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 Hotel Deals |
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Warm Winter Best Available Rates at Shangri-la
From 23 January to 8 February, 2009, Shangri-la Hotel
Dalian will associate with other sister Shangri-la Hotels
to promote the Warm Winter Best Available Rates "Family
Package". You can enjoy a newly renovated Deluxe
Room with RMB 1068 subject to 15% service charge at Shangri-la
Hotel Dalian. Including double free breakfast at I Cafe
and free broadband internet access. Guest booking an additional
room for a minimum of two consecutive nights will receive
one time complimentary buffet dinner for two guests. If
room type is available, guest can complimentary upgrade
to Horizon Club Room. For more information please contact
Tel: (86 411) 8252 5000; Fax: (86 411) 8252 5050; E-mail:
slda@shangri-la.com;
Website: www.shangri-la.com;
Address: 66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001.
 Experience
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
 Getaway
this Lunar New Year
Want to get away from it all this Lunar New Year? Then
head to the Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park. Rates
from RMB 588* per room per night including 30% discount
on Food & Beverage, free use of Gym, Sauna and Tennis
Court, complimentary broadband and wireless internet access
in-room as well as in public areas, free admission to
Zendai Museum of Modern Art, late check out to 16:00.
* Price is subject to 15% surcharge, valid from January
25th to January 31st, 2009, subject to availability, terms
& conditions apply. Please call: (8621) 5130 0000
for reservations.
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 Travel Information |
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 Fly
with Scandinavian Airlines from China-Europe(round trip)
starting from CNY3,400*
Scandinavian Airlines flies 10 time/week from
Beijing to Scandinavia with easy transfer to more than
60 cities in Europe, now only for CNY3,400, for more information,
check out on www.flysas.cn
or call SAS offices Beijing: (8610) 8527 6100, Shanghai:
(8621) 5228 5001 or click
here. * Exclude fuel and surcharges.
Dalian
Laohutan Ocean Park
Located in the center of the southern seaside of Dalian,
the Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park is a first-class national
scenic spot that covers an area of 1.18 million square
meters. Our park can not only provide you with the natural
enjoyments in the Coral Hall, Pole Aquarium and Bird-singing
Woods, but also can ensure you some exciting experiences
with our Speed Gliding, Pirate Ships and the bungee jumping
facilities. Address: No.9 of Binhai Middle Road, Zhongshan
District TEL (86411) 8268 9356
Dalian
Donglai International Travel Service
Established in May 1999, Dalian Donglai International
Travel Service focuses on domestic tourism and the immigration
tourism. In addition, our company provides the customers
with other convenient services, including local reception,
flight chartering, tickets booking, meeting reception,
etc. Our 25 staffs are working in management department,
financial department, local reception department, group
arranging department and the network supporting department
to offer the best travel services to customers. Address:
8th floor of Youhao Mansion, No.158 Youhao Road, Zhongshan
District TEL (86411) 8899 5568
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 Dining Out |
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| Yixin
Barbeque Tangshan Street Store
Yixin Barbeque is a Korean flavor barbeque restaurant and
many customers come especially for our nice food. We offer
four side dishes for free before the meal and our main courses,
including steak, mutton and chicken gristle, are all popular
among customers. In addition, the environment and service
in our restaurant will make you in good mood while enjoying
the delicious food. Address: No.26-4, Tangshan Street, Xigang
District TEL (86411) 8362 9230
Xie
Yu Shi Jia
Our restaurant focuses on Japanese food and we provide a
wide range of selections from pasta, rice to hot pot. With
a favorable location, leisure-styled interior design, comfortable
environment and thoughtful services, our restaurant will
create a perfect place for you to enjoy good food and good
life. Address: The first floor of International Marina's
Club, 92 Renmin Road, Zhongshan District TEL (86411) 8259
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Health & Fitness |
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Huayi
Beauty and Plastic Clinic
Established in 1988, Dalian Huayi Beauty and Plastic Clinic
is a large-scale comprehensive beauty organization jointly
invested by Chinese and Korean investors. In our clinic
with elegant atmosphere, gorgeous interior design and
advanced equipment, dozens of Chinese and foreign experts
in the beauty and plastic field will provide you with
professional treatment. Address: 12E of Dalian Newspaper
Building, No.15 of Minkang Street, Zhongshan District
TEL (86411) 9510 5303
M9
Hairdressing Saloon
First-class service, perfect idea and professional skills,
our M9 Hairdressing Saloon is willing to share beauty
with you and create beauty for you! All of our senior
hairdressers are graduates from professional hairdressing
schools with professional knowledge and skills. In addition,
we have some specially features like e-file and star hotel-styled
service, which we offer you additional convenience and
enjoyment. Address: No. 2020, New Huayang Department Store,
No.124 of Zhongshan Road, Zhongshan District TEL (86411)
8211 6209
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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Lianshun
Relocation Company
Founded in 1993, Dalian Lianshun Relocation Company is
one of the earliest-established relocation companies in
the city. As our company develops continuously, we have
gained the trust of our customers. With more than ten
relocation vehicles and over 40 professional relocation
workers, we provide complete, efficient and reliable relocation
services to corporate and individual customers. Address:
No.15, Changchun Street, Zhongshan District TEL (86411)
8367 8971
Zhaolin
Relocation Company
Dalian Zhaolin Relocation and Delivery Company is a professional
relocation company. We have branches in different areas
of the city, which enables us to make efficient arrangement
to provide our customers with timely services. Our businesses
cover moving services, long and short distance delivery,
furniture fixing and dismounting, packaging, etc. Our
workers will continue to try their best in serving the
customers to respond to their supports. Address: No.1
of Youyi Street, Ganzijing District TEL (86411) 8665 3360
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 Classifieds |
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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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 DCT
Fine French Wines
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
Shengli Road, Xigang District, Dalian. For more information:
www.DCTwines.com;
Email: DCTwines@hotmail.com;
TEL (86411) 8439 0105 / 8832 9127.
Haiquan
Translation
Haiquan Translation is a chain service institution which
is specialized in multilingual interpretation and translation
services. Our company mainly supplies translation services
in English, Japanese, Korean, French, Russian, Spanish,
Italian, etc. Our main customers include government, social
group, enterprises, public institutions and individuals.
Our strict service flow and quality security system will
devote reasonable costs, satisfying and relieved service
to you. Address: NO.8-11 in Unit C of Tianxing Roosevelt
International Center, Shahekou District TEL (86411) 8452
2022
Dalian
Ruiyang Housekeeping Service
Dalian Ruiyang Housekeeping Service is a large-scale professional
housekeeping management company approved by the Dalian government.
We mainly provide such services as management, consulting
and design services in the housekeeping industry as well
as family daily housekeeping across the entire city. All
our workers are well trained and have relevant working certificates
to provide you with reliable and quality services. Address:
Room 1901, Tower B of Dushi Fengjing Mansion, No.2-12 of
Gangwan Street, Zhongshan District TEL (86411) 8273 6538
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. |
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| King
Club
King Club is a popular club with good environment and fine
music and wine. In our 1,500 square meter club, you can
free yourself from the busy life and tiring work to enjoy
some really good and exciting things. Our club focuses on
such music types as House, R&B and Hip-Hop. If you are
a fun of such music, come to King Club to get some unique
experiences. Address: No. 2 of Anyang Street, Zhongshan
District TEL (86411) 8280 1222 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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Special
Peking Opera Performance For Chinese New Year
7pm, January 20. Dalian People Culture Center, #8 Zhongshan
Square TEL (86411) 8280 5859/8263 3797 (ticket sales)
Traditional
China Opera Concert
7pm, January 23. Dalian People Culture Center, #8 Zhongshan
Square TEL (86411) 8280 5859/8263 3797 (ticket sales)
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 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Art
Exhibition
Admission: free.
9am-5pm. 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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Tuesday,
January 20, 2009
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Special Peking Opera Performance For Chinese New Year
7pm. Dalian People Culture Center, #8 Zhongshan Square
TEL (86411) 8280 5859/8263 3797 (ticket sales)
Friday,
January 23, 2009
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Business Networking at the Swissotel Pub
Swissotel Pub, contact business@icdalian.com
for more info.
Traditional China Opera Concert
7pm. Dalian People Culture Center, #8 Zhongshan Square
TEL (86411) 8280 5859/8263 3797 (ticket sales)
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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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Business
Networking at the Swissotel Pub
Thanks to the hospitality of the Swissotel, ICD
Business Networking seems to be gathering steam
as an event for meeting newcomers to the business
community. Now that the summer break is over we've
seen steady growth in the number of people dropping
by for beer, food, and conversation. Due to work
schedules for Christmas and Chinese New Year we've
moved Networking to the penultimate Friday for January
(the 23rd). Swissotel Pub, contact business@icdalian.com
for more info.
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
Xinghai
Shell Museum
Admission: 30rmb/adult, 15rmb/child.
Daily 8:30am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8480 2938 ext.
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