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Antique Furniture |
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piece of antique Chinese furniture!
Chair
Elegant look comes from every detail of this chair starting from its black, shiny lacquer, over straight lines of cut wood to slightly curved edges on armrests and back of the chair. This very stylish high-back, high armed, black lacquer chair set has also an inset Chinese character in small golden tile in the back of the chair. With a small side table between them for some flower arrangement, porcelain vase or a sculpture it would be just perfect for your foyer.
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Fantastic Family Package at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Premier Room for 3 Days 2 Nights at RMB 2,188, Including: daily breakfasts for three persons / complementary one dinner for family/ welcome flowers and fruits basket/ welcome drink/ Late check out till 16:00/ enjoy beach volleyball for free/ free extra bed / Free use hotel bicycle for two hours per stay / Free round trip transportation service. Valid till September 29th, 2007, invalid during public holidays. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn. Hotel website: www.cpsanya.com. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile).
 Jazz Festival to Light up the Yalong Bay Beach
Jazz is coming the way of sunny beach and super-five-star Resorts in Sanya, as three Resorts giants, Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa and Sheraton Sanya Resort will lift the curtain of the first Yalong Bay Beach Jazz Festival. From April 26th to 29th, a special package for only RMB3600* for 3 nights, choosing either a garden view room or laguna view room at Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa, Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa or Sheraton Sanya Resort. And in-house guests of three Resorts entitle entrance FREE to the Jazz Festival. (* Service charge and daily breakfast for two persons are included.) For more information, please contact 0898 - 8856 8888 (Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa), 0898 - 8858 8888 (Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa), 0898 - 8855 8855 (Sheraton Sanya Resort).
 Enjoy a Great Deal During Labour Day Holiday at Ascott International China (Beijing)
Enjoy the Labour Day holiday with your loved ones at one of our exclusive serviced residences, well located in the heart of shopping and attractions in Beijing! All our residence units come with either 1, 2 or 3 separate bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, dining area and a spacious living room for a truly wholesome holiday! For more details, please click here. Validity: Apr 28 to May 7, 2007 (Units are subject to availability upon booking). For more information, call our Beijing reservations at (86-10) 6568 7868, China Toll Free Number at 800 820 1028 or email enquiry.beijing@the-ascott.com
 Leave Feeling Better Than When You Arrived
A breath of fresh air in all 448 bright and spacious rooms at the new Westin Guangzhou opens its doors on May. Located in Tian He district, the hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Guangzhou East Train Station and the CITIC Plaza Building. Watch the news as you soak in Westin's signature Heavenly Bath® in an open, seamless space with the much-coveted Heavenly Bed®. Our 71-sqm Renewal Rooms have massage chairs while the WestinWORKOUT® Rooms all feature Precor treadmill machines helping you keep your commitment to fitness easier. Stay and earn Double Starpoints from May until the 31st of August 2007. For reservations, please call 20-2826-6868 or email us at gz.reservations@westin.com or visit. www.westin.com/guangzhou
 May Holiday Package Valid from 30 April to 6 May, 2006
Take a beach break this May with Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya. Our May Holiday package is priced at just RMB 1,288 and includes daily breakfast and daily food & beverage credit of up to RMB300. Terms & conditions: The offer excludes 15% surcharge and RMB11/night/pax government tax. Nestled in a secluded bay with 300 meters private beach and stunning ocean view, the resort is the perfect getaway from bustling city life. Indulge in Angsana Spa by Banyan Tree, and a wide range of water sports, large outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi. Here, you can choose to relax and do nothing or simply everything. 10 minutes drive to Sanya Phoenix Int'l Airport and 15 minutes to downtown. For more information please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com; Tel: 86 898 3889 8888.
 The Place You'd Rather Be
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa is where people come to get renewed; to discover new insights; and to find themselves. With May Holiday package rate starting from RMB1,880 per room per night, from 1 to 7 May 2007 you'll receive: Accommodation in a Deluxe Room; Two Daily Hilton Breakfasts. *Above prices are subject to 15% service charge, government tax and availability. Tel: +86 898 8858 8888; Fax: +86 898 8858 8588; Email: sanya@hilton.com; Reservation: www.sanya.hilton.com
 Labour Day Holidays Room Special at TianLun International Hotel
May 1-5, 2007. RMB468 nett/room/night. Privileges:* Complimentary breakfast buffet for one; * Free broadband Internet in all guest rooms; * Free coffee and tea in all guest rooms; * Free use of hotel gymnasium and sauna; * Free parking. Reservation Hotline: (8620) 8393 6388; E-mail:sales@tianlun-hotel.com; Website: www.tianlun-hotel.com
 Hotel
Equatorial Qingdao Spring Promotion.
Newly renovated room only at RMB588+ from April 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
 Your May Holiday Fortune at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
From 27 April to 6 May 2007, pamper yourself at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai! Rates are starting from RMB 1,198 per night (15% surcharge). Upon check-in at the Front Desk, all guests staying on these room rates will get a chance to choose a fortune stick. The lucky guest will receive a gift ranging from a complimentary buffet breakfast, to cocktails at The Bar, and even a one night's complimentary stay! For more information please call (86 21) 6882 6888 or email reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com. Register at The LOOP, the Pudong Shangri-La e-Community HERE
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.
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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
 Spring Outcry
Spring Scream is an outdoor music festival held in early April each year at Kenting in southern Taiwan. The festival showcases a variety of music styles from bands both from Taiwan and overseas. This year Beijing has it own Spring OutCry which will feature the leading hip hop dancers, Scratch champions and award-winning DJs. 8pm-4am, April 18. Arena Club TEL (8610) 6587 2888\2666
 Creative Class Party
Creative queen Ai Wan, talent designer Wu Ying and music godfather You Dai will join hands with Li Mengxia and Charley to hold a relaxed but exciting party on April 18. Fashion photographer Chen Xu Renren, Chen Man and Feng Mei's visual workes will be displayed. Sexy and curvy beauty DJ will also be present to stir up the atmosphere. 8:30pm, April 18. China Doll TEL (8610) 6415 8695
 DJ Miss Behavin
DJ/Producer Miss Behavin' is one of the UK's most successful female DJs - not just by industry reputation but by popularity too demonstrated by her presence in the "Worlds Top 100 Female DJs" Poll. Her talents have taken her around the globe touring major cities across the UK, Ireland, across Asia, USA, South Africa, Canada, the Middle East, New Zealand, Australia and all over Europe, playing for clubs including Ministry of Sound, Es Paradis (Ibiza) & Charlys Angelz. This year her success continues with a recent signing to house label 'Audio Freaks' joining a number of top artists including Soulshaker, Digital Dog, Soulseekers & DJ Disciple. 8pm-2am, April 20. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
 Words Of Spring Breeze
The Spring is upon us and everything is rejuvenating, perhaps so does your love. Houhai Paradise will hold a themed party for those lonely souls on this Spring night accompanied by the pleasant breeze. Free admission, a cup of free cocktail for ladies before 9pm. 8pm-2am, April 20. Houhai Paradise TEL (8610) 8401 5076
 Trance Heaven Party
Windmill, patten, tulip, Suzie Wong will bring you a unique party tonight. All the trance music are from Holland which makes your dance step can't be stopped. RMB100 include a special cocktail. Free admission for the those from the Netherlands. Special offer for those Holland companies that book a whole table in advance. 8pm-2am, April 21. Susie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
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cuisines in Greenfish at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street
Greenfish presents a fresh and tasty 4-course Asparagus
Set Dinner for two at only RMB688 (food only) or RMB888 (inclusive
of a bottle of champagne) available every Friday and Saturday
evening. Enjoy Greenfish light lunch buffet at only RMB198 available
every day from 11:30am till 2:30pm. For reservations, please call
Greenfish at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street at (8610)
6601 6666. Greenfish welcomes you every day from 6:30am till 12midnight.
Prices are subject to 15% service charge.
 Copacabana
Meat & Seafood Combo
Roll out the turf and bring out the surf! A mouth-watering combination
of succulent churrascos meat followed by seafood skewers served
with an array of dipping sauces. 1 April - 30 April. CNY198 +
15% service charge / person. For reservations and inquiries, please
dial (8610) 8498 2288 ext 6178.
 Enjoy
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.
 Bloo
Dining Restaurant Offers Sumptuous Buffet Treats
Lunch buffet at RMB78 per person includes one soft drink while
Dinner buffet goes international at RMB98 per person. Mon &
Tues are Italian Pizza & Pasta Nights offering a complimentary
bottle of Italian Red Wine for parties taking at least 4 buffets.
Wed & Thur are Japanese Nights with Sushi, Sashimi and Japanese
BBQ plus a complimentary pot of Sake for parties taking at least
4 buffets. Fri are Beijing Hot Pot Nights with free flow Draft
Beer. Reservations: (8610) 8522 1999 ext 3621. Prices are subject
to 15% surcharge. Above buffet specials are not available on weekends
and special holidays as well as for organized events.
 Fresh!
at East 33
Enjoy and savor a mouthful of ocean bliss, Alaskan King
crab – the first in a series of unique seafood promotions,
complemented by a tour de force of delicate ocean catches such
as Brittany oysters, prawns, mussels, scallops and Maine lobsters
served on ice or fresh from the grill. Daily Seafood Buffet at
RMB 298+15% per person, including free flowing imported wines.
From April 2nd to April 30th,2007. Lunch and Dinner. For reservations
please call (8610) 6526 3388 ext. 5171.
 Kranzler's
Restaurant & Bar
Live! Every night at the Kranzler's where the Western
culinary world joins Eastern delicacies. Let Chefs from Kempinski
Hotel Beijing pamper you with the freshest market-products, crisp
salads, alluring starters, grilled lobsters, wok-fried crabs,
freshly steamed shrimps, a world of noodles, spiced stir-fries,
roasted carvings, tangy soups, lavish choice desserts & exotic
fruits and, and, and… all prepared right in front of you.
Dinner at RMB 288.00+15% per guest. For reservations, please call
(8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4105. Open from 6am to 12midnight daily.
 OrientalBay
International Hotel April 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
 Swissotel
Beijing: Seasonal Cuisines @ Happy Valley
In April, a fabulous Asparagus promotion will be held at Happy
Valley, where you can enjoy many fine dishes. In May, Chef Jacky
Chan Hong Kong and his team will prepare delicious and refreshing
dishes served with fresh fruit. For reservations or details: (8610)
6553 2288-2146.
Sophia's
- For the Italy Moment in Your Life
Sophia's pays homage to the traditional, authentic cuisine
of northern Italy in a classically, sophisticated yet warm, casual
atmosphere. Sophia's Chef Marino d'Antonio uses only the freshest
of ingredients, his preparation is meticulous, the presentation
divine with a range from fine classical cuisine to home made pastas
and wood fired pizzas. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8695.
 Fresh
Strawberry Margarita and Giant Skewer Meal
*Fresh Strawberry Margarita - Margaritas taste the best
straight up! April 1-30, RMB45 + 15%. *Giant Skewer Meal - Seafood,
meat, mixed and tropical fruit skewers, all kinds of skewers you
want! April 16-30. For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688
ext. 1849.
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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 Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here
 Take Advantage of May's Special Fares
Enjoy extra savings from Shanghai to Vancouver. One way fares are available for only RMB3, 200! Enjoy additional savings from Beijing to selected cities in Canada. Terms/restrictions apply. For more information and reservations, please contact an Air Canada office in Beijing (010) 6468-2001 or Shanghai (021) 6279-2999. Time is running out. Book today and save. Web site: www.aircanada.com
Your Professional Air Ticket Agent: Kaixing International Air Ticket Net
As one of the most professional international air ticket agents in China, we provide you the latest and the most comprehensive information about international fights coming and going from China. You give us a phone call or leave us a message, we will provide you all the necessary information for your trips. If you have any inquiry or want to make book an air ticket, please call us at 800 810 0322.
Dragon Century Tourism, A Middle East Travel Expert
Dragon Century Tourism Beijing Office is affilated to Dubai based Dragon Century Tourism LLC. Our mission is to serve our business and leisure clients who want to travel between China and the Middle East. We provide you visa, air ticket, hotel reservation and itineraries. Address: Room 616, Tower B, Xingfu Building, 3 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6466 6740
Finest Spring Outing Destination For You
If you are thinking about where to go for your Spring outing, Youlong International Ecological Wine Manor is definitely a good choice. Youlong is located in Miyun featuring European style castle which you can only see in fair tales. Here you can enjoy the newly-picked vegetables while tasting the fine wines provided by the owner of the manor. Under the guidance of a professional, you can even brew a bottle of wine by your self. Two-day trip costs RMB298/person, including food, accommodation and entertainment. For more info contact (8610) 5101 5858
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 The
Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Study Easier
Free lecture about Chinese Characters in English on 22nd April. Rmb1000/40hours, afternoon Promotion Beginner class start on 16th April 2007. For more information please feel free to call Dong Zhi Men Office: 010-6413 1547/48, Jian Guo Men Office: 010-6515 8278.
 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.
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Realman Fitness Club
A fitness paradise for those who live in the crowded Tiantongyuan in the northern part of Beijing, featuring advanced equipment as well as advanced fitness concept. We offer you a large range of fashionable gymnastics which will make your body fully relaxed and your mind confident. 10% off for 5-person group. 20% off for 10-person group. Address: 16th Gate, No. 26 Building, Tiantongyuan Xi San Qu, Changping District TEL (8610) 6412 2883
Join Pureness & Co. For More Benefits
Come to become a member of us, you can enjoy more preferential price and customized services, including dental care which is available at any of the chain stores of Pureness, priority in making reservation; two free teeth washing and oral check; 12% off on other dental items; free registration service. For more info contact each of Pureness's chain stores. Reservation hotline: (8610) 6602 2217
Top Fitness Club For You, Intelli Fitness
Intelli Fitness occupies two floors of the Intelli International Mansion, with a total area of around 3,000 squre meters. The club is divided into different function areas such as training area, leisure area, bath and care area, and etc. Multiplized group training courses will provide you the most fashionable options. In addition to normal aerobics gymnastics, our club also features the newest group training course such as yoga, Latin dancing, street dancing, kickboxing, and dynamical bicycling. Seven super valuable training packages at different price, time, and content available now. Address: 18, Zhongguancun East Street, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8260 1166
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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
Litong Home Moving Service
A professional home moving company that not only provides office moving service, but also personal belonging packaging and furniture moving, we have more than 100 vehicles of various types to meet your special demands and about 600 staff who are well-trained to provide you qualified moving service. Equipped with advanced computerized management, we are able to offer you timely, considerate and safe moving service. Starting price: RMB150 for individual and RMB160 for business. More info and reservation on (8610) 8277 1349
Iron Man (Tie Ren) Home Moving Company
We are a large size home moving and freigt delivery company providing you a wide array of services ranging from individual home moving, furniture installing/dismantling to air-conditioner moving and household service with our extensive network that covers each district of Beijing. We provide cardbox and various necessary stuff ensure the safetey of your belongings. Luxury moving package: RMB1200/vehicle; economical moving package: RMB1000/vehicle. Ordinary home moving starting price: RMB150 for individual and RMB160 for companies. TEL 800-610-0506
Xin Xing Relocation & Freight Company
Xin Xing Relocation and Freight Company combines home moving with freight service. We not only help you move from place to place, but also dispose your unwanted furnitures for you. Our devoted staff is skillful in wrapping up your particles and move them around. Seeing is believing! We welcome you become one of our clients and enjoy our expertise service. Starting price: RMB150. Reservation hotline: (8610) 6289 0683
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