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 Dining Out |
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| Shenzhen
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 |
 Hotel Deals |
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 Discover
a Sanctuary to Relax and Recharge with Fairmont Yangcheng
Lake's "Nutritious Winter" Package
Discover a Sanctuary to Relax and Recharge with Fairmont
Yangcheng Lake's "Nutritious Winter" Package
which includes two nights' accommodation in a Lake View
room, a signature 90-minute Willow Stream Spa Relaxation
Massage treatment for two, buffet breakfast at Essence
for two, a nutritious Chinese set menu for two at Yi
Feng Court and a two-hour bicycle tour beside Yangcheng
Lake. Packages available from RMB 2699 nett* Book now
until 31 March 2010. For reservations and enquiries,
please call (0512) 5780 0888, or visit www.fairmont.com/yangchenglake;
Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, 3668 West Ma'anshan Road, Kunshan,
Jiangsu 215300.
 Chinese New Year Escape Offer
Farewell the year of the Ox and welcome another marvelous
year of the Tiger at the Grand Millennium Beijing with
an irresistible deal! RMB600+15% per room per night
for superior room only | RMB688+15% per room per night
inclusive of daily breakfast for one person | RMB768+15%
per room per night inclusive of daily breakfast for
two persons. * Valid from 12th February, 2010 to 23rd
February, 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.
 Business
Value Rate
The package inculdes one free private airport transfer,
including our airport butler service, per one-night
stay or return transfer if staying 2 nights or more
(please note preference and flight number). Complementary
buffet breakfast daily and Free Internet access included.
The Business Value Rate is subject to a 15% surcharge
per night. For reservations: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com
or Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522.
 Ramada
Parkside Beijing, the Ideal Choice for Your Business
Discovered the professional conference facilities in
central Olympic area that Ramada Parkside Beijing, in
walking distance to the "Bird Nest"- the main
venue of 2008 Olympic Games. It is neighbored by the
facilities including Beijing International Convention
Center, China National Convention Center, China Science
& Technology Museum, Beijing Conference Center,
and very close to Zhong-Guan-Cun, Wang-Jing and Shang-Di
high tech industrial park. The hotel extensive meeting
facilities including the 324 square meters Grand ballroom,
as well as multi-function rooms. All facilities feature
the state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment make this
hotel to be the perfect business place just designed
for you. Tel: (8610) 6480 9988. Email: reservation@ramadabj.com
 Experience
a New Beginning - A New Way to Find Relaxation
Begin your journey at The Westin Tianjin, opening 8th
February 2010, to calm the mind, elevate your senses
and find renewal. Escape this winter with a free RMB400
credit to spend anywhere in the hotel, from RMB1,001
per room per night (subject to 15% service charge. Valid
until 31st March, 2010. Terms and conditions apply).
For more information or to make a reservation, please
visit westin.com/tianjin
or call (8622) 2389 0088 or 4008 688 688.
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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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 Travel Information |
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Wuxian
Taoist Temple
The Wuxian Taoist Temple was first built in 1377 during
the Ming Dynasty. Wuxian refers to five immortals riding
five goats in the ancient legend that have brought rice
to people during the times of famine. The temple consists
of a gateway, the rear hall, the eastern and western
studies, all of which are constructed from timber with
green glazed ceilings and frescoes about the five immortals.
The bell tower behind the temple stands 17 meters high
with a five-ton bell from the Ming Dynasty. Address:
Huifu West Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou.
Shenzhen
International Garden And Flower Expo Park
The Park is located at west of Zhuzilin, Futian District,
Shenzhen. Different gardens in the park tell different
stories, or show different cultures of different parts
of China. Admission to the gardens is free, open all
day every day. RMB20 for Dinosaur World which is open
from 10am to 5pm and closed on Monday and Tuesday, with
discounts for children, seniors and groups. TEL (86755)
8282 9075
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 Relocations |
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Baisheng
House Moving Company
With nine years' experience, Baisheng is now a professional
in Guangzhou with more than 200 employees, over 100
vehicles and branches in almost each district offering
relocation, hoisting and short-term storage services
to individuals, companies and factories. Starting price:
RMB160. Address: Yongtai Xincun, Baiyun District, Guangzhou.
TEL (8620) 3623 1478
Shenzhen
Xiqing Moving Company
A professional in Shenzhen for long and short-distance
relocation services in Guangdong province for individuals
and companies with branches in Bao'an, Nanshan and Futian
districts. Plans will be made out after site investigation
by staff. Packaging materials also available. Starting
price: RMB180. Office address: 9F, Mingdu Mansion, Wenjin
Zhonglu, Luohu District, Shenzhen. TEL (86755) 2541
7176
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Property/Real Estate |
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Two-Bedroom
Apartment In Panyu For Rent
Located at the second floor of an 11-floor building in Yaleju
residential community, No. 399 Xingnan Dadao, Guangzhou.
Altogether 90 square meters. Good ventilation and lighting
conditions. Kindergartens, schools, hospitals and restaurants
are nearby. Monthly rental: RMB2000. A deposit of two months'
rental will be paid in advance. Call Miss Zheng at (86)
1376 3356 609 for detailed information.
Single
Bedroom Apartment In Luohu For Rent
The 35-square-meter apartment has one bedroom with independent
kitchen and bathroom. Located in Jiafu Yuan, the junction
of Bao'an Road and Honggui Road, near to Diwang, Dongmen,
Yuanling and Sungang. Supermarket and department store are
just across the street. Furniture and other household appliances
are fine. RMB1400 each month. Call Miss Fan at (86) 1354
4051 209 to see the apartment. |
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Won
Translation Organization
Won Translation is a fast-growing, forward-thinking organization
that which provides diversified language solutions. The
company has more than 1000 certified and accredited linguists,
as well as specialized teams. Translation, interpretation,
proofreading and transcribing in technology, industry,
science, business, finance, law and other areas regarding
more than 20 languages are available. Address: Room 1053,
120 Liuhua Road, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. TEL (8620)
6113 9630
Jin
& Partners Law Firm
Headquartered in Shenzhen, Jin & Partners now has
15 years of experience in providing professional legal
services. It was once selected as one of the top ten law
firms in China. Providing services covering various fields
such as intellectual property rights, securities, corporate
affairs, immigration and overseas study with office in
the U.S. Address: 63F, Di Wang Commercial Center, Shennan
Donglu, Shenzhen. TEL (86755) 2583 0258 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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Guangzhou
Hong Kong Consumer Products Expo, Guangzhou
January 8-12. Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL
(8620) 3623 5671
Chinese Painting
Exhibition
December 31, 2009-January 6, 2010. Yuge Art Salon TEL
(8620) 8157 1006
The Ways
We Live In The City-Works By Di Pian
December 27, 2009-January 17, 2010. Muma Art Space TEL
(8620) 8423 8275
Dreaming
Brush As Flying Flowers-Zhang Xi's Painting Exhibition
December 26, 2009-January 17, 2010. Yi Hai Tang TEL
(8620) 6262 5156
Zhu Jiangfan's
Solo Exhibition: Space Conception-Interpretation
December 16, 2009-January 6, 2010. Muma Art Space TEL
(8620) 8423 8275
Robot Dream
Exhibition Guangzhou
December 11, 2009-January 17, 2010. POPARK TEL (8620)
2208 9895
Art Exhibition
Of Li Ming's Works In 70 Years
December 12, 2009-January 31, 2010. Guangdong Museum
of Art TEL (8620) 8735 1468
Yong Bu Yong-Works
By Feng Feng & Lu Biaobiao
December 12, 2009-January 31, 2010. Fei Gallery TEL
(8620) 3768 8781
On A Day
To Day Basis-Koki Tanaka Solo Exhibition
November 5, 2009-February 5, 2010. Vitamin Creative
Space TEL (8620) 8429 6760
Shenzhen
Works By American Artist Norton Wisdom
December 19, 2009-January 30, 2010. GeFeng Arts Center
TEL (86755) 2784 6065
How Far Apart-Works
By Chen Shuxia
December 12, 2009-January 16, 2010. He Xiangning Art
Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
The Edge
Of Chaos-Works By Liu Qinghe
December 12, 2009-January 16, 2010. He Xiangning Art
Museum TEL (86755) 2660 4540
One Day-Li
Jinghu Solo Exhibition
December 5, 2009-February 5, 2010. J&Z Gallery TEL
(86755) 8633 7224
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Monday,
January 4, 2010
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Cantonese Opera New Year Gala
Ticket: RMB50-600. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Memorial Hall TEL
(8620) 8355 2430
2010 "Happy New Year" Food
Carnival
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Hall TEL (8620) 3623 5671
Tuesday,
January 5, 2010
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Drama: The Village (Bao Dao Yi Cun)
Ticket: RMB180-880. Guangzhou Baiyun International Convention
Center Century Grand Hall TEL (8620) 8880 0888
Wednesday,
January 6, 2010
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Drama: Yu Qi Shu (Letter To The Wife)
Ticket: RMB80-580. Huanghuagang Theater TEL (8620) 8776
0445
Ballet: Sleeping Beauty
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Thursday,
January 7, 2010
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Ballet: Swan Lake
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Friday,
January 8, 2010
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Drama: Rhinoceros In Love
Ticket: RMB80-380. Huanghuagang Theater TEL (8620) 8776
0445
Ballet: Swan Lake
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Drama: The Village (Bao Dao Yi Cun)
Ticket: RMB180-1380. Shenzhen Grand Theater TEL (86755)
2590 6000
Drama: Life Of A Mortgage Slave (Fangnu
De Wei Da Shenghuo)
Ticket: RMB100-6820; ticket package: RMB230-730. Shenzhen
Children's Palace Theater TEL (86755) 8351 3099
Saturday,
January 9, 2010
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Drama: Rhinoceros In Love
Ticket: RMB80-380. Huanghuagang Theater TEL (8620) 8776
0445
Zhaoze (The Swamp) Guangzhou Concert
Ticket: RMB60. 191 Space TEL (8620) 8737 9375
Cao Meng Guangzhou Concert
Ticket: RMB180-480. Guangzhou Gymnasium TEL (8620) 8776
8558
Ballet: Swan Lake
Ticket: RMB80-880. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
Drama: Life Of A Mortgage Slave (Fangnu
De Wei Da Shenghuo)
Ticket: RMB100-6820; ticket package: RMB230-730. Shenzhen
Children's Palace Theater TEL (86755) 8351 3099
Dream Wedding-Leon Shenzhen Concert
Ticket: RMB280-1280. Shenzhen Gymnasium TEL (86755)
8219 5091
Sunday,
January 10, 2010
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Fang Fang Piano Recital
Ticket: RMB20-60. Chamber Hall of Xinghai Concert Hall
TEL (8620) 8735 3869
Ning Feng Symphonic Concert
Ticket: RMB80-180. Symphony Hall of Xinghai Concert
Hall TEL (8620) 8735 3869
Drama: Life Of A Mortgage Slave (Fangnu
De Wei Da Shenghuo)
Ticket: RMB100-6820; ticket package: RMB230-730. Shenzhen
Children's Palace Theater TEL (86755) 8351 3099
JUOOO Cross Talk And Comic Skit Evening
Ticket: RMB35-200. Shenzhen Children's Palace Theater
TEL (86755) 8351 3099
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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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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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