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Xianzai Beijing
Volume 10, issue 8 - February 20 2006
Click a section in the Table of Contents below to get great information
  Weekly Quiz    Ni Zai Na Li?   Weather Forecast   China News
  China Classifieds   Funny Pics   Hotel Deals   Dining Out
  Travel Information   Education   Health and Fitness  

Relocations

  Jobs   Classifieds   Services   Nightlife
  Theatre & Performances   Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibits   Community Announcements   Weekly Calendar
  Upcoming Events   Subscription Info   Sponsorship Info  
Weekly Quiz

Are you smart enough?
Search through this week's email newsletter for answers to the following questions. Then submit your information before Wednesday at noon (Beijing time) to be eligible to win great prizes.
This week's prize is a voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!

1): Which art exhibition is being held at two venues in the city?
2): How much does Chang'an Club's business seminar cost for a guest?
3): What music style can you find at Tango Club's 80s Party?

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YPHHWhere Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars and restaurants in Beijing. Visit www.yphh.com for more info and check back each week to see if you are pictured here!

If You Are Above, You Have Just Won
Voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!
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Weather Forecast
Date 2.20 2.21 2.22 2.23 2.24 2.25 2.26
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Highs 12 11 9 8 8 9 6
Lows -1 -1 -1 -1 0 -1 -1
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Love Begins With Friendship

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Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

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Send in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to funnypics-3@xianzai.com with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!". We'll post the best pics here each week!

Hotel Deals

Come home to Maple Place, Beijing Riviera
Newly-renovated,elegant refined styling and situated in an idyllic retreat. Only 15 minutes from Airport and 30 minutes from CBD.An extensive range of apartments, townhouses, and villas of various sizes. Complete facilities including clubhouse, restaurants, golf driving range, Dulwich College and children's play ground. Service Apartments available for daily stay 1- 3 bedroom at RMB 600 - 1200 per day including breakfast. Tel: (8610) 8450 6363 / 6100, Email: sales.mapleplace@bjriviera.com or Web: www.bjriviera.com

Spring Offer from Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya
Superior Room for only RMB 588/night and up. Offer free using Bicycle for 1 hour/ Offer two welcome young coconuts drink(Minimum stays 2 nights). Valid Date: From 15 Feb to 29 Apr, 2006. Please call 86-898 8856 5666-7103 for detail; China Toll Free Reservation No. 800 830 6368; China Toll Free Reservation No. For Mobile 400 884 0888; E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

Select Rate and Weekend Package
This spring enjoy fabulous room rates at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai. Available from 1 February to 30 April 2006, the value-added rate starts from RMB1550 only. The rate is subject to 15% service charge. Select Rate and Weekend Package: Deluxe River View - From RMB2250 / RMB1550 (weekends); Executive Room - From RMBB2300 / RMB1750 (weekends). Weekend package is available on Fridays and Saturdays. For reservations, simply call (8621) 6882 6888, fax (8621) 6882 0160 or email: reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com

Heat Up Your Winter at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
From now until February 28, 2006, JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai introduces the Winter Hots special with over 40% off normal room rates. The special accommodation rates are at RMB1,380* per room per night for a Deluxe room or at RMB1,550* per room per night inclusive of breakfast(s). Or alternatively pay a corporate rate of RMB1,900* or 2,100* for single or double occupancy and be upgraded to an Executive Floor room complemented with a host of Executive Lounge benefits. Recently, this five star international hotel has been awarded the "Best New Business Hotel in China" by Business Traveller China. For reservations please call (8621) 5359 4968.

Dining Out

Award-winning Jing Presents The Best of East and West
Voted by Conde Nast Traveler (US) as ' 75 Hottest Tables in The World', Jing recently earned another accolade from a national media 'Modern Weekly' as a '2005 Best Restaurant'. Stylish and dynamic, featuring three open kitchens, Jing is renowned for its action buffet as well as a la carte offerings. The culinary team of forty presents over sixty dishes, representing the best of East and West! Dinner buffet served daily at RMB248 (Adults), RMB124 (Children). Plus 15% surcharge. Please call (8610) 6510 6714 for reservations.

Australian Beef Promotion
In Manhattan Grill at Presidential Plaza Join us in the Manhattan Grill to feast on Chef Helen Lowe's delectable Menu of Australian Beef. An elegant restaurant with a casual atmosphere, the Manhattan Grill offers a mix of dishes from its open-kitchen. Enjoy a quiet dinner for two or a relaxing evening with colleagues, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Seating capacity 89 persons. Open Time: Breakfast 7 days a week: 6:30am to 10:30am, Lunch Monday to Friday: 12:00pm to 2:30pm, Dinner 7 days a week: 5:30pm to 10:00pm. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8895.

Kempi Deli
Cosy, warm and inviting, This friendly deli is the perfect place to catch a quick cup of coffee or relax over an afternoon tea break. Welcome our new Executive Pastry Chef Mr. Andreas Moser from Austria. Enjoy his Viennese cake specialties at March in Deli. Open daily: 7:00 am – 11:00 pm. For more information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5741.

ATRIUM CAFE
From 01 February 2006, Weekend Brunch. Enjoy a warm comfort of Atrium Cafe while you feast on the extensive weekend spread. Per person: RMB78.00nett; Children of 12 and under RMB45.00nett.05 to 28 Feb 2006, International Buffet Dinner. Pick from the wide selection of international favorites from seafood to meats. Dinner Hours: 5:30pm to 10:00pm. Per person: RMB138.00, subject to 15% service charge.FOR RESERVATIONS CALL (8610) 6515 8855 EXTENSION 2122

Sixth Sense Japanese Restaurant & Bar Has Reopened Its Doors
With the addition of teppanyaki and a comfortable lounge we have created a fantastic dining experience for you and your guests. Ongoing Promotion: Set Lunch RMB 30-70, Teppanyaki for Two RMB 98-238, daily Happy Hour 5-8pm buy 1 get 1 free. Add: #4 Jianguomen Nei Dajie, just east of Customs bldg. Tel: (8610) 6559 6606/6667.

HOT! Assorted Buffet Special At The Loft
Tasty food and reasonable price in a nice cozy atmosphere with musical entertainment; Order for above 5 persons get a bottle of complimentary fine wine. Lunch (11.30-14.00): RMB98 per person; Afternoon tea (14.00-17.00): RMB 48 per person; Dinner (18.00-22.00): RMB138 per person. Get RMB20 coupon for every RMB100 consumption during lunch; Get RMB30 coupon for every RMB150 order for dinner. TEL (8610) 6501 7501

The Holidays Are Upon Us!
Want to know what great dining and entertainment options are available to you in Beijing this holiday season? We have information about all the great Christmas, Spring Festival, and Valentine's Day activities happening thoughout China's Capital City! Click here to subscribe to the free Xianzai.com Holiday Newsletter: http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/


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Travel Information

The Comforts of Business Class Without the Price Tag
Economy Extra is Scandinavian Airlines' innovative class that gives you much of the comfort and flexibility of Business class at a much lower price. Travel to any of our European destinations from now until February 28 with the return to China before April 30, 2006, and enjoy the special Economy Extra fare of RMB11,000 (surcharges may apply). Contact your travel agent or Scandinavian Airlines to book: SAS Beijing (8610) 8527 6100, SAS Shanghai: (8621) 5228 5001.

Come For Fun At Beijing Lotus Flower Mountain Ski Resort
Beijing Lotus Flower Mountain Ski Resort is located in Shunyi District, which is only 30km from the capital airport. We have various runs to cater to ski fans of all levels. Prices: weekday RMB100/2hrs/person, weekend RMB140/2hrs/person. Door ticket RMB20 (RMB30 for holidays); half price for students and children below 1.2m. For more info contact (8610) 6148 8111

Nan Gong Hotspring World
One of the largest indoor water recreation centers in Beijing, we provide you a full range of services ranging from leisure, entertainment to health and fitness. We have international standard swimming pools and kids' play area, massage pools and water ski runs to help you and your family fully relax. RMB58 per person. Door ticket: RMB60/person. TEL (8610) 8331 6030



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Education

Learn Chinese Language and Culture!
Beijing FESCO International Teaching Center, as the earliest government designated training organization, has acquired ISO9001 Certification, and offers customized group or individual Mandarin classes of different levels. We are an authorized HSK Testing Center with over 400 qualified teachers, training you on Business Chinese, offering Seminars and courses on traditional Chinese cultural subjects: Taiji, Calligraphy, Fengshui, and etc. Teacher positions for Native speakers are available! Please mail to mandarin@fesco.com.cn

The Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Studying Easier
Small group class 3-5 people; Courses for all levels; Flexible schedules; Experienced teachers; Pleasing environment; Convenient location; Competitive prices; Promotion Beginner Class start on 8th Feb. 2006! For more information please call (8610) 6413 1547 or (8610) 6413 1548, or mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn

The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing offers the English National Curriculum from the age of 3. IGCSEs are offered in Year 10. It is situated in the Embassy District of Beijing and yields very high academic results as supported by last year's UK SATs results. A broad child centred education is offered with small class numbers (15 - 20). A state of the art campus will be opened in Shunyi in September 2006, offering parents the choice of two locations. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.


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Health & Fitness

Enjoy Three Months Complimentary Membership at Kerry Sports
Join the Individual Membership at Kerry Sports before March 31, 2006 and receive 15 months usage for the normal 12 months price - RMB16,000. Recognized as the No. 1 sports club in Beijing, Kerry Sports is committed to offering premium facilities including a 35 - metre swimming pool, tennis, squash & basketball counts a comprehensive gym, steam rooms, sauna and Jacuzzi, all complemented by professional training services. For more information, please call 010-6561 8833 ext. 6465.

BODYWORKS - Are You Ready for Your Body to Change with the Season?
It is in true fashion to care yourself and your family's health. Being the first fitness center in Beijing that makes its checking procedures wholly automated and networked, Bodyworks can produce you a check report within four hours with a detailed explanation given by our expert physicians. We guarantee accuracy and reliability of each test result with our avant-garde devices, imported reagent and considerate staff. We also provide green channel and consulting services for members. Address: No. 5 Building, Lido Business Square, Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 6430 2008 or click here for more info.

Professional Men's Beauty Salon
Our featured service includes Pressure Release via SPA, facial beauty and brain care etc. By choosing our RMB99 special package, you'll enjoy four of below: BIO wrinkle removal, alvine SPA, whole body lymph poison emission, waist therapy, hand, foot and hip care, and weight losing etc. Special price for losing weight costs RMB580/10 times. Address: 0304, No. 3 Building Jiutai200 Garden, Asian Games Village, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 8480 3877

Juvena Beauty Center
We are the only boutique in Beijing selling cometics imported from Switzerland. We provide advanced face plastics instrument and body care that help you rejuvenate and become more beautiful within short time. Tailored service always available. Address: 1B, Tower A, Fulink Building, Chaowai Avenue, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6588 6821

SK Hospital
We are conveniently located at the CBD area. Our hotel-serviced environment will make you feel at home and highly privileged. We provide you one-stop service from consulting, reservation, diagnose and after service track. Major line of business includes medical plastics, medical beauty, ophthalmic treatment and dental treatment. Hotline: (8610) 8596 1677 (Chinese and English); (8610) 8596 1678 (Japanese and Korean)

 

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Relocations

CIM Continental International Moving
Located at 50 meters away from Chaoyang customs office, CIM Continental International Moving provide a fully range of moving, storage, record management and expatriates documentation services. Wherever you move, whenever you move - call CIM. Tel: (8610) 8762 5110 /8762 5109. Fax: (8610) 8762 5281; Email: info@cimmover.com; Web: www.cimmover.com

Have A Pleasant Relocation Experience With Us - Beijing Qianxi Relocation Company
We are a professional relocation service provider with many different types of trucks and highly devoted staff to cater your demands of moving around. Besides, we can help you dismantle and install your furniture, package your stuff on your behalf to save you from the trouble of doing so by yourself. Call us any time in a day, we're ready to serve you. Starting price: RMB150. For details, call (8610) 6387 2168

Yu Cheng Home Moving Co., Ltd
We have efficient work team and powerful service network to provide home moving service to both individual and companies across Beijing according to their demands. Starting price RMB160. RMB4 for each additional kilometer beyond 15km. Service Hotline: (8610) 6281 1289


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Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Job Openings at Berlitz
We are looking for full-time and part-time experienced native English teachers to be part of our continually expanding business. We teach at many big International Companies and top Universities here in Beijing and other cities. If you would like to be part of the well-known International Berlitz Company, send your c.v. to hr@berlitz.com.cn

 

Classifieds

Desktop PC Wanted
At Care for Children, a Children's Charity working in China, we are looking to replace some of our older computers in our Beijing office. If you have unwanted desktop PC's in reasonable condition, they will be gratefully received and put to good use. Please contact charlie@careforchildren.com.cn and look at our website for more information on the charity: http://www.careforchildren.com.cn

 

Services

Johnson Computer Connections
Dealers in computers, peripherals and various digital equipments. Specialized on-site technical support using both Chinese & English language. We offer home service and IT Outsourcing Managed Service for hardware & software as well as internet access including wireless LAN, ADSL, VPN, Email, Kill virus, home theater maintenance etc 7 days a week. Tel: (8610) 5165 9192, Website: www.johnson.net.cn, E-mail: johnson@johnson.net.cn

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

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 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

Beijing Hengjie Accounting Firm
We are a professional accounting firm approved by the Ministry of Finance. Our services include auditing and consulting, capital validation and assessment, taxation and visa services. We also provide you solutions on strategy making, investment, financing, work flow, marketing, insurance and salary. TEL (8610) 6409 7216/17. Fax: (8610) 6409 7216

Beijing Yafei Business Visa Consulting Service Centre
We are a specialized VISA-Operation agency certified by the Chinese Business Bureau. We offer courteous VISA service to private foreigners and staff of business organizations. If you are a Human resource manager, let us help you handle all the jobs related VISA for foreigners working in your company. Our Free Courier Services will make you feel more relax now! Just give us a call, we will pick up all the document from your doorstep and deliver it back after done. So if you have any problem with your VISA or any problem related to your visa: please call (8610) 6463 0134 for further information

Beijing Shi Dai Guang Wen Translation Center
We are a Beijing based professional institution specialized in localization and translation services. Our clients include Chinese and foreign businesses and foreign embassies in China. Our devoted team can do your translation according to your schedule. English to Chinese translation RMB120-140 per thousand words, Chinese to English RMB160-180 per thousand words. Address: Rm 1804, No. 5 Buildig, Jiaochangkoujie, Xicheng District. TEL (8610) 8206 3550

Community Announcements

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.php to get started with CharityInChina.org!

YPHHInaugural St. David's Day Ball
St. David's Society of Beijing will hold an Inaugural St. David's Day Ball at 6:30pm, Saturday 4th March, 2006 at the Kerry Centre Hotel Beijing, featuring Swansea Male Voice Choir. Please come and support your Society. Ticket: RMB800 includes 5 course meal, champagne cocktail reception, free bar and entertainment. Tickets are available at The Pavillion Bar/Restaurant. For more info call (8610) 6507 2617 or visit http://www.stdavidschina.org

YPHHYPHH Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Wine Nights and monthly YPHH Happy Hours, weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto our renewed website http://www.yphh.com

Wed. February 15 - YPHH Sangria Night at Tapas, 9:30-11:30pm
For the Happy Hour of February, YPHH returns to Tapas for the successful Sangria Night! We invite you to join us for the 2-hour free flow of Sangria and tapas. Name card Lucky Draw with SinoScuba and even antique furniture to win!!! More info and reservations via http://www.yphh.com

Business Seminar about Conjuncture Public Relations
Speaker Mr Zhang Hong Xun back to Chang An Club will address you and your key employees or partners. The presentation will focus on the public communications strategies in conjuncture. Thursday, 23 February 2006, 18:30 Hours. Bookings: Please call (8610) 6522 9988 ext. 6600/6666

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to schedule an audition please email auditions@beijingifc.org or visit us online at www.beijingifc.org