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or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to funnypics2007@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!
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.
 Refresh
Your Senses at The Westin Beijing, Financial Street
And begin an experience of pure relaxation and rejuvenation.
Renewal awaits you. From now on, book your weekend stay
at only rmb1600 per night, and enjoy a series of benefits
including free upgrade to a 60sqm Westin Renewal Room,
complimentary breakfast buffet for two, unique Bathologist
service and a complimentary Westin bathrobe. Reserve
your renewal experience simply call (8610) 6606 8866
(reference promotion: Westin Renewal)
 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
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.
 Luxurious
Enjoyment at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Luxurious Enjoyment at only RMB 2008.00 Per
Room per Night From Monday to Thursday,RMB 1888.00 From
Friday to Sunday. From March 1 to August 31, 2007. Inclusive
Buffet Breakfast | Valid for our Executive Room Category
| One complimentary airport Limousine transfer | Free
access to Pulse Health Club including squash and indoor
swimming pool | |Complimentary late check out until
4:00 pm | complimentary broadband Internet Access| Free
Local telephone calls | Fresh fruits & flowers upon
arrival | Complimentary daily newspaper |Rates are subject
to 15% surcharge | Confirmation of booking subject to
availability. For reservations please contact: (8610)
6465 3388 ext. 5522/5533.
 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.
 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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New
Offers Of Guangzhou China Travel Agency Lines
Four days trip by air to Hainan, Price: RMB950;
Four days trip by air to Zhangjiajie and Phenix city,
Price: RMB1690; Six days trip by air to Five cities
in Eastern China, Price: RMB2010; Four days trip by
air in Guiling, Lijiang and Yangshuo, Price: RMB1130.
Address: 2nd Floor, Longkoumingzhu Hotel, No.91, Longkou
Xi Road TEL: (8620) 8600 0588
Huanghua
Gang Commemoration Park
Covering an area of approximately 129,000
sqm, Huanghua Gang Commemoration Park is the cemetery
of 72 martyrs who died in an uprising to overthrow the
federal Qing dynasty to build a new democratic country
in 1911. 200-metre paveway lined with evergreen cypress
trees lead to the Martyrs' Tomb and the tombs of many
other revolutionary forerunners such as General Dawei
Pan, General Zhongyuan Deng, General Xianri Yang, Mr.
Ru Feng and Mr. Jianru Shi, etc. The park also contains
Huanghua Well, Huanghua Pavilion, Silent Pond, Square
Pond, Huanghua gardens, tennis courts and other scenic
spots and activities services. Admission: RMB10. Address:
No.79 Xianlie Zhong Road, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 3758
8321
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 Dining Out |
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|  Malaysian
Food Promotion in Crowne Plaza Shenzhen
In collaboration with our sister hotel, Crowne Plaza Kuala
Lumpur, we will be delighted to bring authentic Malaysian
cuisine to Shenzhen. Chefs will be flown in from Kuala
Lumpur to prepare sumptuous buffet lunch and dinner for
your indulgence. To bring out the flavor and aroma of
the cuisine, dishes are prepared using the freshness of
ingredients and spices to boost your appetite. With the
originality of food preparation and typical deco, this
is a perfect setting to entertain your business associates
or family or friends gathering. Come experience Malaysia
at a glance and enjoy a gastronomic food adventure. Malaysian
Food Promotion is available in the Cafe Zentro from 16
- 25 March 2007 at normal buffet price. Tel: (86 755)
2693 6888 Ext 8722; E-mail: melody.xu@cpsz.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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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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| Fine
Apartment In Qiaocuiyuan For Rent
A well-equipped apartment with two bedrooms, one
living room, one bathroom and one balcony is available for
rent. Located inside Qiaocuiyuan, it covers an area of 48
sqm. Fully furnished with TV, telephone, washing machine,
air-conditioner, etc. Rent: RMB1500 per month TEL (8620)
6126 5161
2-Bedroom Apartment For Rent
Located in a quiet and beautiful street, this
2-bedroom apartment covers an area of 80 sqm. Fully equipped
with air conditioner, gas water heater, color TV, DVD, etc.
Well furnished. There are two sunny bedrooms, one living
room, one kitchen, one bathroom and two beautiful balcony.
Rent: 430 dollars per month. If you are interested, please
contact (8620) 3328 1813
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 Relocations |
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Hong
Yun Lai Relocation Service
Shenzhen Hong Yun Lai is a faithful relocation
company with professional staff. House moving, factory
relocation, piano moving and shipment of both long and
short term are avaiable here. We also can provided furnishings
installation and maintaining services to you. TEL (8755)
8836 3161
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|  Love
Him...Love Her...Love Yourself... The Avana Love Month
Promo
From February to June, Seduce your Senses with a choice
of packages that includes Foot spa, Hair and Scalp Aromatherapy
Treatment, Oxygen Facial, your choice of decadent Body
Scrub, and finally, a Full Body Massage. Plus a glass
of sparkling wine and a serving of chocolates. Starts
at Rmb850 (Paramount Members) to Rmb1400. Avana Spa, GF,
Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For more
details, call (86755) 2681 9040 or email avanaspashekou@gmail.com
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
Wangshi
Computer Lease
Wangshi provides computer leasing service for
both enterprises and individuals. We have all types of
computers, catering to the needs of different clients.
We have proven success in undertaking the mission of leasing
hundreds of computers during exhibitions and meetings.
In addition, the lease of printers and network facilities
is also available here. TEL (8620) 3135 0606
Happy
Family Home Service
Happy Family is a professional company which
provides various home services including matron, baby-sitting,
cleansing, nursing, etc. Our staff are all well trained
before they take the position, and many of them have years
of experience in home service. We can provide insurance
for the family of our client. Address: 5A, Tianhe Trade
Center, Zhongshan Avenue TEL (8620) 8754 2345
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 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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| Shenzhen
The 20th Shenzhen Int'l Furniture Expo
March 19-22, Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center,
Fuhua San Lu, Futian District. For more details, call
(86755) 2601 8192.
Guangdong
China International Ceramics Exhibition (Guangzhou)
March 18-21, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities
Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 2608
1697 or 8666 3416.
19th
China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou)
March 18-21, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities
Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 2608
1697 or 8666 3416.
Home
Furniture/Homedecor & Housewares China (H&H) 2007
March 18-21, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities
Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8667
3473 or 86663416 |
 Nightlife |
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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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March 19, 2007
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Shenzhen
International Dinner Buffet
RMB148+15% per person.
6:30pm. Until March 31, Oriental Ginza Shenzhen, Grand
Mercure Hotel. For more details, call (86755) 8350 0888.
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.
6pm. The Terrace, 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.
8pm. X-ta-sea, 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,
March 20, 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.
8pm. Soho Club, 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 for details.
Wednesday,
March 21, 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. The Soccer field on Taizi Rd. Shekou, Nanshan District.
Ladies
Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm-2am. True Color Guoqi, 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. Bar City-B Boss Club, GF, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi
Dong Lu. TEL (8620) 8386 2888
Hongkong
Martini Royale
Every Wednesday 50% off on all martinis from 10-11pm,
free martinis from 9-10pm.
9pm. Volar, BF, 38-44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong. For
more details, call (852) 2810 1510.
Thursday,
March 22, 2007
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Shenzhen
Ladies' Golf Day
8am. For more information, please call Isabelle at (86755)
2681 0062.
Merengue
Bachata Salsa Classes
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.
8pm. The Terrace, Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou.
For more details, call (86755) 2683 2775.
Ladies
Night Specials
Blue Hawaii, Dry Martini, Frozen Margarita, free 9pm to
midnight for pretty ladies.
9pm. 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. McCawley's, GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. TEL
(86755) 2668 4496
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