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 Hotel Deals |
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 Summer
Olympics Offer 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
our Olympics guests with discreet service and efficient
support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. Between
1 August and 31 August 2008, stay in our luxurious 1-bedroom
suites with special rates starting from RMB3600 per
residence per night. 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
 Doubletree
by Hilton Beijing Meeting Special Rate
RMB480+/person/day. *Full Day Delegate Package (8 hours),
including: Suitable meeting room | Twice Coffee &
Tea break with snacks or pastries | Featured buffet
lunch | State-of-the-art audio/ visual equipment | Complimentary
meeting amenities: paper, pen, mineral water, meeting
mint | Above rate is based on a minimum of 15 delegates.
Reservation Line: (8610) 6338 1820; E-mail: events.dtbeijing@hilton.com.
* Above rate is valid till 31st December 2008 * Above
rate is subject to 15% surcharge * Above rate is subject
to hotel availability * Prior reservation is requested
* Hotel reserve the right of final interpretation.
 Experience
the Coolest Meetings and Conventions
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa is offering special meeting
packages valid until June 30, 2008. The full day meeting
package is available from RMB420+ per person while half
day meeting package is on offer from RMB288+ per person
which includes use of meeting room, morning and/or afternoon
coffee break and a choice of plated lunch. These meeting
packages are subject to terms & conditions and valid
for a minimum of 50 delegates. Tel: (86 898) 8858 8888;
Fax: (86 898) 8858 8588. Email: sanya@hilton.com;
Website: www.hiltonworldresorts.com
 Leave
it up to us! Meeting Concierge Package at Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center
For just RMB 1398+15% surcharge per person, Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center extends a fabulous package
that includes: Overnight stay in a superior room with
complimentary buffet breakfast | Use of one meeting
room from 8 am to 5pm | Coffee/tea throughout the meeting
| Morning and afternoon coffee breaks with selection
of snacks | One business lunch at Kranzler or Dragon
Palace | Bottled water and mints served during meeting
| Standard meeting stationary | Minimum of 10 persons.
Valid July 1st until December 31st 2008. For enquires,
please call Mr Schuster Andreas, Conferences & Events
Manager at (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4180 or e-mail: andreas.schuster@kempinski.com
 Marco
Polo Shenzhen Summer Club Promotion
RMB1000++ for Single Room, includes: Free access to
Continental Club Floor, providing: Complimentary Breakfast
(6:30am–10:30) & Cocktails (5:30pm–8:30pm)
| Complimentary use of Boardroom | 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. Valid till 31st
August 2008. Regular Floor rates starts from RMB968++,
includes: Complimentary American breakfast | Free Broadband
access | Free local calls | Guaranteed late check-out
until 4pm | 500 Mileage point from airline partners.
Valid till 31st August 2008. Tel: (86 755) 8298-9888;
Fax: (86 755) 3322-7777; Email: shenzhen@marcopolohotels.com;
Website: www.marcopolohotels.com
 Pullman
Sanya Yalong Bay Resort & Spa
Located in Yalong Bay, Sanya, with 78 pool view guest
rooms and 115 unique resort villas. A great opportunity
to experience our villas with a special offer until
30 September, 2008. For only RMB 1,899 nett per night
- including buffet breakfast for two and 15% service
charge (Minimum 2 nights stay), you will be able to
enjoy our 150 sqm Superior Villa with your own private
swimming pool. Find out more surprises we have for bookings
made 5 days in advance. Please contact, Tel: (86 898)
8858 5123, Fax: (86 898) 8858 5121, E-mail: rsvn@pullman-sanya-resort.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
Getaway - Rejuvenation Package @ Sanya Marriott Resort
& Spa
Pamper your body with one of Quan's authentic
spa treatments. Refresh your mind with a specially prepared
beachside yoga session, and tantalize your taste buds
with uniquely prepared healthy, lifestyle cuisine. At
Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa, we help you look for
the "Source of Your Rejuvenation". Rejuvenation
Package starts from 3,988 RMB / 2 nights includes: *
Round trip airport transfers. * Luxurious accommodation.
* Daily breakfast for two. * Your choice of one of three
spa treatment for two. * Complimentary beachside Yoga
session. * Free use of tandem bike for one hour and
more...* Valid until October 31, 2008, terms and conditions
apply. Book now: (0898) 8856 1133 or book online: www.sanyamarriottresort.com
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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
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 Travel Information |
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Jiulongjian
Ecological Tourism Zone
Situated in the north of Maofeng Mountain, near to the
Forest Park, Jiulongjian has nine natural mountain streams
in it. It is one of the largest flower bases and agro-ecological
tourism areas in Guangzhou. You can enjoy more than
10 hectares of gerbera and other seasonal flowers, and
also 16 different kinds of roses. Address: Huakeng Village,
Liangtian County, Baiyun District, Guangzhou TEL (8620)
8632 2247
Lotus
Hill
Located in the north of central Shenzhen, Lotus Hill
got this name for its shape looking like lotus. It is
the largest public green space in Central District,
with Lotus Hill built here. There is kite square, Guan
Shanyue Art Museum and other scenic spots around here.
At the top of the hill, you will find Deng Xiaoping's
sculpture with 6 meters tall which is becoming another
landmark of Shenzhen. Address: Hongli Xilu, Futian District.
Call (86755) 8306 7950 to contact Lotus Hill Park.
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 Dining Out |
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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
 Pizza
& Beer
Come and watch the Olympic Summer Games while enjoying
our special Pizza & Beer at the Havana Lounge. Price is
just RMB 58 which will definitely enhance your appetite,
Valid till August 31, 2008. For more information, please
call (86-755) 8383 8888.
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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Guangzhou
Chuangyi Relocation Company Limited
Founded in 1996, Chuangyi has won good reputation through
its professional relocation service in over ten years.
We are committed to provide service for organizations
and individuals with moving and logistics. Assisting
services such as dismantling and installing of air conditioners
and furniture, and moving of valuables like pianos are
also available. More than 100 employees with dozens
of trucks are ready to respond to your needs. Please
call (8620) 8754 4595 to get us.
Shenzhen
Wanjiale Relocation Service
As one of the earliest relocation service companies
in Shenzhen, Wanjiale has developed into a professional
relocation company providing all-in-one services including
packaging and moving. We not only focus on relocation
of individuals and corporations, but also consigning
and moving of heavy equipments, and maintenance of household
appliances. Headquarter address: Zhongshen Park, Caitian
Road, Futian District, Shenzhen. TEL (86755) 8836 2248
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Property/Real Estate |
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Rooms
In Huijia Apartment For Rent
Newly decorated rooms with 24-hour security management.
The apartment is furnished with everything you need for
a better life, such as broad band and cable TV. with large
supermarkets, schools, kindergartens, banks and hospitals
nearby. RMB480 for a single room. In Huijia, you will feel
like "huijia (back home)." Address: 9 Jiushiling,
Xiaogang, Xinshi County, Baiyun District, Guangzhou. TEL
(8620) 3621 7594
Apartment
In Shenzhen For Rent
With one bedroom and one living room, the finely decorated
38-square meters apartment is in Yinhui Mingju, which is
the first choice for white collars. 24-hour automatic video
monitoring system brings you safe living environment. The
community is near the Phoenix Mountain. RMB1600 for one
month. Address: Jinbi Road, Yinhu Bus Terminal, Luohu District,
Shenzhen. TEL (86) 1591 4128 186 |
 Services |
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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
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+86-755 8367-1598 Fax: +86-755 8367-1698; E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com,
hongkong@lehmanbrown.com,
shenzhen@lehmanbrown.com
Guangzhou
Xingwang Decoration Company Limited
Xingwang Decoration was established in 1999, and now has
nearly ten year of experience in designing, construction,
and after-sales service. We mainly focus on interior and
exterior decorations of factories, villas, houses, hotels
and offices, and other steel works such as aluminum windows
and glass doors. Your satisfaction is our success. Address:
168 West of Huangpu Avenue, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8756
1095
Shenzhen Fairland Information Limited
Since its launch in March 2003, Fairland Information Limited
has specialized in document translation, interpretation,
desktop publishing, localization and outsourcing. After
many years of exploration in translation sector, we have
developed an effective management system and accumulated
abundant experience in project management. We are also
member of the Localization Industry Standards Association
(LISA) and Shenzhen Translators Association Council. Address:
B2704, Huangdu Plaza, Yitian Road, Shenzhen. TEL (86755)
8386 5406
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 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Guangzhou
The National Art Exhibition Celebrating The 30th Anniversary
Of China's Reform And Opening-up Policy
August 1-20. Guangdong Art Museum TEL (8620) 8737 40 0555
7788
Art Exhibition
July 27-August 31, 2 Qu 19 Gallery. TEL (8620) 8557 1025
Silver
Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
July 18-August 8, Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
July 15-October 13. Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365
9380
Ju
Chao & Ju Lian Painting Exhibition
June 18-August 18. Guangzhou Museum of Art TEL (8620)
8365 9380
Shenzhen
Shenzhen International Home Textiles Exhibition
August 3-6. Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center
TEL (86755) 9600 0555
Great
Wall Of Steel: Exhibition Of The Achievements Of New China's
National Defense And Army Building
August 10-13, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center.
TEL (86755) 9600 0555
Poetic
Pursue: Liu Wen's Painting Exhibition
August 9-September 5, Gefeng Arts Center. TEL (86755)
2784 7605
Zero
Blureo: Liang Guyi's Painting Exhibition
August 9-September 7, Lemon Gallery. TEL (86755) 2766
4071
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
July 29-August 10, Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755)
8243 8390
Painting
Exhibition: Fresh Eyes '08/Negative
July 19-August 18. He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755)
2660 4540 |
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August 4, 2008
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Wu Ying & Shao Danshuang Piano Explanation
Concert
Tickets: RMB20-80. Shenzhen Poly Theatre. TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Shenzhen
International Home Textiles Exhibition
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
9600 0555
Silver
Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
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Shenzhen International Home Textiles Exhibition
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
9600 0555
Silver
Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
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Shenzhen International Home Textiles Exhibition
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755)
9600 0555
Silver
Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Thursday, August 7, 2008
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Silver Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Friday, August 8, 2008
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Silver Day: Huang Wei's Exhibition
Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Saturday, August 9, 2008
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Guangdong Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
Sunday, August 10, 2008
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Great Wall Of Steel: Exhibition Of The Achievements
Of New China's National Defense And Army Building
Free for entry. Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center.
TEL (86755) 9600 0555
Guangdong
Chinese Landscape Painters Exhibition
Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. TEL (86755) 8243 8390
Spanish
Art Exhibition: The Blacksmiths' Alchemy
Guangzhou Art Museum TEL (8620) 8365 9380
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 Hongkong
Happenings |
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 The
Edge has a new face and is setting Hong Kong alight,
becoming even more dynamic than before.
Happy Hour starts every night at 6pm till 9, where
all drinks are half price! The Edge provides for
every taste, Monday is Talent Scout, Tuesday is
'Wall Street' where there are drinks promotions
all night, Wednesday boasts the top Latino night
in town, Thursday and Friday is 'Live Wire' with
bands playing a wide selection of your favourate
covers and some original tracks as well!... Saturday
is 'Honey' the HIP-HOP night that is on everyone's
schedule, where the edge rocks till gone 6 in the
morning, Full full information on the club and all
these events just visit www.edgehk.com
Tel 2523 6690, or email info@edgehk.com. |
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 Community Announcements |
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 Charity
In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental
organizations operating in China doing so much great
work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer?
You can sign-up to receive periodic information
about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy
family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
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 The
Next Evolution in Online Dating
Special Offer - Free VIP Membership to
the first 20,000 people to joinwww.yuanlaishini88.com |
Shenzhen
Wanted: Hug Volunteers
Shekou Women's Intl Club is in great need of volunteers
who can cuddle, show love and care for the children
of the orphanage that they have been supporting
for years. Orphanage visit is scheduled every Tue
and Wed afternoons and Friday mornings. For donation
and other inquries, please contact Ms. Judene Irvine
at sjirvine10@shekou.com.
SZ Toastmaster's
Club
Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 7-9pm.
For the venue and other details, please visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org
SZ Mandarin
Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. 7pm.
For details, please call Karen at 135 60774706 or
visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org
New Experience
Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.
7pm. For details, call Nina at 130 66960377 or visit
www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org
New Expat
in Shenzhen?
Join the International Women's Club (SWIC) if you
are looking to make new friends and people who know
Shekou and Shenzhen very well. Visit www.swiconline.com
for details.
Guangzhou
Kid's Club
Various activities for kids, RMB30 (half hour),
membership required. Monday-Friday, 10am-8pm, Cangaroo
Stop, Rm 104, 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu. Call (8620) 8551
3838 for more details.
Modern
Dance Classes
At Tip-top Modern Arts Studio, 13 Shui Yin Heng
Lu, Sha He Ding. Please contact Ms Huang at (8620)
8704 9512/8704 7009 for details.
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