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Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet
December 24, 2009 Festive dinner buffet with traditional Christmas fare. Featuring roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing, barbeques, seafood, sushi, sashimi, prawns, Christmas ham, warm Christmas pudding and mince pies. Traditional Christmas dishes form part of a full buffet selection highlighting the best of Western, South East Asian and Chinese cuisine. Adults RMB688* Children RMB388* inclusive of unlimited sparkling wine, red or white wine, beer or soft drinks and fantastic lucky draw prizes. Dinner 18:00–22:00 For reservations, please call: (8621) 5130 0000 ext 4009. *Prices are in RMB and subject to 15% surcharge. 1199 Ying Chun Road, Pudong Shanghai.

Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing is conveniently located in north Beijing, within walking distance to the city's Olympic Green and Bird's Nest Stadium. We offer 477 well-designed guest rooms, including 40 suites. 6 restaurants and bars provide both local and international guests a cosmopolitan dining experience. Fully-equipped gym, heated indoor swimming pool and beauty salon help guests discover the path to refreshment. Please book through the hotel website www.crowneplaza.com/beijingwuzhou to get the best flexible room rate.

Winter Interlude and Rejuvenation at the Grand Millennium Beijing
Plan a truly relaxing festive break at the Grand Millennium Beijing. RMB 600+15% per room per night, for superior room only; RMB 688+15% per room per night, inclusive of daily breakfast for one person; RMB 768+15% per room per night, inclusive of daily breakfast for two persons. * Valid from 18th December, 2009 to 4th January, 2010 * Complimentary internet service * The above package cannot be used in conjunction with other hotel special promotions and contract rates. Contact Line: (8610) 8587 6888-5888, Email: reservations@grandmillenniumbeijing.com

Smart Enough to Make the Holiday Season Truly Memorable
There is nothing to be missed at this winter holiday season. Stay with Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu to have a memorable holiday celebration with your loved ones and family. Christmas and New Year room promotion starts from RMB498, available from 24th December 2009 to 3rd January 2010. Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu is located in the prime district of Chengdu with a 10-minute drive from Chengdu's city centre and 20-minute from Chengdu International Airport. For more information and reservations, please contact: (8628) 8534 8888 or email to: reservation.chengdu@ihgcd-jzg.com.

Hotel Kunlun December Room Promotion
Hotel Kunlun's Room rates include complimentary broadband, fitness center and pool access! Weekday rates: Deluxe Room: RMB1180 net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB1380 net w/breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1580 w/Executive floor breakfast. Weekend rates: Deluxe Room: RMB980 net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB1180 net w/breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1380 w/Executive floor breakfast. Advance reservations required, subject to availability. Contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email: res@hotelkunlun.com

Winter Festival Special Package - "Eu Yan Sang" Treatment+One night accommodation at Superior Room
Together with the renowned company "Eu Yan Sang" Singapore, I-Spa provides you "Yin" and "Yang" treatments to release stress of both body and spirit in the holiday season. After the treatment, stay one night in the hotel will provide you a complete relaxation. Package price: RMB3280+15% service charge per couple, including "Eu Yan Sang" Yin or Yang Treatment for two persons and one night accommodation at Superior room with two breakfasts. Validity: Saturday and Sunday from 15th Nov 2009 to 15th Jan 2010. For reservation, please call (8610) 5852 5601.

Special Christmas Package at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center
From December 23, 2009 until January 2, 2010, Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center will offer a special Christmas Package for all guests participating at any of the Christmas Eve Parties, Christmas Day Brunch, New Year's Eve Parties or New Year's Brunch. From RMB 688 with 15% surcharge per night for a deluxe room to experience the European Art of luxurious hospitality, free access to our Pulse Health Club, a Sumptuous Breakfast Buffet at Kranzler's Restaurant & Bar and Christmas Goodies upon arrival will be available. Please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 or e-mail Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com

Super Value New Year Room Deal at Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian
From December 25, 2009 to January 1, 2010, stay in a Superior Room at Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian at RMB 788, subjects to 15% service charge. More privileges include: complimentary breakfast at i Cafe for two guests, welcome fruits basket, free broadband internet access, complimentary usage of gym, sauna room and swimming pool, late check out until 4:00pm. Treat yourself to an exceptional New Year festival in Dalian. For more information and reservations, please contact: (86411) 8252 5002 or email to: reservations.slda@shangri-la.com

BonusChoice at The Kerry
Enjoy simply delightful extra value by choosing BonusChoice, which entitles you to enjoy a choice of one of the following value-added benefits including arrival or departure airport transfer, dining credit of RMB350, triple bonus airline frequent flyer mileage, plus complimentary Internet access and late check-out till 4pm. A minimum 2-night stay is required. Terms and conditions apply. For reservations, please go to http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/beijing/kerrycentre.

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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 and search for yourself!

Life style in Orient Retreat
Orient Retreat is the North American type of stylish relaxation space, both efficacy and comfort of the SPA maintenance, personal aromatherapist design, global standard service processes, are essential to modern easy to produce a syndrome such as: pressure, pain, insomnia, obesity, skin and body mass disorders can produce significantly improved. It will also provide customers tailored to suit their lifestyle and physical and mental demands Spa maintenance program, easy to meet the "immediate physical and mental relaxation" demand.For enquiries or reservations, please call: (8621) 6439 3408.

Feeling from Sun Island SPA.
Sun Island SPA dissolved volcanic hot springs in many of the beneficial to human health, longevity of the minerals and trace elements. Museum lotus, gourd full of Chinese culture and the circumstances of these pictures and articles health museum will be decorated with special characteristics; the same time, Sun Island SPA is also in order to promote the traditional Chinese culture, the theme of Chuang Tzu Taoism health, pay attention to "form of God and support" and " internally and externally. " Therefore, you can fully appreciate the traditional Chinese culture to bring health to your taste.For enquiries or reservations, please call: (8621) 6983 3037.

Shanghai Ant Trackbacks Logistics Co., Ltd
Shanghai Ant Trackbacks Logistics Co., Ltd. is established in Shanghai, one of the earlier Trackbacks.Company to undertake to move the residents, enterprises, factories moving based on the establishment of the city's logistics and distribution, industrial relocation of large and small pieces of transportation and other supporting transport system, providing high-quality comprehensive services.For more information, please call (8621) 5653 3480.

Shanghai fair Trackbacks Transport Co., Ltd
Shanghai fair Trackbacks Transport Co., Ltd. was established in 1995, is a moving company in Shanghai, one of the earlier established.Scope of business can engage in all kinds of complicated hoisting, handling, air-conditioning repair and maintenance, pipe installation dredging, but also engaged in a number of schools, factories, offices and other enterprises, and residential quarters of the full range of property management support services. The theme of one-stop service company and strive to save time for all the worry and effort.For more information, please call (8621) 5608 8379.

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative
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Shanghai Han-chi rent car companiey.
Han-chi, Shanghai car rental companiey located in the Pudong Lujiazui Financial and Trade Center.Han Chi car rental company car rental service aims 'to sincerity the keys to open the door of the letter'.Company's main business for domestic and foreign enterprises, companies, individuals, etc. to provide the community including personal Zijia, commercial vehicles, travel chartered, corporate shuttle, airport shuttle, convention and exhibition conduct of business, marriage, etc. Car Rental Car Rental.For more information, please call: (8621) 5888 7231.

Norson law firm
Norson law firm by a group of serious, pragmatic and dedicated legal services staff. Norson team members have a strong ability to protect its quality of service. Norson of front-line service is provided by 10 full-time lawyers to play. At the same time there are dozens of Norson working in trademarks, patents, real estate, Guo Ziban, accounting firms and other research units consisting of senior experts, consultants, lawyers for the first line of Norson provide strong support for the professional background.For more information, please call: (8621) 5888 7231.

The 9th Shanghai Interational Textile Accessoreis And Hotel Supplies Expo 2009
December 17-19, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888

ABIO－View
Chen Wenbo's painting practice involves a self-sufficient visual activity, the viewing devoid of the object and subject, in which neither the will to truth nor the aesthetic determination can be found-the sense of the visual becomes the content of viewing.
December 12-January 28, 2010, Shanghai Gallery of Art TEL (8621) 6321 5757

Things From The Gallery Warehouse II
December 18, 2009-February 27, 2010, ShanghART H-Space TEL (8621) 6276 2818

New Passion For Politics
In this collaborative exhibition "Passion in Politics", 1918artspace provides a platform for five prominent artists, Tan Genxiong, Zhang Yong, Tang Shu, Shen Jingdong and Sun Hao.
November 8-December 31, 1918 ArtSpace TEL (8621) 5228 6776

Chen Wei Solo Exhibition
m97 Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition of color photography works by Hangzhou and Beijing based artist Chen Wei. Drawing from new and recent works from 2007 through 2009, this is Chen Wei's first solo exhibition in Shanghai.
November 14 - January 15, 2010, m97 Gallery TEL (8621) 6266 1597

Yu Xuhong Solo Exhibition
November 28－December 24, Gallery 55 TEL (8621) 6266 4108

Poet Dancing "Our Sky"
Tickets selling for 100-300rmb.
December 14-15, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409

Drama "Mother In Swordman World"
Tickets selling for 120-150rmb.
December 15-31, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Studio Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686

Dance Theatre "Peony Pavilion"
Tickets selling for 100-300rmb.
December 15, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

Dance Theatre "Sisters on Stage"
Tickets selling for 100-580rmb.
December 16-18, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686

Winnie Hsin 2009 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 180-1280rmb.
December 18, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

Jeff Chang 2009 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 180-1680rmb.
December 19, Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200

Drama "The 39 Steps"
Tickets selling for 100-200rmb.
December 8-20, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Arts Theatre TEL (8621) 6473 4567

Monday, December 14
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Salsa Sauce
Monday nights are dedicated to the fresh Latin rhythms of Salsa. Live Latin band, a fresh mix of South American performers will grace the stage and play upfront Salsa music all night long. Our guests can enjoy the sounds of salsa while learning sexy dance moves from the pros at 'Salsa Shanghai'. Enjoy our happy hour special on Johnny Walker Red Label from 7:00pm-9:00pm. No cover. Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Girls and Boys
We know that you always want an extra day for your weekend, so here we offer you this opportunity. We provide a RMB50 open bar for all the girls and boys from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Grab your friends, dance a little bit, drink a little bit, and enjoy the lovely Monday night. Not Me TEL (8621) 6433 0760

Why Not Monday?
We know you haven't been prepared for the whole week, so come to Anar as our new weekly event "Why Not Monday?" hits the road. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere in the front room and also the energetic electro/nu disco/house/minimal in the back room. We know this is what you are looking for. No cover. Anar Bar TEL (8621) 6280 9326

Tuesday, December 15
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Salsa Night
Get shaky as M3 band kicks off Salsa Nights! Don't worry beginners, we're offering free salsa lessons from 8:00pm-9:00pm, getting you ready for the rest of the night full of Latin beats with salsa, rueda, and meringue. Drinks will be RMB40 from 8:00pm-10:00pm. Space is limited so call for reservations (Paul Li 1390 1959 846) one day in advance! Muse Park 97 TEL (8621) 5383 2328

After Work Affair
Brown Sugar gives you one more option after your work on Tuesday. Come to check out the live band does old school funk and groove a la Curtis Mayfield, James Brown, and Bobby Womack. Brown Sugar dancers will help you find your passion. A two-for-one drink special is still going on. Brown Sugar TEL (8621) 5382 8998

Lady's Night
This is a night dedicated to all the beautiful ladies in town. Here we have special sexy cocktails for you, great tunes for you, you are the princess tonight. Ladies get drink for free from 9:00pm till midnight. No cover. Longitude TEL (8621) 6431 7751

Wednesday, December 16
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Ladies On Top
Barabarossa hosts "Ladies on Top" every Wednesday with free selected cocktails on the third floor and roof-top terrace. DJs Perseau plays funk and house all night. Barbarossa Lounge TEL (8621) 6318 0220

Funky Town
Every Wednesday, Bar Rouge turns into a funky town. Take your friends to the bund 18 to experience the nightlife on the Bund, and also enjoy the soul, funk, and fresh hip hop beats. Dress code: classy hustler. No cover. Bar Rouge TEL (8621) 6339 1199

Men's Night
Guys must feel left out as Ladies Night is everywhere in town. Don't worry guys, here's your chance. The Bulldog hosts a Men's Night where you could be the leading role. Take your girls, enjoy the live sports, live rock music, pool and darts. RMB50 for unlimited vodka/gin mixers and Carlsberg between 10:00pm to 12:00am. Starts at 6:00pm. The Bulldog TEL (8621) 6445 9464

Thursday, December 17
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Martini Night
Sip slick martinis as you chill out to the tunes of DJ Casio's tunes. See and be seen at Shanghai's Thursday night hot spot and longest running martini night. Laris TEL (8621) 6321 9922

Blissfully L'orange
Every Thursday Bling will be hosting Blissfully L'orange Ladies, come and enjoy new cocktails made with the much acclaimed Grey Goose L'orange. Immerse yourself in the never before seen life size board game and win prizes. Grand prizes are limited, it's strictly first served. Bling TEL (86) 1590 0955 880

ShanghaiLGBT Quiz Night
Welcome to join "ShanghaiLGBT Quiz Night" of trivia. Free entry, RMB15/Qingdao Beer and 20% off all other drinks. Frangipani TEL (8621) 5375 0084

Friday, December 18
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The Crate
As our resident DJs on rotation every Thursday, DJs Janus and Allan bring a mix of all things rocking to Mural's dancefloor. Especially for Xmas we bring The Crate to our Friday night open bar! Expect a steady mix of dancefloor stormers and big ass beats. Mural's open bar keeps your thirst quenched. Get on it! Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Colours
MAO hosts "Colours" with DJ Ben Huang this Friday. Minimal to Electro to anything that shakes the dance floor. DJ Ben Huang is considered China's number 1 DJ. So don't miss his live show. MAO TEL (86) 1502 1217 483

Sorry
Start at 9:00pm, RMB40 for entry and RMB30 for ladies. Line up: 21G, Pinkberry, Jiao Ke, and Sonnet. Yuyintang TEL (8621) 5237 8662

It Must Be Hip Hop
DJ Stanley is No. 7 in the World I.T.F. He has been resident in most of Australia's leading Hip Hop and R & B clubs. Tonight he will impress all the guests with his flawless set of precise beat juggling and killer scratches. Free entry. Sin TEL (8621) 6267 7779

Saturday, December 19
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Yellow Bananas
Bananas Party "Yellow Bananas" will be hosted at LOgO. . Wear a mustache and dance to gypsy Balkan sounds from the award winning DJ's. Free entry. LOgO TEL (8621) 1381 8196 761

Yu Xinyuan
Yu Xinyuan is a wandering singer. Every day of his time in Beijing were nearly spent in singing. Where there is a place allowing singing, there is Yu's voice. He determined to make his music tour in China to let more and more people hear his beautilful voice. Live Bar TEL (8621) 2833 6764

CC Bar in Reflex!
Join us in our special CC Bar Lounge to get ready for Re-flections, our new Band!, coming all the way from the shores of Guyana in the Caribbean, Jermaine, Nancy & Nichol will bring you all the cool Reggae and R& B sounds and songs. And while waiting for the band to start take advantage of the Happy Hour! Every day from 6:00pm to 9:00pm it's: "buy one, get one free" on all house pouring! CC Bar, Renaissance Yangtze Shanghai Hotel TEL (8621) 6275 0000 ext.2168

Sunday, December 20
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Sunday Tango Class
Got no plans for Sunday? Come to TangoBang as we offer a free Argentina Tango class to all you fans. The best Argentina Tango couple in town will give you the lesson bilingually. No cover. TangoBang TEL (8621) 5877 1881

SinDay Sundays
Ever not knowing where to go after your brunch and looking for the perfect Sunday afternoon party? We introduce to you "Sinday" - a party that starts at 4:00pm, free canapes pass around and special discount on Taittinger Champagne (RMB480 per bottle, RMB80 per glass). No cover. SIN TEL (8621) 6267 7779

SunJam
LOgO presents SunJam to jam the best Shanghai musician together after party by DJ Casie Lane (USA) spinning soulful deep house. You don't need to be a pro, you just need to bring your guitar, bass or percussion, and jam! Special drinks of the night - Sangria glass at RMB20. Starts at 10:00pm. No cover. LOgO TEL (8621) 6281 5646

May Day 2009 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 255-1255rmb.
December 24, Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200

Sinfonia Wien New Year Concert
Tickets selling for 180-880rmb.
December 29, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

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