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Volume 9, issue 31 - August 1, 2005
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Rutgers International EMBA Program
Reach your career goals with Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Rutgers International EMBA in Beijing, a 14-month Program Starting in September 2005. All courses and accreditation standards equal to our Programs in USA. Courses taught by Rutgers Professors flown in from US. Next Beijing Info Session: Wednesday, August 3. Presentations by China Programs Director and Prof. Dr. Farrokh K Langdana, Director of Rutgers Executive MBA programs USA and Professor in Finance & Economics. To register call 010-8526-2528 Ext.18 or Email emba@rutgers.cn, www.rutgers.cn.

Dining Out

Presidential Plaza Garden Cafe
For just RMB130+15% surcharge, you can enjoy our international buffet, fresh handmade noodles, exotic pastries, cakes and many other specialties. To complete your taste sensation and to cool off try our Summer Chills Ice Cream Selection! Lunch: RMB130+15% including coffee/tea. Dinner: RMB150+15% including coffee/tea. (8610) 5858 5588.

Italian Specialties
Enjoy our daily specials at La Gondola with signature dishes such as seafood pies, balsamic lamb cutlets and rigatoni with eggplant and sheep's cheese. All that delicious food calls for great wines, grappa and cheeses, such as Caciocavallo Silano and Gorgonzola Novarese Dolce, just to name a few. Prices for our Italian Cheeses start at RMB 108 + 15% surcharge per person. Open daily: Lunch 11:30 am to 2:30 pm; Dinner 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm. For reservations please call Mr. Alan Liu at (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5707.

A Fun Ti Melon and Fruit Festival 2005
In the scorching August, come to A Fun Ti Hometown Music Restaurant and join our Melon and Fruit Festival. Time: 6pm till late, August 1 - 31; What's on Offer: package dish and singly prepared; Menus: Hami Melon, Pear, Grape, Megranate, Apricot and various fresh juices; Buyers of Package Food: Order any package food on offer, have unlimited Xinjiang fruit for free; Buyers of Singly Prepared Food: Pay RMB20/person for unlimited fruit; Note: Please bring your name card for our lucky draw and interactive games. Reservation Hotline: (8610) 6527 2288 or 6525 1071.

Keeping purity - French restaurant "Le Rendez - vous"
"Le Rendez - vous" was set up by taking the concept of pure "Brasserie" - the symbol of French lifestyle. The slogan of "Le Rendez - vous" is "experience French family food and caring." Every Friday night, here is "Blue Jazz night". The second Thursday of every mth, here is "French night". Everybody is welcome. Add: Gong Ti Bei Lu, nearby Sanlitun, opposite Zhao Long hotel. Tel: (8610) 6462 9110. For more info, pls click here.


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Travel Information

The Natural Choice to Canada
Introducing the only nonstop flight between Beijing and Toronto. Starting June 3, 2005, Air Canada will fly you from Beijing to Toronto in record time, saving you 3.5 hours*. With a convenient schedule of four flights a week, you'll definitely find one that's right for you. And if you're headed to Western Canada, we also offer daily nonstop flights to Vancouver. On board, we're equipped with a Mandarin-speaking crew, Chinese cuisine and inflight entertainment. For the ultimate in comfort, our award-winning Executive First® service offers you gourmet meals, fine wines, and plenty of legroom. Call your travel agent or contact Air Canada at (8610) 6468 2001, (8621) 6279 2999. *Compared to our direct flight to Toronto via Vancourer.

Tagaytay/Voyage of Volcano
Tagaytay is your window to one of the world's most breathtaking spectacles; a lake within a volcano within a lake. This, together with her year-round cool climate and short drive from Manila, easily makes her the favorite get-away from-it-all destination. Trekking along the volcano crater, gaming, golf and lively evening entertainment are just some of Tagaytay's irresistible attractions. Prices start at CNY2,450. For more information please contact Philippine Airlines at telephone (8621) 6279 8765 or fax (8621) 6279 8762 or visit our website www.philippineairlines.com

Beijing Easy Travel Lido office GRAND OPENING in August!
We are a full service travel agency which provides superior service for domestic and international travel plans tailored to business or individual budgets and interests. Contact us about our special discount on your first booking ASAP! Tel: (8610) 5126 7266 (4 lines), email: rsvn@easytravel.cn

Beijing BONA Travel Service
Beijing - London Return:RMB4700.00; Beijing - Bangkok Return:RMB2500.00; Beijing - Hongkong Return:RMB2000.00; PingYao Tour; Xi'an Tour; Three Gorges Tour ect. TEL: (8610) 6504 4079 /8671 3792 /8671 3793. E-mail: cntravel@public3.bta.net.cn

Best Place to Avoid Summer Temperature around Beijing: Genghis Khan Holiday Resort
Accredited by CCTV as "One of the Top Ten Places with Great Fun in China", Genghis Khan Holiday Resort is a Mongolian-flavor travel destination close to Beijing. We provide the cool-in-summer and warm-in-winter Mongolian camp, tasty mutton barbecue and our special milk tea. We promise to cool every of your nerves with our natural AC when you come here in the summer. All this will cost you only RMB298/person. For details call (86479) 5887048

Shui'an Shan Ba Summer Resort
Shui'an Shan Ba Holiday Resort is built along a river and features wooden cottages that bring back a strong touch of nature. Here you can eat fresh and delicious rainbow trout, either raw or cooked, sip a cup of strong tea or coffee dashed with fragrant fountain water while enjoying a good conversation with friends or family. Address: 14km northwest of Yanxi Huandao, Huairou, Beijing. TEL (8610) 6162 7027; Fax (8610): 6162 7397



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Hotel Deals

Happy Summer Package
From August 1 to 7, 2005,Minimum 2 room nights. Superior Scenic View Room - RMB780; Superior Sea View Room - RMB880. The above rate is include of Daily Breakfast for 2 / Airport Pick Up (one way) / 1 Piece Free Laundry Daily/ BBQ Buffet Diner: RMB 188 / person (Sunday to Thursday). Seafood BBQ Diner: RMB 218/ person (Friday and Saturday). For reservations, please call (0898) 8856 5666 - 7103.

Relax, Refresh, Renew
Indulge yourself at Quan Spa of Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa! Quan Spa Package includes ONE choice of Aroma Fusion Massage or Tui-Na Massage, and ONE Foot Ritual for one person. Buffet Breakfast for two. Staying in Deluxe Ocean View Room. RMB1388/night (Sun - Thurs) RMB1588/night (Fri – Sat). * Rates are inclusive of service charge and subject to availability. * Advance reservation for spa treatment is required. * Extension stays at RMB738/night on weekdays, RMB898/night on weekends. * Extension stays rates are inclusive of breakfast for two only. * Valid until September 30, 2005. For reservation and information, please contact Reservation Dept. at (898) 8856 8888 or email to reservation@syxmc.com.

Take Me to Shanghai
Hilton Shanghai's incredible summer rates start from RMB1,130 + 15% tax per room per night. Bring the kids on the well-deserved holiday, book a second room and Hilton will extend a 50% discount off your first room rate.* TEL: (8621) 6248 0000, 250 Huashan Road, Shanghai.

Hilton Beijing Summer Special Deal
Newly renovated Superior Room Single: RMB888. Inclusive of 15% surcharge and daily American Breakfast; Applicable for weekend stay(Friday, Saturday and Sunday); Applicable for PRC guests or expatriate with Valid PRC residence permit; Valid from June 1 - August 31, 2005. For reservations: please call (8610) 5865 5221 /2 /3.

Summer Meeting Package
Full day meeting package RMB288.00net per person per day, inclusive: 2 coffee / tea breaks; Half day meeting package RMB248.00net per person per half day, inclusive: One time coffee / tea break. Other benefits including: Buffet lunch or Chinese working lunch | Free flow of soft drink during lunch | Pencils, pads, mints and ice water set up for each delegate | Complimentary usage of two microphones | Flower arrangement with podium | Flower arrangement with registration desk. Summer Meeting Package attendance minimum of 10 pax, 15 June 2005 until 31 August 2005, Hot line: (8610) 5858 5588 Ext. 8797 / 8776.

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Heavenly Weekend Sleep-In
Get away from it all... right here in the heart of the city, with a weekend at The Westin Shanghai! Deluxe Room: RMB 1188+15% service charge per night with 2 breakfast. Terms & Conditions: Offer is exclusively for Mainland Chinese ID card holders; For Friday and Saturday nights only and is valid with immediate effect until further notice and restricted to FIT travelers only; Offer is subject to availability and can be changed without prior notice. For more information, please contact Reservation department. Tel: (021) 6335 1888 ext 7519, Fax: (021) 6335 2772, Email: rsvns-shanghai@westin.com. Please quote rate code: SLEEPIN

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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!

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Voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!
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Education

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 3rd Aug! For more information please call (8610) 6413 1547 or (8610) 6413 1548, or mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn

Secondary Department
The British School of Beijing will open its secondary department next academic year, offering the English National curriculum to students up to the age of 14. The school is part of King¹s Group, and as such a wholly British owned and managed institution, focusing on high academic standards and levels of spoken and written English in classrooms. All teachers are British qualified with experience, and academic resources meet UK standards. Class sizes average 15-20 students. The school is located in the embassy district of Beijing. For more information contact info@britishschool.org.cn or (8610) 8532-3088.

Rutgers International EMBA Program
A Fully Accredited AACSB MBA Degree in 14 months. One of the top-selected Universities by Fortune 500 recruiters. A unique learning and networking environment with Senior Executives and High Embassy officials from 10 different Nationalities or more. Next Info Session: Wednesday August 3. To learn more about Rutgers EMBA in China, call 010-8526-2528 Ext. 18 or visit www.rutgers.cn


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Health & Fitness

Simulation Golf At Presidential Plaza
You don't have to leave the hotel to improve your golf stroke. Located on the second floor of the hotel is the Golf Simulation Center featuring some of the world's most famous golf courses. You can play one of these courses for 45 minutes for only RMB220. Arrangements can be made through the Hotel's Fitness and Recreation Center at 5858 5588 ext. 8505. Opening hours: 6:30am to 11:30pm. Contact: (8610) 5858 5588 ext.8505.

BODYWORKS Xizhimen Branch Newly Introduces Top Grade American Facilities
In reward for our members' long time support, Bodyworks Xizhimen Branch has specially introduced first class facilities from two US-made Fitness Brands - Hammer and Life, both of which features human design based on body mechanics and accurate data and high safety. We are also to open our fifth branch at UHN, which boasts a unique design, top grade facilities as well as quality service. Hotline: Lido Branch (8610) 6430 2008; Xizhimen Branch (8610) 6615 8800; Sigama Branch (8610) 8809 6699; Huangsi Branch (8610) 8223 1616; UHN Branch (8610) 6606 2008 or click here for more info.

Professional Massage Services
Providing the professional & traditional massage in Beijing. Aromatic SPA, foot massage, body massage. Service to your hotel & home by appointment in English. Tel: 1391 180 6596 Ms Zhang.

Beijing Manyi Belly Dance Club
As a professional dance institution in Beijing, we have taken the lead in introducing and promoting the true belly dance from its native place - the Middle East. We are also the first one to classify belly dances into different grades in line with learner's specific needs. We now open a short-term belly dance course for students who are on their summer holiday at super low price. Yayuncun Store TEL (8610) 6489 1474; Shijicheng Store TEL (8610) 8859 6928

 

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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

Beijing Heli Xincheng Home Moving Company
We are a professional home moving service provider based in Beijing. Since our establishment in 1993, we have developed a motorcade of more than 100 trucks and 500 staff, all of whom have undergone strict professional training and are fully qualified to meet our clients' specific demands. We move for both families and businesses alike. We also install and dismantle furniture for our clients. Starting price: RMB150/individual; RMB180 for business. Service Hotline: (8610) 6822 8868/8827 1765

Baiyuan Relocation Service
Baiyuan Relocation Service has been engaged in professional home moving and freight for nine years and enjoyed a good reputation among the clientel for valuing credit and quality. We provide you excellent 24-hour home moving and goods delivery service at reasonable rates: RMB150 for individual clients, RMB180 for businesses. Address: Room 201, Unit 4, #202 Building, Wangjing Dongyuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6475 7152.

 


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Find Expat Housing in Beijing!
DTZ can help you find the perfect home in Beijing. No matter your budget, we can aid you in finding a home near some of Beijing's cleanest and spacious living areas. To see a listing of some of our suggested properties, click here! And please contact us at: Ms Angela Shew, DTZ Debenham Tie Leung, Phone: (8610)65171275 (Direct line), Fax: (8610)65101368/69. E-mail: angela_shew@dtz.bj.cn

 

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Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Localization Operations Manager Wanted
Great opportunity for westerner resident in Beijing, proeficient at English, 3 to 4 years experience in Localization environemnt including at least 2 years managing a team. Expert in all Localization aspects. Please contact applyOM@hotmail.com for further details.

Job Opening For Accounting/Tax Expert
International firm is searching for accounting/tax expert for employment in consulting business. Fluent English, previous experience in FIE (Foreign Investment Enterprises), age minimum 30 are essential. Please send CV's to bea-law@sohu.com or fax to (8610) 8529 8112.

English Teachers Wanted At Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz is looking for enthusiastic teachers of English. Your students will be from multinational corporations. Part-time and full-time positions available immediately. Must be native English speaker and degree holder. Training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: valbates@berlitz.com.cn

 

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Services

The Professional Translation Company.
Thundergates provides professional and accurate translations of legal documents, corporate / project documents, print media, personal documents, website localization, trademark translation and re-design, as well as interpretation services. Ensure the accuracy of important documents by trusting the professionals. We employ both native English and Chinese speakers. Let us help you before it's too late. Tel: (8610) 6743 7506, Fax: (8610) 8532 1999, Email: mail@thundergates.com or visit us Online at www.thundergates.com to find out more.

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

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

Bobby Miller Golf Academy
My name is Bobby Miller and I am Golf Professionsal from America. I have been in China over 10 years and speak fluently in Chinese, Japanese and English. From beginners to low handicappers everyone can always get better and I have the right attitude and expereience to help you enjoy this wonderfull game of golf. For more information please check out my website at www.BeijingGolfPro.com or call me at 1391 011 5667.

BGFS Associates Ltd
We won't cold call you. Over 95% of our new business is via additional business from existing clients or recommendation and introductions. Which of these areas of financial planning is the most important to you today? Family education. Regular outgoings if you can't work due to sickness. Guaranteed income following your/partners early death. Capital sum following a heart attack, stroke, invasive cancer. Future home/repatriation, Lower cost mortgage. Retirement income. Early retirement. Minimising tax liabilities, now and on death. Saving regular earnings. Better growth on existing savings. Why not invest 20 minutes into an introductory chat. info@bgfsassociates.com or call (8610) 8599 7677.

Guo & Partners
We are a Chinese law firm specialized in national and international business law. All our lawyers have received formal legal education and have had long-term experience in practicing Chinese laws as well as dealing with Chinese administration and judiciary. We have a staff who can speak Chinese, English, German and Japanese to ensure a seamless communication with our clients. For further details about us, please visit our office at Rm. 411 Office Building, Jing Guang Center, Hu Jia Lou, Chaoyang District, Beijing or call us at (8610) 8454 1888.

We'll Take Care of Your Family
We are a special housework service provider. We can do different homework for you, ranging from nursery, child's intellectual development to patient care. We have a team of experienced experts and qualified staff who can spare you from the tiresome chores and make you feel assured that your child/sick family members will be well tended. Address: 2F, Puyun Hotel, Honglingjin Qiao, Dongsihuan, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6508 0044

Shiji Yingsheng Translation Service
Shijie Yingsheng, also known as "Worry-free Translation", specializes in multi-lingual translation, interpretation and localization. We have a strong translation/interpretation team who are proficient in a dozen of foreign languages and have a solid understanding of different technical fields including chemistry, medicine, machinery and IT etc. Chinese-English RMB80 per thousand words; Chinese to other languages RMB100 per thousand words. Discount available for quantity demands. TEL (8610) 8982 7212

Community Announcements

YPHHYPHH Happy Networking
Since January 2001 YPHH has been organizing "Happy Networking"-events for people working and living in Beijing & Shanghai. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month the YPHH Happy Hour. Other events include YPHH Wine Tasting at Centro, YPHH Belgian Beer Tasting at Hidden Tree and much more. Info and subscribes via http://www.yphh.com

Wed. Aug. 3 - YPHH Wine Night at Rococo Club, 8-11pm