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 Summer
Promotions at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang
District, close to China World Trade Center and amid the
thriving business and retail district. It lavishes top
executives with discreet service and efficient business
support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. Now
enjoy a comprehensive range of apartments sizes from 1-bedroom
suites to 3-bedroom suites with special rates starting
from RMB1300+ per residence per night, effective till 31
July 2008. Ascott The Residence is managed by Ascott International.
For details check at http://www.the-ascott.com/en/china/beijing/ascott_beijing.html
China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Weekend
Getaway Package in Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites
Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites getaway
package is available on every Fri, Sat and Sun valid till
August 31, 2008. Superior Room at RMB838nett and Panorama
Suite at RMB1068nett, include complimentary breakfast
for two, RMB100 allowance for buffet lunch or dinner per
day, free broadband internet, one free parking lot, free
local call, late check out till 14:00. For reservation
please call 800 830 4088 or 400 884 0888 (mobile user).
Email: reservation@crowneplazananjing.com
 Hotel
Kunlun is Pleased to Present a Special Offer in Conjunction
with Selected Room Reservations
Guests with room reservations of three nights or longer
are entitled to one dinner voucher! Terms and Conditions:
This voucher is valid only at Skyline Cafe's Beer Garden
BBQ set menu, or at Keikoku Japanese Restaurant's Robatayaki
Grill Buffet | Double-occupancy rooms may enjoy a 30%
discount on Beer Garden BBQ set menu or Robatayaki Buffet
for the 2nd guest, 30% discount may only be honored at
the same time and venue as complimentary voucher is redeemed
| Offer valid from 1 June 2008 to 31 July 2008 | Voucher
not redeemable for cash | Hotel Kunlun reserves the right
to amend all terms and conditions without prior notice
| Kindly present this voucher and your room key to the
restaurant manager upon arrival. Tel: (8610) 6590 3388
- 5047.
 JW
Marriott Hotel Shanghai Offers Meetings At Special Rates
Between June and August, the 5 star luxury
hotel is offering an amazing deal on meeting packages
for meeting planners. Packages start from just RMB580+
per person (minimum 10 delegates) including room hire,
individual fresh fruit platter on arrival, free flow
of coffee and tea throughout the meeting hours and a
light lunch. Room rates for meeting packages start from
RMB1200+ (minimum of 10 rooms). This unbeatable value
meeting package can also earn meeting planners double
'Marriott Rewards' points, which can be redeemed for
free room nights, upgrades, special travel packages,
banquets and weddings. For reservations please call:
(8621) 5359 4969.
 Arrive
in Style
Kempinski is offering a complimentary airport
transfer to guests who reserve the 'Best Available Rate'
for any Executive Floor room or suite for a stay between
1 March 2008 and 31 December 2008. If you reserve a
one-night stay, Kempinski is offering a complimentary
airport transfer on arrival and, if you reserve a stay
of two nights or more, two-way airport transfers will
be provided. To make your booking use the online booking
tool and select the 'Best Available Rate' and make sure
you guarantee with a credit card and make note of you
flight arrival time so we can organise the transfer.
For reservations, please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388
ext. 5522 / 5533; E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 China-Italy Friendship Month at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Throughout the month of June in China's Olympic year, the hotel will be hosting a China - Italy friendship month in recognition of the birth of the Italian republic on June 2nd. All Italian citizens will be entitled to numerous benefits and discounts throughout June at the hotel and to ensure the friendship month is a memorable occasion, the hotel will be featuring an Italian food and beverages festival. Please visit the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing website at www.marcopolohotels.com for further information, or call (8610) 5963 6688 Ext. 6420 for reservations.
 Marco
Polo Shenzhen Summer Club Promotion
RMB 1000++ for Single Room, includes: Free
access to Continental Club Floor, providing: Complimentary
Breakfast(6:30am-10:30am) & Cocktails (5:30pm-8:30pm)
| Complimentary use of Boardroom (4 hours) | Complimentary
pressing for 2 pieces per day | 30% discount of Laundry
service | Complimentary use of Broadband Internet in
room & Wi-Fi in Public Areas | Free use of Fitness
Center facilities. Add RMB150 for upgrade to Deluxe
Suite. Reservation: (86 755) 3339 7736 * Valid from
May 1st to July 31st, 2008 * Subject to 15% service
charge and tax * Package can not be used in conjunction
with any other discount or promotional offers * Package
is subject to availability and advanced reservation
required.
 New
World Hotel Wuhan
Perfectly situated in the heart of Hankou's
business district, the truly deluxe hotel enjoys a premier
location. Stylish decor rooms, exceptional personal
service will ensure you a most memorable and pleasant
stay. In this May & June, hotel will offer special
rate starting from RMB628++. For reservations, please
call (8627)8380 8888; China Toll Free: 400 8818 225;
International Toll Free: +800 3060 2008; or Email: enquiry@wuhan.newworldhotels.com
 Weekend
Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer
a weekend special rate of *RMB908 with 1 night stay until
31 August 2008. Including the value of RMB100 for hotel
F&B allowance per stay; complimentary 1 daily buffet
breakfast; complimentary broadband and wireless internet
access in-room as well as in public areas; use of gym,
sauna and tennis court; free shuttle bus service to the
Maglev Train / Subway Station, Shanghai Science &
Technology Museum (the Market); please call: (8621) 5130
0000 for reservations. * F&B allowance is non-refundable,
non accumulative and cannot exchange to cash. * Subject
to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays,
Saturdays or Sundays.
 Summer
Holiday Package @ Sheraton Sanya Resort
Spending your holiday at China's most prestigious
holiday spot, Yalong Bay and staying at the award-winning
Sheraton Sanya Resort - a perfect blend of tropical
indulgence. Enjoy first class relaxation with complimentary
Mandara Spa and food & beverage gift vouchers. We
will also look after your little one while you unwind
in your room with movie viewings from our DVD selection.
Because you don't just stay here. You belong. Rates
start from CNY1588 net, including two breakfasts and
more value added benefits. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya
or call +86-898-8855 8451, e-mail sanya.res@sheraton.com
for more information.
 Book
Your Next Meeting at The Westin Beijing, Financial Street
Coming together is just the beginning. A place
to gather inspiration. A freefall to success. Book your
next meeting at The Westin Beijing, Financial Street,
the place your team will soar. For a minimum of 15 accommodation
rooms or meeting for 25 people. Receive one complimentary
room night in a Westin room and a complimentary welcome
gathering for your delegation. As well as earn triple
Starpoints® for use in any Starwood Property worldwide
with no blackout dates. This exclusive offer is valid
until 30 June 2008 and subject to 15% service charge.
To make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866.
 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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Emu Ecological Park
Located in Wuxing Village, covering an area of nearly 2,000 mu, Sunwah Emu Ecological Park is the biggest emu breed farm in this world. In this ecological park, you can not only see emus and ostriches, but also can "adopt" emus. Admission: RMB10. Address: Wuxing Village, Taihe Town, Qingxin County, Qingyuan City TEL (86763) 5389 343
Fulinyuan Scenic Spot
Fulinyuan is situated in the suburb of Lianshan County, with only five minutes' walk to Lianshan County. Here, you can enjoy the exclusive Zhuang & Yao folk culture heritage-flaming lion dance, the Zhuang & Yao customs evening party, and the one and only original ecological forest reserve in Guangdong. In this beautiful world, you will surely feel much happier and vigorous! Ticket: RMB50. TEL (86763) 8515 878
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 Dining Out |
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 Il
Forno at Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou Launches A New Menu
Enjoy Italian at its best at Il Forno, Guangzhou's
premier Italian restaurant, which offers rich choices
of fresh seafood, steaks, oven-baked pizza, pasta, antipasti,
soups and more. The new menu at il Forno starts mid March.
Prices start from RMB70++. Il Forno is located on Level
2, Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou. For enquires and reservation,
please call our F&B Reservations hotline at (8620)
8917 6498 or email to fbreservation.slpg@shangri-la.com
 Seafood
Extravaganza
Our Executive Chef Bart van den Brink and his culinary
team are committed to providing a variety of new and exciting
dining experiences. "The Exchange" Seafood Buffet
dinner on the weekends celebrates the bounty of the sea
with stunning items from imported oysters, scallops, crabs,
prawns and so much more awaits the palates of seafood
lovers. Pamper your family and friends to our sunning
Seafood Buffet and indulge your weekends with us! Adult:
RMB288+15% include free flow of red / white wine and local
beer; Child: RMB148+15% with free flow of soft drink.
Tel: (86-755) 8383 8888; Website: www.sheraton.com/shenzhen.
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 |
 Relocations |
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Fulin Home Moving Service Center
Founded in 1999, Fulin has won a prize for its good quality, service and honesty in 2004. With dozens of experienced and high-quality staff and dozens of vehicles, we provide services to companies, factories and individuals on house moving, factory moving, office moving, air conditioner demounting and fixing etc. Address: No. 168, West of Huangpu Street, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8750 0161
Yunfu Home Moving Company
Yunfu Home Moving Company is a professional home moving service provider that can help you move around town with ease. We are mainly specializing in home moving, dismantle and installation of furniture and air conditioners, cleaning and long-distance transportation. For an inquiry or more information about us, please call (86) 1346 5511 474.
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Property/Real Estate |
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Yongli Mansion Welcomes You
Located in Yongtai Road, Baiyun District, Yongli Mansion is a whole new apartment especially for white-collar workers. 24-hour security system and computer monitoring can ensure your safety. Ordinary rooms are 40-48 square meters, furnished with water heater, beds, wardrobe, computer tables, telephones, cable TV and Broad Band. Standard rooms RMB550-650 per month/Luxury rooms RMB850 per month. All rooms have independent kitchen, toilet and balcony, good lighting and ventilation. TEL (8620) 8605 8796
A Two-Bedroom Apartment For Rent
80 square meters, sixth floor, furnished with 29-inch Sony television, refrigerator, washing machine, water heater, sofa, tables, beds, closet and everything you need for life, the apartment is located in Taihuajinxiu Town, Baoan District of Shenzhen. It is quite comfortable for white-collar workers and families. Rent: RMB1,880 per month. TEL (86755) 8885 1663 |
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Huazhang Translation
Huazhang Translation Company is a professional language service provider that has been specializing in localization. With our accurate and timely service, we have established cooperation relationship with our clients and enjoyed a high reputation among them. Address: 29D Jingyuan Building, South of Taoyuan Rd, Nanshan District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 2606 3045
Yujiang Decoration Company
Established in 1998, Yujiang Decoration Company specializes both in design and construction. We are one of the first batch of decoration companies that have been recommended across China. Projects of high quality and of high grade are our pursuit, and our commitment to our clients. Address: No. 186, West of Huangpu Rd, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8751 1176/8526 4207
Daxinya Translation
Daxinya Translation was incorporated in 2003 and has set up branches in Dongguan, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Taizhou of Zhejiang and Hong Kong. We can provide translation of 70 languages. Our translators and interpreters are language and culture sensitive and experienced in many specialties. The specialties we have been involved in include technical translation, business translation, legal translation, literary translation and interpretation. Head office address: 7F, Building A, No. 48, XiangzhouYinhua Road, Zhuhai TEL (86756) 2261 921 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Canton Textile Machinery 2008
June 9-11, China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
Canton Fabric
2008
June 9-11, China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
China International
Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair
June 13-16, Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620)
3623 5686
The Sixth China
Guangzhou International Autos Parts Expo
June 8-10, Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620)
3623 5686
Guangzhou International
Lighting Exhibition + Electrical Building Technology China
June 8-11, China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
Martell Artists
of the Year 2008
June 12-29, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
A New Born From
the New Generation-Zhang Suiyang's Picture Works Exhibition
June 6-26, Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
June 1-15, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
May 22-June 10, Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620)
8737 4468
Shenzhen
The Second Tea Culture Exhibition 2008
June 13-15, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center
TEL (86755) 8290 6073
2008 Shenzhen
International Auto Show
June 5-9, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL
(86755) 8290 6073
Xi Lang's Painting
Exhibition
June 5-July 31, Mangrove West Coast, TEL (86755) 2678 9999
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
May 18-June 29, J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503 |
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June 9, 2008
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Canton Textile Machinery 2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Canton Fabric
2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
The Sixth China
Guangzhou International Autos Parts Expo
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686
Guangzhou International
Lighting Exhibition + Electrical Building Technology China
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
2008 Shenzhen
International Auto Show
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
8290 6073
Yueju Opera:
Ming-Shi
Shenzhen Grand Theatre TEL (86755) 8210 7987
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503
Tuesday,
June 10, 2008
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Canton Textile Machinery 2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Canton Fabric
2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
The Sixth China
Guangzhou International Autos Parts Expo
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686
Guangzhou International
Lighting Exhibition + Electrical Building Technology China
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503
Wednesday,
June 11, 2008
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Canton Textile Machinery 2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Canton Fabric
2008
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Guangzhou International
Lighting Exhibition + Electrical Building Technology China
China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620)
8913 1228
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503
Thursday,
June 12, 2008
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Martell Artists of the Year 2008
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503
Friday,
June 13, 2008
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Hu Xubing & Lu Huiliang Conducting Concert
Tickets selling for RMB100-380.
8pm. Symphony Hall of Xinghai Concert Hall TEL (8620) 8776
8558
Liu 2 National
Tour Guangzhou Station
9:30pm-11:30pm. 191 SPACE TEL (8620) 8737 9375
China International
Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686
The Second Tea
Culture Exhibition 2008
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
8290 6073
Martell Artists
of the Year 2008
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
A New Born From
the New Generation-Zhang Suiyang's Picture Works Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Exhibition: The
Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503
Saturday,
June 14, 2008
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12 Cellos Ensemble Concert
8pm-10pm. Chamber Music Hall of Xinghai Concert Hall TEL
(8620) 8776 8558
Rao Shuxing Zither
Concert
8pm-10pm. Chamber Music Hall of Xinghai Concert Hall TEL
(8620) 8776 8558
China International
Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686
The Second Tea
Culture Exhibition 2008
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
8290 6073
Martell Artists
of the Year 2008
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468
A New Born From
the New Generation-Zhang Suiyang's Picture Works Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Painting Exhibition
of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468
Tree-Life-Annual
Ring: Chen Yongqiang Tradit | | | |
