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Super Value National Day Package at Shangri-la Hotel Dalian
Take a treasure of an exceptional savings on our "National
Day Promotion" which available from 28th Sep to 7th
Oct 2008. Superior Room: RMB 980* per room per night.
Deluxe Room: RMB 1130* per room per night. Above room
rates are subject to 15% service charge. Single and double
occupancy are same rate. The rates are for room only basis,
daily breakfast is subject to an additional charge of
RMB 100++ per person. Add: 66 Renmin Road, Dalian, China.Tel:
(86 411) 8252 5000; Fax: (86 411)8252 5050. E-mail: slda@shangri-la.com;
Website: www.shangri-la.com
 Experience
Shanghai in October with a special offer
The JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai is offering a special accommodation
rate of just CNY1,388* (single or double occupancy in
a deluxe room) to celebrate the October national holidays.
This special rate also includes breakfast in Marriott
Cafe and is valid from September 26 - October 5, 2008.
Located on Nanjing West Road, the hotel is close to many
of Shanghai's landmarks such as the Shanghai Museum, Grand
Theatre and Museum of Contemporary Art. It is also just
a short walk from Xintiandi entertainment and dining precinct
as well as shopping malls. For reservations please call
(8621) 5359 4969.
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 Travel Information |
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Bangchui
Island Scenic Spot
The scenic spot is located in the east of Binhai Road,
9 kilometers away from the city center of Dalian. The
northern part is surrounded by a number of hills and mountains,
while the southern part is the beautiful beach and sea
area. 600 meters from the coast, there is a small island
like gen-seng whose local name is "bangchui".
Enjoy the sunshine, beach, and the sea, and get to know
the beautiful stories of the islands. Tickets: RMB20.
Tianmen
Mountain National Forest Park
Situated in 60 meters north of Zhuanghe Town, Tianmen
Mountain National Forest Park consists of 36 hills. The
Mountain is one of the most integrated forest ecosystems
in northern China, with 11 subtropical plants and more
than 300 species of animals such as sable and golden eagle.
All these make Tianmen Mountain an ideal place for scientific
expedition, adventure and eco-tourism. In addition to
natural landscape, there are also human landscapes such
as Qianfodong Temple (Thousand Buddha Cave Temple). Ticket:
RMB50. Please call (86411) 8929 5678 for more information.
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 Dining Out |
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| Uminosato
Restaurant
Uminosato first presented itself in 1995 specializing in
Japanese cuisine with Japanese service praised by guests
in and out of China. The new French Teppanyaki is now also
a special feature of our restaurant. No matter a gathering
of friends, or a business dinner, you can always find it
suitable. Address: 35 Renmin Road, Zhongshan District. TEL
(86411) 8280 7666
Gaoliyuan
BBQ Buffet
Gaoliyuan majors in Korean cuisine famous for its barbeque
buffet. Seafood here is really worth tasting. Besides, you
can also enjoy Japanese cuisine and Southeast Asian flavors.
Free drinks such as coffee and Sprite are also provided
here. While tasting the foreign food, you may indulge yourself
into the live piano performance. Address: Peace Square,
522 Zhongshan Road, Shahekou District. TEL (86411) 6298
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Health & Fitness |
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Sunshine
Fitness Club
Occupying an area of 2,000 square meters, Sunshine Fitness
Club features a variety of choices from body mechanics,
to indoor badminton, tennis, Taekwondo, table tennis and
billiards. Coaches with international certificates offer
you physical test and professional and scientific training
and diet plan for your health. Address: Happy E Home,
Wuyi Road, Shahekou District. TEL (86411) 8304 3390
Zenjoy
Yoga
Zenjoy Yoga is subordinate to Fascination, the professional
beauty care company with many years of experience. Here,
professional coaches will give you training instructions
in accordance with our scientific teaching system. In
Zenjoy, you can fully relax your body and mind, and enjoy
a happy hour with your friends. Address: 8-3 Zhongying
Jiayuan, 11 Chengren Street, Shahekou District. TEL (86411)
8450 9119
Tapei
Radiant Beauty & Skincare Center
Pamper yourself or treat a friend to a full service, high
quality Health Spa offering Facials, Chinese Therapy Massage,
Aromatherapy Massage, Foot Massage, and Chinese Medicine.
Our Spa has very high standards in cleanliness and Hygiene
in a very soothing atmosphere. High Quality for a reasonable
and competitive price. You can also enjoy the Expat Lending
"Kiva" Library while you are here. We're located
in the Manhattan Building A (off of Tianjin Street) Room
1101. For more information or directions call us at (86411)
8253 7079 or 8259 7072.
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 Relocations |
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Anju
Relocation Company
Founded in 2000, Anju offers companies and individuals
with professional moving and relocation services 24 hours
a day. As a company believing in honest operation, we
also serve the widowed elder for free. All staff of Anju
is dedicated to your convenience. For more about our service,
please call (86411) 8214 1993.
Dalian
Shunyuan Relocation Service
Dalian Shunyuan Relocation Service Company is a well-known
relocation service company, which boasts a group of well-trained
workers of high efficiency. The company always pursues
the best service to all the citizens and enterprises.
Come to our office or call us for further information.
Address: 65 Nanshan Road Zhongshan District. TEL (86411)
8179 5499
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Professional
Integrity Therapy Available
Integrity Therapy is not a mode of therapy, but a professional
commitment: to maintain professional integrity and foster
personal integrity. Each individual has different needs calling
for different approaches, thus Integrity Therapy utilizes
different methods, providing for individual and couples therapy.
Experienced as a counselor and therapist, with 9 years' practice
in the US and China, I have set up a small private practice
in Dalian. Major lines of business: Solution-Focused Therapy,
Analytic (Jungian) Therapy, Dream Analysis, Brief Dynamic
Therapy and Sandplay Therapy. Flexible & reasonable rates.
For more info call 134 78549380 or email: china.psyche@gmail.com |
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A team dedicated to the passion of wine welcomes you and
advices you to select the perfect wine. The only wines in
China imported from France with referred transportation
and conservation which allow you to enjoy the exact same
feelings as if you were in France! Wine for tonight diner,
a party, a special event, a present… Free delivery
within 2 hours in Dalian. Tasting every Thursday at 5pm
in our showroom at Huai Hua Da Sha, Floor 17-4, n°100
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Email: DCTwines@hotmail.com;
TEL (86411) 8439 0105 / 8832 9127.
Mingyang
Housekeeping Service
Mingyang not only provides maternal and child care service,
but also general house keeping service. All staff here are
well trained which guarantees a reassuring service to you.
Please contact us for more information. Address: 1-303,
497 Xinan Road, Shahekou District. TEL (86411) 8406 8329
Dalian
GB-trans
Functioning as the cultural bridge, GB-trans has successfully
established its brand image and maintains first-rate credibility
both within the translation circle and among the clients.
Boasting a team of well-experienced professionals in translation
and interpretation and following strict quality control
system, we are fully committed to offering timely, accurate
and culturally sensitive service tailored to each client's
specific goals. We do what you expect; and we always exceed
what you expected. Address: Room 803, Pearl River International
Building, 99 Xinkai Road, Xigang District TEL (86411) 8368
7089
Amy's
DVD and CD Emporium
A great assortment of good quality DVDs and CDs, with English
speaking staff to help you with all your needs. Fourth Floor,
Hyrise Electronic Plaza (across Vivo). For details, call
135 0074 5146. |
 Nightlife |
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| Viper
Club
Viper is a young club in this city. Enough parking spaces,
attentive service, and enough seats -- all you need to worry
is how to relax yourself and release your passion. Do you
want to enjoy a high night with our hot dancers in the hottest
music? Come to Viper, and make your heart younger! Address:
10-1-6 Classic Life, Wenlin Street, Zhongshan District.
TEL (86411) 8885 8788 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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Dalian International Film Festival Week
In addition to outdoor movies in and around town, there will be international films showing at the big movie theaters.
9:30am-5:55pm, September 6-13. Dalian Cinema TEL (86411) 8389 9110; Wanda Cinema TEL (86411) 8366 9988; AONA Cinema TEL (86411) 8431 3200
Peking Opera Performance Of "Zuo Gong", "Diao Jin Gui" And "Xiao Shang He"
Featuring: Xiao Di, Han Yana and Fu Peng. Admission: RMB30/50.
2pm, September 13. #1 Jinlin West Ln, Kunming Stress (West of Dalian Foreign Lang.Inst) TEL (86411) 8230 5411
"The Incredible Hulk"
Ticket selling for RMB55.
Showing at the Wanda Theaters across the Olympic Square TEL (86411) 8366 9988 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Sculpture Exhibition From Dalian Modern Museum
Admission: RMB30.
9am-5pm, from now on to September 14, #10 Exhibition Road Shahekou Area TEL (86411) 8480 1052
Oil Painting Exhibition
Admission: free.
9am-5pm, through September. South East Gallery - No.46, Youngjing Street, Xigang District TEL (86411) 8430 3318
Golden Pebble Beach Wax Museum
Admission: RMB30.
Daily 8:30am - 4:30pm. Jin Shi Tan Wax Museum, TEL (86411) 8790 2006
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Saturday, September 13, 2008
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Peking Opera Performance Of "Zuo Gong", "Diao Jin Gui" And "Xiao Shang He"
2pm. #1 Jinlin West Ln, Kunming Stress (West of Dalian Foreign Lang.Inst) TEL (86411) 8230 5411 |
 Upcoming Events |
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Opera Of "Hong Hu Chi Wei Dui" from Hubei Province Opera And Pantomime
Admission: RMB80/120/180/280/380/580/680/880.
7pm, September 19. Dalian Guang Dian Center Theater TEL (86411) 3981 9119/3981 9229
Mime Performance By Mr. Philippe Bizot Of France
Admission: RMB50/80/100/120 (RMB240 for a family, 3 people).
7pm, September 20. Dalian Development Area Concert Hall TEL (86411) 8793 5611
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 Community Announcements |
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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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of their life. We have anonymous email and chat features
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extra fun go online dating with your friends by using
our special Group Dating feature. Free VIP Membership
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Dalian International Sports Club Dalian
International Sports Club is a group of children and adults in the Dalian area who get together for both organized and informal sports activities. We have prepared a gymnasium with an inline hockey rink and indoor soccer (festal) court. The gymnasium is located at Jinhaiwan, 6 km from 5 color city towards Jinshitan. If taking the light rail line (qing gui) the gym is located in between the Bao Shui Qu and Shuang D Gang stations. From Kaifaqu, the #3 bus is convenient and stops nearby. We welcome members from all nationalities!
International Club of Dalian
The International Club of Dalian (ICD) is a community-based club for the ever-growing international community living here in Dalian. The objective of the ICD is to provide a social and business network to enrich the living experience for expatriates and their families living in and around Dalian. As a not-for-profit organization, ICD also supports and contributes to local charity and community services for those in need. Are you an expat newcomer or know of any new arrivals in Dalian, please encourage them to contact ICD! We are gathering contact information of new arrivals to the greater Dalian area with your help. To let us know of prospective members and newcomers, send an email to membership@icdalian.com with "Newcomers" in the subject line. Have any questions? Send an email to info@icdalian.com.
Discoveryland
Admission: 120rmb.
Golden Pebble Beach TEL (86411) 8790 3777. For details please visit www.discoveryland.cn
Dalian Scenic Tower
Admission: 50rmb/25rmb for child.
Daily 9:00am-4:00pm, Old Dalian TV Tower (behind Labour Park) TEL (86411) 8363 8345
English Lending Library
If you're looking for something to read in English, or have books that you want to donate, you should visit the KIVA lending library, a collection of books donated by the Dalian expat community. The library is located in Taipei Radiant Beauty & Skincare Center, which is located in the Manhattan Building A (off of Tianjin Street) Room 1101. The space has been very generously donated by the Taipei Radiant Beauty Center. For more information or directions call us at (86411) 8253 7079 or 8259 7072.
If you're new to Dalian and would like to get in touch with the local expat community or need information please send an email to dalian_05@hotmail.com and someone will contact you.
Xinghai Park
Admission 7rmb
7:00am-7:00pm. TEL (86411) 8469 2514
SunAsia Underwater Sea Aquarium/Polar Animal World
Admission 70rmb/80rmb (120rmb combined)
Daily 7:00am-4:00pm. TEL (86411) 8468 5136
Polar Animal World
Admission 90rmb
Daily 9:00am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8289 3000
Forest Zoo
Admission: Main Zone-Adult 40rmb/Child 20rmb; Zone 2: Adult 60rmb/Tram 20rmb
Daily 8:30am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8248 0694
Labour Park
Admission: 20rmb. Daily 6:30am-6:30pm TEL (86411) 8364 5363 |
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