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Each
week we highlight a pet that you can help adopt or foster
in Shanghai!
SCAA
is Shanghai's privately run animal protection association,
founded and supported by the expatriate community and dedicated
to saving the lives of homeless companion animals. SCAA
helps facilitate adoption of abandoned animals, educate
about pet care, and support animal shelter projects. For
more information please visit scaashanghai.org
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 Crowne
Plaza Sun Palace Beijing Grand Opening
Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing opened its door in northeast
of Chaoyang districted easy connected to CBD. The Crowne
Plaza Sun Palace Beijing features 540 upscale rooms and
suites, 6 restaurants and bars, comprehensive space and
services for small to large meetings and events. With
its official opening, the hotel adds additional 4000 sqm
function space to Beijing and creates the newest "Place
to Meet" in the capital. Tel: (8610) 6429 8888; Fax:
(8610) 6429 0888; E-mail: info@cpsunpalace.cn;
Website: www.crowneplaza.com;
Reservation toll-free Number(china): 400 88 40 888.
 Introductory
Room Rate at Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen opened for business on 23
October 2008 in the heart of Futian. To celebrate this
occasion, the hotel offers preferential benefits including
an introductory room rate and special privileges on food
and beverage consumption. Represent saving of 50 per cent,
guests can experience Shangri-La's legendary hospitality
starting from RMB1,280 per night for a Deluxe room, single
or double occupancy. The offer is valid until 31 January
2009, and is subject to availability and a 15 per cent
service change. For enquiries, please call us at (86 755)
8828 4088 and we look forward to welcoming you to Futian
Shangri-La, Shenzhen.
 Beijing
Getaways
Where else can you mix a hint of the Forbidden with a
hint of fun? History, shopping and high - tech? Nourish
your body, mind and soul? Discover the best of all worlds
in one world-class location - the new Hilton Beijing Wangfujing.
Valid till the end of November. Starting from RMB1350.
For a minimum two nights accommodation in a Deluxe room
enjoy daily RMB200 dining voucher that can be used in
any of our four innovative restaurants and bars. Tel:
(8610) 5812 8888; Fax: (8610) 5812 8886; Website: www.wangfujing.hilton.com
 November
Room Rate Promotion at Hotel Kunlun
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's November Room rate promotion.
A great price gets you a Deluxe Room with complimentary
broadband internet and fitness center access. Price inclusive
of one buffet breakfast: RMB 1080 net. Hotel Kunlun is
also offering a promotional price for an Executive Deluxe
Room, with one executive buffet breakfast, complimentary
laundry and pressing, wake-up beverage, 24-hour butler
service, all day fruits and beverages, Afternoon Tea,
and Happy Hour: RMB 1580 net. Reservations are required
in advance and are subject to availability. For further
information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations
Department at: (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us:
res@hotelkunlun.com
 Howard
Johnson All Suites Hotel Suzhou Winter Package
The Howard Johnson All Suites Hotel Suzhou is located
at the cross street of JinJiHu Avenue and XingGang Street
of Suzhou Industrial Park and enjoy views of the JinJi
Lake. It is within the walking distance of the water town
which integrates entertainment, shopping, sightseeing,
leisure and culture. Winter Package valid from Dec 1st,
2008 to Feb 28th, 2009. RMB780nett (Monday to Thusday
only) The benefits include: One night Deluxe Suite (68sqm)
accommodation; Daily RMB100 off used in hotel restaurant
(buffet or a-la cart only); One complimentary daily buffet
breakfast; Free use of Fitness Facilities (include swimming
pool and Gym); Free broadband access. TEL: (86 512) 6298
6666.
 The
Largest 5-star Beachfront Resort in China
Howard
Johnson Resort Sanya Bay is the largest resort in China.
1160 sea view guest rooms and 38 luxuries villas provide
you a new oasis; 2700-square-meter meeting space with
contemporary meeting facilities ensure you an ideal communication
venue; 3000-square-meter sea view lobby attracts you with
the refreshing sea breeze; 4500-square-meter swimming
pool sooths your body and soul; 140 MU tropical garden
extends with the romance of the sea into the land. With
its Asian influenced contemporary design and state of
the art facilities, the hotel offers to the leisure traveler
and meetings guest alike, the highest level of service.
Tel: (86 898) 3888 8888; Email: reservations.resortsanya@hojochina.com
 Be
Here For The 1st Anniversary Of Marriott's 3,000th Hotel
Come and join in on all the festivities and celebrate
the one-year anniversary of the JW Marriott Hotel Beijing.
Incredible anniversary room package rates are available
and includes a full buffet breakfast and party tickets.
Anniversary room rates: RMB1122+15% (single) and RMB1422+15%
(double). Date: November 22, 2008. It's the one year anniversary
extravaganza... only at the JW Marriott Hotel Beijing!
For more information: (8610) 5908 6688, bookings can be
made on www.marriott.com/bjsjw
 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. Come to Beijing
and enjoy our Best Available Rate: One way transfer for
One night stay | A return airport pick-up subject to two
nights' stay or more | Executive Floor benefits | Daily
breakfast | Confirmation of booking subject to availability
| Offer valid until December 31, 2008. For reservations
please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 /5533;
E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Weekend
Getaway at RMB2468 Per Room
Stay in Deluxe Garden View Room for two nights | American
buffet breakfast for 2, kids under 6 years old eat for
free | Welcome drinks & shell necklace upon arrival
| Limo Sanya Airport transfer to and from resort | Free
Local Calls | Free internet access | Free access to Kidz
Kempi, Gym & Swimming Pool | Late check out at 18:00,
subject to availability | Free upgrade to Deluxe Ocean
View Room if stay for 3 nights, RMB1400 more for additional
night. *Valid until 20 December, 2008 *Rate is subject
to 15% surcharge and local government tax. *This package
is applicable for direct booking from individual guest,
Corporate company, embassy or work permit holder of China.
For more information, please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com.
Tel: (86 898) 3889 8888; reservations.sanya@kempinski.com
 Continental
Club Room Package at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Enjoy a variety of complimentary exclusive Continental
Club Benefits with RMB 1650 only, including hotel limo
service for the round trip airport transfer, etc. The
package is valid until December 31st, 2008. Minimum guaranteed
Stay for 3 nights. The rate is subject to 15% service
charge per room per night. Shorten stays / early departure
will be charged the full amount of the total cost of stay.
For further information of this package, please visit
the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing website: www.marcopolohotels.com
and contact: Tel: (86 10) 5963 6688; E-mail: resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com
 Winter
Promotion at New World Hotel Shenyang
The newly renovated four-star New World Hotel is located
right in the heart of Shenyang city. In the winter, the
guests can enjoy heartwarming service in a home-away-from-home
environment in New World Hotel Shenyang. Validity is till
28 February 2009. Superior Room is RMB318 net per room
per night up. The guest is entitled to have complimentary
in-room internet, Health Club and Swimming pool access.
Tel: (8624) 2386 9888.
 Great
Deal Promotions at Somerset ZhongGuanCun, Beijing
Located in the heart of Beijing's prime high technology
zone, also known as China's Silicon Valley, close to the
Beijing Olympic Village, the Tsinghua, Renmin and Peking
universities, Haidian Theatre and Medical Centre. The
balanced and enriching lifestyle provided by the residence
is ideal for executives and their families. Enjoy fully-equipped
apartments from 1-bedroom suites to 2-bedroom suites with
special rates starting from RMB750+15% per residence per
night, effective from 11 October to 31 December 2008.
Somerset Serviced Residence is managed by Ascott International.
For details check at http://www.somerset.com/specials/cluster.html?did=9064
China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Bring
Your Team. We Will Bring the Inspiration.
Hold your next meeting at The Westin Beijing Financial
Street, where all of you evolve together. The 'Season
of Renewal' offer includes one night's stay in a Westin
deluxe room, full buffet breakfast on us, full day meeting
package including two tea breaks, lunch and welcome gathering
from RMB 1688 per person per night. Valid until 28 February
2009 and subject to a 15% service charge. To obtain the
offer please mention 'Season of Renewal MICE Offer'. Terms
and conditions apply. For more information 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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Cuisine at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
Chef Juan Martinez has just returned from a Vietnam adventure
in his quest to source authentic southern Vietnamese cuisine.
During the trip he visited locals, trekked back alleys and
fished the Mekong, taking notes all the time in order to
re-create the dishes here in Marriott Cafe for a special
Vietnamese promotion from November 14th to 22nd. The special
Vietnamese promotional menu will be available for both buffet
and a-la-carte dinner in Marriott Cafe, level 38, no bookings
required. For more information please call (8621) 5359 4969
ext. 6422 or visit www.jwmarriottshanghai.com
 Start
Spreading the News...
The Big Apple comes to Bytes in the form of the celebrated
New York Hot Dog Wiener in a soft roll with fried onions,
sauerkraut, mustard and relish. I want to be a part of it...
New York Hot Dogs are priced at just RMB 35* each with a
complimentary soft drink. Level 1 Bytes Open: 24 Hours *
Price is in RMB and subject to 15% surcharge. For inquiries,
please call: (8621) 5130 0000 ext 4073.
 Cube
Bites, Yum!!
As a sanctuary in the midst of the dynamic Pudong business
environment, our hotel delights travelers by thoughtfully
delivering seamless service in a contemporary Western setting
with classical Shanghainese flair. Japanese Saikoro steak,
soy, sake, and mirin marinated beef, pan seared to perfection.
RMB38 net per serving. Eat till you pop, all you can enjoy
RMB180 net per person. Choose any thing from the menu again
and again including one soft drink, juice or beer. (Dinner
only) November 1st to 30th, 2008 For reservations: (8621)
3871 4888.
 Le
Beaujolais Nouveau est Arrive!
Can't make it to France this year? Let us bring
a taste of French tradition to you! Join us at Renaissance
Yangtze Shanghai Hotel this November 20th and enjoy a free-flow
taste of this famous young vintage accompanied by a delicious
traditional French buffet and then some… Date: Thursday,
November 20th 2008 Venue: Crystal Ballroom (3F) Time: 7:00
pm to 11:00 pm Price: RMB 328 net per person includes free
flow Beaujolais Nouveau and French buffet, live entertainment
and lucky draw prizes! Book your tickets today at: internet.qian@renaissancehotels.com;
Tel: (8621) 6275 0000 Ext. 2366.
 Fromages
de France at Sofitel Shanghai Hyland
More than 50 best aged cheeses from renowned French fromager
Mr. MONS will be served at Mosaic from 20 to 30 November
2008. Cheese Buffet Lunch and Dinner, RMB 298 per person
+15% local charges and taxes. Mosaic Restaurant - 2nd Floor,
505 Nanjing Road East, Shanghai 200001, China Tel: (8621)
6351 5888 ext. 4281; Fax: (8621) 6351 4088; Email: sofitel@hyland-shanghai.com;
Website: http://www.sofitel.com
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 Travel Information |
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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
Free
N Easy Travel - International Travel Agency in Shanghai
Free N Easy Travel is an International Travel Agency specializing
in air tickets, hotel reservation and holiday packages.
With offices at locations in Asia, Middle East, Europe
& USA and extensive experience in the complete range
of travel products, we are committed to always provide
you with the best service and rates - be the hotel reservation,
ticketing, package tours or special interests and incentive
trips. Our travel consultants will respond to your enquiry
and reservations within 24 hours. TEL (8621) 6360 3633
Two
days Tour of Hangzhou
Perhaps it can be universally acknowledged that Hangzhou
is one of the most attractive cities in China. As a paradise
on earth, it is not only profiled by picturesque views
like West Lake and mountains embracing it, but also beautiful
legends and a classic atmosphere. Whenever floating a
boat in the misty rain on West Lake, or stepping out footprints
on zigzagging bridge in traditional gardens, visitors
can't help being moved by a true China touch. So come
and taste the mystery of Hangzhou. TEL (8621) 6374 9821
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Health & Fitness |
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 Body & Soul Yoga
Body & Soul Yoga is one of the best international Yoga
clubs in Shanghai downtown. 3 minutes to Plaza 66, 5 minutes
to Portman by walking. 8 classrooms including hot yoga room,
located in nearly 100 years old house(Laoyangfang), 3.6
meters high classrooms surrounded by green, nearly 1000
square meters. All international experienced yoga teachers,
English speaking class only, Body & Soul Yoga offers
Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyanga, hot yoga, Power Yoga, Flow, etc.
9 classes from 7:30am till 9:20pm Monday till Sunday. Join
now, you can enjoy special price! This is also a nice place
to make friends. (8621) 3218 0009, www.bodynsoulyoga.com,
service@bodynsoulyoga.com
Shanghai
Ito Massage
As a new-fashioned lounge where our clients relax and build
up their health, Ito Massage offers individualized service
and well trained skills in an elegant decor because we bear
our updated ideas in mind. Have a try and we guarantee that
our clients will experience a most healthy, most relaxing
and most trendy life. For more information, pls dial TEL
(8621) 6386 3101
Synapse
Pilates Studio
Synapse Studio is the first of its kind in China. Special-izing
in Pilates and other highly effective movement arts, the
studio offers an alternative way to fit exercise into your
lifestyle. Our programs make you look and fell better. For
more information, pls dial TEL (8621) 5876 3307
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 Relocations |
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King's
Mover International
King's Mover International provides professional household
goods and personal effects 'door-to-door' moving management
throughout the world. With over 15 years in worldwide
moving industry, KMI professionals carrying with knowledge,
experience, loyalty and service minding, provide the best
to customer needs through streamlined price and operational
procedures maintaining a diligent and effective monitoring
and quality control system. TEL (8621) 6575 6707
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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
Contact: 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 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
Panda
Chinese Language & Culture Training Centre
Shanghai's most prestigious Chinese Language School for
local expatriates and overseas students, Panda Chinese providing
language service to Shanghai based expatriates, as well
as overseas students. Panda Chinese has carefully selected
professional staff and teachers who are enthusiastic in
helping each student meet their individual goals. The Panda
Chinese Quality System is detailed and complete, to ensure
that each aspect of our school exceeds our high international
standards. TEL (8621) 6237 6298
Shanghai
Angel Real Estate Co., Ltd.
Establish at the beginning of 2004, Angel Real Estate specializes
in lease, sale of residential properties, lease of offices
and retail shops throughout Shanghai area. We handle properties
from new apartments, old apartments to lane houses, old
houses and garden houses. Supported by huge properties resources,
well-trained, experienced and professional staff, Angel
Real Estate guarantees you to receive expertise residential
suggestions, sophisticated residential solutions and fantastic
maintenance services, which will make your life in Shanghai
more than easier. Our telephone number is (8621) 5161 0152 |
 Biz Exhibitions
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Airport Retail EXPO 2008
November 27-29, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888
Tissue
Asia 2008
November 19-21, INTEX Shanghai TEL (8621) 6275 5800
2008
China Int'l Tourism Fair
November 20-23, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL
(8621) 2890 6666
All
In Print
November 14-17, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL
(8621) 2890 6666
Kong
Boji Solo Exhibition
November 27-December 15, Shanghai Art Museum TEL (8621)
6327 2829
Now
Using photography as the primary medium, Zeng Li documents
the daily changes of Beijing's Tiananmen Square as a festive
public space. Jin Jiangbo conducts social investigation
on the sudden departure of a factory based in Dongguan of
Southern China. Both artists reveal the intense environmental
changes as a result of modernization and capture a unique
spatial history that is specific to our time.
November 7-December 8, Shanghai Gallery of Art TEL (8621)
6321 5757
Yang
Rui Solo Exhibition
November 8-21, Shang Gallery TEL (8621) 6381 5758
Exquisite
Corpse: China Surreal
m97 Gallery Shanghai is pleased to present "Exquisite
Corpse: China Surreal", a dynamic group exhibition
of photographic works by Bai Yiluo, Chen Wei, Dong Wensheng,
Fang Er, Han Lei, Hong Lei, Jiang Zhi, Liu Ren, Li Wei,
Lu Jun, Ma Liang, Mao Yu, Meng Jin, Sheng Qi, Sun Ji, Yang
Yi, Yu Ji, Wang Ningde, Zeng Han, and Zhang Dali.
November 1-December 18, m97 Gallery TEL (8621) 6266 1597
Ancient
Chinese Bronzes From The Shouyang Studio
October 19-February 7, 2009 Shanghai Museum TEL (8621) 6372
3500
Site/Problem
- A Case Of Jin Feng
Site / Problem-A Case of Jin Feng, solo exhibition of Jin
Feng will be presented at Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern
Art on 29 November, 2008. Based upon his recent artistic
exploration, the exhibition features performance, research
projects, sculpture installations and web interaction, aiming
to present a complete overview of Jin's works in recent
years.
November 29-December 28, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern
Art TEL (8621) 5033 9801
Dharma
Garden - Oil On Canvas & Installation By Shi Jing
November 7-December 16, Oriental Vista Gallery TEL (8621)
5465 7768
Qu
Muzi Solo Exhibition
November 15-27, Art Scene Warehouse TEL (8621) 6277 4940
Involved
October 30-December 5, ShanghART H-Space TEL (8621) 6276
2818
Digital
Stone Exhibition - The Intersection Of Art And Technology
The Exhibition involves three cities - Beijing, Shanghai
and Chongqing. The works are made by famous artists.
November 5-27, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL
(8621) 5671 9068 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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| Drama
"I'm Not Joking, But I Lied"
Tickets selling for 120rmb.
November 17-22, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Studio Theatre
TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Dance
Theatre "Butterfly" By Galia Fradkin
Tickets selling for 150-300rmb.
November 17-19, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Drama Salon
TEL (8621) 6473 4567
St.
Petersburg Philharmonic Concert
Tickets selling for 150-1580rmb.
November 18-19, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL
(8621) 6386 8686
The
Golden Echo - He Shengqi Flute Recital
Tickets selling for 100-580rmb.
November 18, Shanghai Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6386 5772
Bob
James
American famous composer and pianist, the music of Bob James
has captivated audiences throughout the world. Tickets:
RMB500/400/300/200/100. Start: 19:30pm, November 21, 2008
Shanghai Center Theater TEL (8621) 6431 1075
A
Piano And Cello Recital - An Evening With Xi & J
Tickets selling for 40-250rmb.
November 21, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Performance
Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234
La
Scala & CBFSO
Tickets selling for 100-680rmb.
November 23, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL
(8621) 6386 8686 |
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