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Warm Winter in Four Points
Relax and experience our brand-new guest room, winter
package starts from RMB552 net, RMB560net for weekend
(Fri. & Sat. & Sun.) The above rate includes
Daily buffet breakfast, free use of Fitness center,
swimming pool and sauna, and complimentary coffee and
tea in room. This offer is valid from 1st Jan. 09 to
28th Feb. 09. No,176 Zhujiang Road, Changshu, Jiangsu
215500, China. T: +86 512 5298 8888; F: +86 512 5280
3588. W: www.fourpoints.com/changshu
General Email: fourpoints.changshu@fourpoints.com
 Executive
Travelers Package
Arrive in Style with Limo Pick Up and Free Executive
Club Benefits with Grand Millennium Beijing! Come and
experience our Executive Travelers Package, which is
specially designed for you! You can claim mileage too!
RMB1688+15% per room per night (single/double, same
rate). Benefits: Complimentary upgrade to Club Floor
with full Club benefits | Inclusive of one limousine
transfer to or from the airport | Complimentary internet
broadband | Complimentary daily breakfast | Single/double
occupancy, same rate | Late check-out at 4pm | Double
airline mileage per room. For bookings please call (8610)
8587 6888; Email: reservations@grandmillenniumbeijing.com
 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 until end of March 2009. Starting
from RMB1,350. 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
 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.
Hotel Kunlun Winter
Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Winter Room rate promotion.
A great price gets you a Room with complimentary broadband
internet, fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room:
Price inclusive of breakfast: RMB 880 net. Deluxe Grand
Room: Price inclusive of breakfast: RMB 980 net. Premier
Deluxe Room: Price inclusive of breakfast: RMB 1080
net. Reservations are required in advance and are subject
to availability. For further information, please contact
Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at: Tel: (8610)
6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Meeting Package
10 December 2008 - 10 February 2009 Full Day Package:
Rmb 522.00 net per person: A meetings concierge executive
dedicated throughout your event | Welcome coffee and
tea | Morning and afternoon coffee breaks with freshly
brewed coffee, fine tea and assorted home-made cookies
| Two bottles of local mineral water per person during
your meeting | Your choice of: International lunch buffet;
3-course western set menu; Chinese set menu; Local mineral
water and soft drinks included | Main meeting room according
to your number of delegates | Stationery and mints |
One flip-chart or white board | 20 table name cards
| Registration desk | One flower arrangement for the
meeting room or registration desk. For reservations
please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4126; E-mail:
meeting.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
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 Travel Information |
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Guo
En Temple
Guo En Temple was first built in 683 during the Tang
Gaozong period by the Sixth Patriarch of Chinese Zen
lineage - Huineng to repay his parents, and was first
named as Bao En Temple. In 706 it has changed to the
current name of Guo En Temple. Besides of Huineng's
golden sitting statue with cassock, there are also other
Buddha statues in the three palaces. It has been Guangdong's
provincial heritage unit since 1989. TEL (86766) 2691
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Xiangmi
Hu Resort
Located in the west of Shenzhen Road, Futian District
of Shenzhen, the resort has a beautiful environment
with buildings featured both Chinese and foreign characteristics.
The China Amusement Park in the resort currently is
China's largest entertainment and leisure place with
many large programs such as the world's longest water
roller coaster, 430 Shuttle, Asia's highest Ferris wheel
and so on. Song and dance performances are expected
in the modern theater inside the amusement park. Call
(86755) 8370 8988 for more information.
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 Dining Out |
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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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Zhongxin
Relocation Company
Founded in 1996, Zhongxin is the strongest relocation
company in Guangzhou, which is specialized in house moving,
factory moving, cargo delivering, transportation and other
home appliance maintenance. Besides, also have over 300
well-trained employees and above 40 motor trucks for providing
you the best and efficient services. Now, just a call,
you will get our instant help and we look forward to our
cooperation. For details about our service and charging,
please call (8620) 8544 0967.
Shenzhen Yunfa House Moving
Company
Through 13 years of development, Yunfa has grown to
a mature and experienced relocation service provider
in Shenzhen. With a well trained team and the professional
equipments, Yunfa can offer you with house moving, factory
moving, air conditioner service, and heavy equipment
lifting services. We have braches in Nanshan, Bao'an,
Luohu, Futian, Buji, Longgang, Yantian and Longhua,
which means you can easily get to us. Call (86755) 2152
3669 to reach us.
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Property/Real Estate |
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In Xinyi Jiayuan For Rent
With 24-hour security and IC card entrance guard system,
Xinyi Jiayuan community is quite safe to live in. Each of
the apartments has an independent kitchen, a washing room
and a balcony, which gives enough sunshine and ventilation.
The rent for apartment with one bedroom and one living room
(50 square meters) is RMB650-850; and rent for apartment
with two bedrooms and one living room (75 square meters)
is RMB950-1100. Address: Heguang Road, west of Zhongshan
Avenue, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. Call (8620) 8554 8472
to get detailed information.
Apartment
In Dongmen Tiandi Mansion For Rent
The apartment is located near the crossing of Dongmen Zhonglu
and Shaibu Lu, with large shopping centers and supermarkets
nearby. The community, Dongmen Tiandi Mansion, was built
in 2006, with 24-hour security patrol. Swimming pool, garden,
gym, chess room and other entertainment facilities can be
found on the seventh floor. The apartment is well furnished
with brand new furniture and home electric appliances. 2M
broad band is free for use. To get more information about
the apartment, please call (86) 1372 4290 070. |
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Guangzhou
Zhongyuan Clean Co., Ltd
Specialized in wall cleaning, stone renovation, floor
polishing and waxing, landscaping, termite control and
other cleaning service, Zhongyuan Clean has gained rich
experience in cleaning service. More than 80% of the staff
has the working experience of over five years, while many
of the management and cleaning technicians have been working
for eight years and more. With the most experienced staff
and the professional cleaning equipments, the company
can afford the cleaning of office buildings, hotels, factories
and residential community. Address: 222 Yingbin Road,
Panyu District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8774 0710
Shenzhen
Jiawang Housekeeping Service
Founded in January 2001, Jiawang is a professional in
housekeeping service with the advanced company management
model. Nannies, tutors and hourly workers can all be found
here. We have imported some Filipino maids and foreign
tutors, many of whom are well educated, and have worked
in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan and some Mid East countries.
Address: B1, #2 Cuisong Building, Cuizhu Garden, Cuizhu
Road, Luohu District, Shenzhen. 24-hour hotline: (86755)
2553 6816 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Guangzhou
Lead Show - First Exhibition Of Southern Famous Oil
Painters' Outstanding Creations
December 29, 2008-January 16, 2009. Guangdong Arts House
TEL (8620) 6262 5156
Breaking
New Ground For The Future
December 26, 2008-January 11, 2009. Guangdong Museum
of Art TEL (8620) 3623 5009
2008 Spring
Shanghai Clothing And Commodity (Guangzhou) Fair
December 25, 2008-January 5, 208. Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition
Center TEL (8620) 3623 5009
Art Exhibition:
Kui Ce
December 20, 2008-January 11, 2009. HOW Space TEL (8620)
3885 8699
Zhang Zhi's
Painting Exhibition
December 12, 2008-January 11, 2009. Atom Space Gallery
TEL (8620) 8388 7228
Art In Contemporary
Culture - 2008 Exhibition of Chinese, Japanese, Korean
and Indonesian Artists
December 11, 2008-January 11, 2009. Art 64# Gallery
TEL (8620) 8121 5176
The 23rd
Asian International Art Exhibition
December 3, 2008-March 10, 2009. Ucity Art Museum of
Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts TEL (8620) 3936 2149
The Reproducer
- Liu Qingyuan + Yah Interactive Lab
December 6, 2008-January 26, 2009. Fei Gallery TEL (8620)
3768 8899
Shenzhen
Departure - Contemporary Art Exhibition Of Guangzhou,
Shenzhen, Hong Kong & Macao
December 28, 2008-Febrary 22, 2009. He Xiangning Art
Gallery TEL (8620) 2660 4540
Ceramic Exhibition
December 27, 2008-January 11, 2009. Artron Art Gallery
TEL (86755) 8251 2151
Ukrainian
Artists Of Three Generations Painting Exhibition
December 23, 2008-January 5, 2009. Artron Art Gallery
TEL (86755) 8251 2151
Zeng Li's
Photography Exhibition
December 21, 2008-Febrary 21, 2009. He Xiangning Art
Gallery TEL (8620) 2660 4540
The 6th International
Ink Painting Biennial of Shenzhen
December 10, 2008-February 10, 2009. Shenzhen Fine Art
Institute and Shenzhen Museum TEL (86755) 8241 4497
Shenzhen
22 Art District 2nd Contemporary Art Festival
December 5, 2008-January 5, 2009. Shenzhen 22 Art District
TEL (86755) 2766 407
Course -
Yi Ling and Lin Chunyan's Painting Exhibition
December 5, 2008-January 5, 2009. GeFeng Arts Center
TEL (86755) 2784 7605
Cold Wind
And Warm Current - Contemporary Art Exhibition
December 5, 2008-January 5, 2009. 2030 Dao Space TEL
(86) 1380 2558 060
DRAMA - Lakita
Photography Exhibition
December 4, 2008-February 13, 2009. babu Art TEL (86755)
8609 5506
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 Weekly Calendar |
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Monday,
January 5, 2009
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Drama: A Xiang
Ticket: RMB50-580. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Flamingo:
Carmen
Ticket: RMB180-1280. Shenzhen Grand Theater TEL (86755)
2590 6000
Tuesday,
January 6, 2009
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Drama: Sheng Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Flamingo:
Carmen
Ticket: RMB180-1280. Shenzhen Grand Theater TEL (86755)
2590 6000
Wednesday,
January 7, 2009
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Drama: Sheng Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Flamingo:
Carmen
Ticket: RMB180-1280. Shenzhen Grand Theater TEL (86755)
2590 6000
Classic Ballet:
Sleeping Beauty
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Thursday,
January 8, 2009
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Wu Shen Charity Demonstration
Ticket: RMB888-2888. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall
TEL (8620) 8355 2030
Drama: Sheng
Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Classic Ballet:
Sleeping Beauty
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Russian Ballet:
The Swan Lake
Ticket: RMB180-880. Shenzhen Grand Theater TEL (86755)
2590 6000
Friday,
January 9, 2009
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Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
Ticket: RMB100-680. Symphonic Hall of Xinghai Concert
Hall TEL (8620) 8776 8558
Ballet: Romeo
& Juliet
Ticket: RMB180-880. Guangzhou Baiyun International Conference
Centre TEL (8620) 8880 0888
Drama: Sheng
Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Classic Ballet:
The Nutcracker
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Saturday,
January 10, 2009
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Ballet: Romeo & Juliet
Ticket: RMB180-880. Guangzhou Baiyun International Conference
Centre TEL (8620) 8880 0888
Tan Dun's
Symphonic Concert
Ticket: RMB80-200. Symphonic Hall of Xinghai Concert
Hall TEL (8620) 8776 8558
Cantonese
Drama: Duo Bao Duo Bao
Ticket: RMB60-160. Southern Theater TEL (8620) 8333
3155
Drama: Sheng
Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Classic Ballet:
The Nutcracker
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Sunday,
January 11, 2009
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Cantonese Drama: Duo Bao Duo Bao
Ticket: RMB60-160. Southern Theater TEL (8620) 8333
3155
Drama: Sheng
Nv Lang
Ticket: RMB50-280. AI Theater of Futian Culture Center
TEL (86755) 8390 8498
Ballet: The
Swan Lake
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
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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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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.
Flower
Art Lesson
Every Monday and Tuesday, RMB480 (members), RMB560
(non-members) per four classes. Guangzhou Luhu Golf
and Country Club. For details call Miss Ho at (8620)
8350 7777 ext 389. |
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