yphh.com/members/card.htm
 Morse
Party
Another Morse Party is awaiting for you. DJ Mickey Zhang brings
hot Techno and electro, while DJ Dio spins progressive house,
electro, breaks and more. Come to check the difference between
this party and the previous ones if you are a frequent goer to
the party and enjoy the freshness if you have a new potato. Party
starts at 11pm and lasts till late, March 23. RMB30. Yugong Yishan
TEL (8610) 6415 0687
 World
Class Breakbeat DJ Elite Force
On the DJ front, sHack's been playing out since 1990 when he cut
his teeth playing huge student nights and self-promoted events
in the South West of England, before moving up to London and gravitating
towards a predominantly breaks blend around 1995. His Strongarm
Sessions webcasts are an opportunity to check out his unique tech-funk
manifesto on a weekly basis on BreaksFM.com, with each show receiving
over 2,000 listens a month. Recent solo remixes for the likes
of Crystal Method, UNKLE, Los Paranoias, Ajello, Kraymon and Meat
Katie have helped cement Elite Force's reputation as one of the
most creative and effective remixers around. 8pm-2am, March 23.
Angel Clut TEL (8610) 6552 8888
 Minimal
Dancing
The Minimal Dancing staff presents the third techno and house
music party at the EARL BAR.
DJs: Ludo V [Italy], Liman/LiveSet [China], NiBing [China], Tom
Foolery [Sweden], Terry Tu[China], ZhiQi [China]. Free entry.
All you can drink draft beer for RMB50. 9:30pm-5am, March 24.
Earl Bar TEL (8610) 8511 6646
 DJ
Falcon
Before producing on Roule DJ Falcon worked in A&R department
at Virgin. In 1999 his released his first EP (on Roule) and produced
a Remix of Cassius's "La Mouche" who is an all-time
classic now. One year later, he started working with Thomas Bangalter
on a track called "Together". DJ Falcon will bring a
French style music called Draft Punk to those Beijing fans on
March 24. 8pm-4am. The Bank Loungeand Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998.
For details
about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
 Super
Audio And Visual Show At Disco Club
DivX, the popular DJ and VJ combination from England will present
a style music show at Disco Club. Two young artists Ian Knowles
and Amy-Jayne will bring a humorous and exciting performance with
them. There will also be a fashion show on March 23. Free entry.
March 22 till March 24. Disco Club. For details call (8610) 6561
8833 ext. 42
 Houhai
Paradise Friends-making Party
If you are lonely, if you are seeking for some bar to relax yourself?
Or if you are simply looking for an escape from tiring day life,
Houhai Paradise is where you can find all what you want. Free
cocktails for ladies before 9pm. March 23. Houhai Paradise TEL
(8610) 8401 5076
 Moscow
Show
Suzie Wong will arrange a Russian Ball on March 24 to celebrate
the coming of the Spring. RMB100 include a cup of Vodka. Russian
national or those with East Europe nationalities can enjoy free
admission. Special discount for group booking. Dress code: any
dress highlighting the Spring season. 8pm-2am, March 24. Suzie
Wong Club TEL (8610) 6500 3377
More info
about above events on www.98street.com.
 The
80's Strike Back
80's Night at Alfa expands! Join us for the new and improved 80's
experience, now every Friday night and featuring 4 djs on rotation
to keep the mix fresh. The best from the 80's with a few surprise
from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the
infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B, Mizchif and the strut of Sweet
FA while you enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Teas.
10pm on wards. Alfa. TEL (8610) 6413 0086
 Cosmic
Dancing Party
From the bar that created the super successful 80s parties. ALFA
is now bringing Cosmic Dancing Party on every Saturday night,
the best dancing music for you all night long. Burn Baby Burn!
Free Entrance. 10pm on wards. Alfa, No. 6 Xingfuyicun (In the
alley opposite the north gate of the Worker's Stadium) TEL (8610)
6413 0086
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the Bubbly Sundays in the Westin Beijing Financial Street
Rejuvenate with an indulgent buffet brunch at the Westin
Beijing,Financial Street and replenish the mind, body and soul.
rmb 298 per person with free flow piper champagne, wine and brunch
beverage bar. rmb 228 per person unlimited soft drinks, juice
and cocktails. kids' below 12 years: rmb 98 inclusive of soft
drinks, juice and cocktails. All the above price should be charged
15% service fee. Every Sunday starting from 11March 11:30am -
3:00pm. Enjoy yourself in the Bubbly Sundays with fresh feelings.
Tel: (8610) 6606 8866.
 Kranzler's
Culinary Travel Through EU - "Happy Birthday Europe!"
To celebrate the 50th birthday of the European Union,
savour a culinary travel through the EU at the Kranzler's
Restaurant & Bar of Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center
from Monday, 26 March to Friday, 31 March 2007 between 11:30 am
to 2:30 pm. Enjoy scrumptious specialities from different European
countries on the daily lunch buffet for only Rmb188.00 + 15% surcharge.
Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Kranzler's Restaurant
& Bar, open from 6:00am to 12:00 midnight daily. For reservations,
please call 010 (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4105.
 OrientalBay
International Hotel March F&B Promotion
Le Ciel Restaurant & Bar (20th Floor) - 198RMB+15%/guest for
Buffet & Set menu. You can enjoy Goose livers, Escargots,
Oysters, U.S. Rib-eye Steaks, Lobsters, Abalones, Shark's fins,
Cold appetizers, Salad, Desserts, and Fruits while watching Russian
dances. Dining Time: 17:30-21:00; Bar Time: 22:00-24:00; Show
Time: 19:00-20:00; 22:00-23:00. Tel: (8610) 5813 9988-27; Web:
www.hotelorientalbay.com
 European
Food Festival at Cafe Swiss
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Treaties of
Roma, a special European food festival will provide a taste of
Europe's varied and delicious cuisines in Cafe Swiss, Swissotel
Beijing from 25th March to 7th April, 2007. Mon-Sat: RMB168+15%
surcharge. Sunday Brunch: RMB188+15% surcharge for unlimited soft
drinks, beer, juice, mineral water and one Erdinger beer per person;
RMB298+15% surcharge for additional unlimited local wine and champagne
specialties. For reservations or detailed information: (8610)
6553 2288-2127.
 Hotel
New Otani Chang Fu Gong March F&B Promotions
*Sakura Japanese Restaurant - 2 kinds set menu are priced RMB380
and RMB550; 5 kinds of Sea-bream fair and Dinner. *Orchid Terrace
Coffee Shop - 5 kind of humbugger set menu from RMB60 to RMB80.
Weekday lunch buffet (Monday to Friday) RMB158+15%. Weekday dinner
and Saturday/Sunday lunch& dinner buffet includes soft drink.
RMB188+15%. *Peony Garden Chinese Restaurant - Braised shark's
fin with Matsutake mushroom priced RMB118. 6 kind of deluxe set
menu are priced range RMB228 to RMB528. Tel: (8610) 5877-5555;
6512-5555; E-mail: cfg@cfgbj.com
Dynasty
Jade Garden
Our new Cantonese and Sichuan chef Xu Chu Shu and Liang
Dai Gen prepare you a cozy cuisine in Dynasty Jade Garden Restaurant.
You are welcome to try such delicious Deep Fried Crisp packing
eggplant with goose live and Stir Fried Preserved Pork with Asparagus
and Hornbeam. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8620.
 Mongolian
Food Festival at Patio Restaurant
Come and join us with two guest chefs from Holiday Inn
Hu He Hao Te at Patio Restaurant from March 22 to March 31 for
the true Mongolian food with live entertainment! RMB158 + 15%.
For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1971.
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 |
 Travel Information |
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 New:
Beijing-Stockholm Direct
Start 26 Mar, Scandinavian Airlines will open its direct flight
from Beijing to the Sweden Capital. Don't miss the great fares:
Economy from 4,500rmb, Economy Extra from 10,500rmb and Business
from 14,500rmb. Booking: 010-8527-6100 or 021-5228-5001.
Mercury
International Travel - Spring Promotions!
Weekend trip: Pingyao Ancient Town RMB1,660 | Xi'An
RMB2,720 | Hanging Temple & Yungang Grottoes RMB1,680 |
Yunnan Lijiang & Shangri-la 7 days/6 nights RMB7,150 | Vietnam
features Nha Trang, Hoi An from RMB 5,560 | Angkor Wat Glory
from RMB 5,960 | Angkor & beach retreat from RMB 8,160 |
Amazing Luang Prabang from RMB 5,680 | Myanmar Highlight from
RMB 8,860 | Exotic Thailand Koh Samui from RMB6,280 | Phuket
from RMB 5,380. | Malaysia Beach Delight from RMB 5,980 | Over
500 active expatriate clients. Call today for recommendation
or find out more. Tel: (8610) 8454 9420; Email: enquiry@mercurytravel.com.cn
Jinyu
Fengshan Hot Spring Resort
A Xanadu secluded from the secular world, Jinyu Fengshan
Hot Spring Resort is located in Changping District, backed up
by Fengshan and Mangshan National Forest Parks and the Ming
Tombs Reservoir, which creates a picturesque setting for this
unique hot spring venue. Jinyu Fengshan's hot spring is rich
in mineral elements which are good to both your skin and health.
Door ticket: RMB139/day, incl. hot spring bathing, swimming,
pastries and drinks. Address: East to Ming Tomb Reservoir, Changping
District. Contact your favorite travel agencies for details.
Travel
Across The Whole World With ZHITS
Beijing Zongheng International Travel Service is a
first-class travel service provider that is authorized to carry
out international business. We organize sightseeing, business
exploration, studying tour, religious activity and cultural
exchanges as well as various conferences. We provide airport
transportation and ticket booking. Our fluent foreign language
speaking tour guides will facilitate a wonderful trip. Address:
9 Dongluoyuan, Fengtai District. TEL (8610) 5166 8606
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Education |
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 The
British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English
National Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing.
The school's educational approach arises out of the best practices
found in British schools around the world, emphasizing high
academic results, respect for one another, and a diverse academic
and extra-curricular programme. As a result, students are provided
with the qualifications and skills to enter universities worldwide.
The British School of Beijing is at the centre of a committed
community with parents, teachers and friends of the school dedicated
to the children's success. Further information or visit to the
school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn
or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
 The
Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Study Easier
Regular beginner class in morning / evening start on 6th Aril.
2007. Rmb1000/40hours, afternoon Promotion Beginner and Intermediate
level class available. For more information please feel free
to call Dong Zhi Men Office: (8610) 6413 1547/48, Jian Guo Men
Office: (8610) 6515 8278.
Western
Academy of Beijing Accepts Applications for Financial Assistance
Program for 2007/08 School Year
Western Academy of Beijing offers a limited financial assistance
to qualified expatriate families in Beijing. Information about
the program and application forms can be obtained from the WAB
Finance Department by contacting finance@wab.edu.
Applications should be submitted no later than by March 23,
2007.
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Health &
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The
Mansion of Beijing Border Zone Male Health Center
The Mansion of Beijing Border Zone Male Health Center
is a leisure destination for professional male workers in the
capital. Here with us, you can enjoy star-grade service and
internationally acclaimed skin care products as well as high-tech
bound equipment. Unique store inner fitting, elegant atmoshere,
we are the destination where you can enjoy your life. Address:
Room 1701, No. 3 Building, Jianwai SOHO, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhong
Lu, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5869 1427
Beijing
Yajing Plastic and Beauty Hospital
Beijing Yajing Plastic and Beauty Hospital is conveniently
located in Puren Hospital in downtown Beijing. Clustered with
a group of medical experts and state-of-the-art facilities,
we are able to provide you rest-assured plastic service and
the best beauty solutions. Address: inside Puren Hospital, 100,
Chongwenmen Wai Avenue, Chongwen District TEL (8610) 6716 9966
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 CIM
Continental International Moving
Located at 50 meters away from Chaoyang customs office,
CIM Continental International Moving provide a fully range of
moving, storage, record management and expatriates documentation
services. Wherever you move, whenever you move - call CIM. Tel:
(8610) 8762 5110 /8762 5109. Fax: (8610) 8762 5281; Email: info@cimmover.com;
Web: www.cimmover.com
Shunfeng
Home Moving Company
We are a professional home moving company that are
specialized in home moving, piano moving, furniture dismantling,
package delivery, air conditioner moving and home service. We
have a group of young and dedicated staff who have are skilled
in wrapping and moving your particles. RMB180 starting price
for piano typed 120 or below, RMB250 for piano typed above 120.
For more info contact us at (8610) 6738 0451
We
Bring You Good Luck
Established in 1995, Beijing Good Luck Home Moving
Company has grown into one of the largest professtional home
moving service providers in the capital. We can help you move
your home, single piece of furniture, A.C, TV and so on. RMB150
for piano typing 120 and below, RMB200 for those typing above
120. We also have many different package services for our clients.
For details about us, please call (8610) 6281 9829
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Apartment for Rent
Apartment 4th floor, 220 sm, 1 big living room, 1 dining
room, 3 bath rooms, 5 bed rooms in Yu Xiang Garden, click
here to view photoes. Hou Sha Yu Area, Shunyi district. Hua
Run Super market and Airport hospital within 5 minutes walking
distance, 3 international schools around, near Beijing central
Villa area, easy access to Jing Cheng high way and Airport express
high way driving you to Central City (World Trade Center) in
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