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 Horse
Racing In Beijing!
Beijing Jockey Club (BJC) - BJC holds racing
every weekend from March to November. Each race day has
8 races, 14 horses per race and lots of activities for
adults and children, including pony rides. Please visit
our website www.mawww.com
for full details and schedule of meetings, BJC is located
in Tong Zhou district, about 40 minutes drive east of
China World Centre. Tel. (8610) 6518 2312 / 8956 5447.
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2nd Oktoberfest @ Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou
Beijing
Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
will hold its 2nd Oktoberfest from 21 to 25 September
2005 in the Marquee in front of the Hotel. Start
from 6pm every evening, guests will enjoy every
minute of five nights of fun-filled activities at
the Oktoberfest in its traditional colorful decoration,
Bavarian performances with fancy instrument, chicken
dance, exciting games and lucky draws...RMB228 nett
per person including wide selection of sumptuous
traditional German and Chinese buffet, free flow
of beer, soft drinks and mineral water. For reservations
and inquiries, please contact (8610) 8498 2288 ext.
7376. Group reservation is welcomed.
 Enjoy
Typical Cantonese Cuisine at Dynasty Jade Garden
Restaurant
New
Chefs Team joining in Dynasty Jade Garden Restaurant.
The Cantonese Chef Lin with his team arrived at
Dynasty Jade Garden Restaurant of Presidential Plaza
Hotel Beijing, With their most extraordinary skills
and knowledge in Cantonese cuision, they will provide
typical Cantonese cuisine inclusive of the following
set menues promoted as: *Abalone Set at RMB 598.00
(2 Pax); *Shark Fin Set at RMB 398.00 (2 Pax); *Bird's
Nest Set at RMB 688.00 (2 Pax). Reservation: (8610)
5858 5588 ext. 8620.
 Atrium
cafe - Fisherman's Wharf
From every evening 17:00-22:00pm of September,
Come and navigate to the atrium cafe by enjoying
the sumptuous buffet dinner spread with an array
of seafood with RMB only 138/person subject to 15%
service charge. Reservations: (8610) 6515 8855 ext.
2212.
 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.
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.
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Day Promotion
Valid from Sep.29 to Oct.7, 2005, From
RMB 888, Includes: A night's stay in Golf View
Room | Complimentary breakfast for 2 at Atrium
Cafe | Complimentary use of gymnasium, sauna and
indoor swimming pool | RMB 400 supplement for
newly renovated Grand Ocean View Room | Above
room rate includes 15% surcharge however, subject
to Government tax of RMB 11.00 per person per
day as required by the local authorities | Rate
is subject to change without prior notice | Room
reservation is subject to availability. Website:
www.gloriaresort.com;
E-mail: sales@gloriaresort.com;
Toll Free Reservation Hot Line: 800 876 8863;
Reservations: 0898-88568855 ext 4133.
Golden Package for National Day
RMB 1288 net per night for 1 superior
Room; extension stays for one night or more at
RMB 1000 net per night. Package includes: complimentary
up to 2 daily breakfast, free use of driving-range
at nearby golf course, free use of gym and swimming
pool, free use of Leisure Complex facilities or
free rental of bicycle for one hour, 10% discount
for spa and facial care, 20% discount for airport
pick-up, complimentary extra beds and daily breakfast
for up to 2 children (under 12) sharing room with
parents, free use of children's fun land. Valid
from October 1, 2005 to Ocotober 5, 2005. For
inquiry or reservation, please contact (0898)
62966888 or e-mail to sales@sofitelboao.com
 National
Day Rate of Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay
Scenic View: RMB 988; Sup Ocean View:
RMB 1380. Remark: Above room rate are inclusive
of 15% service charge, but subject to Rmb11/pax/night/Rm
Tax | Check in after 15:00, check out till 12:00
| Breakfast: Rmb158/per pax | Extra bed rate is
Rmb220 (Exclusive of breakfast) | Above room rate
should be paid during 72 hours when the booking
has been confirmed. Fully room rate should be
charged if any cancellation after pre-payment.
Valid Date: 01 Oct To 06 Oct 05. Holiday Inn Resort
Yalong Bay reserves the right of final explanation
on the above special rate. Please call 86-898-8856
5666-7103 for detail. China Toll Free Reservation
No. 800 830 6368; China Toll Free hand phone Reservation
No. 400 884 0888; E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com
 Sofitel
Plaza Xiamen Studio Suite Package
During the National Day Holiday, Sofitel
Plaza Xiamen offers a special Studio Suite Package
for RMB1580+4% government tax for 2 nights/3 days
from 1st Oct to 9th Oct. Other benefits includes:
Daily complimentary breakfast buffet for two persons
| Xiamen Seafood Basket dinner for 2 persons |
Sofitel Club privileges, all day happy hours at
lounge | Complimentary broad band internet in
room | Free use of Internet at Sofitel Club library
| Late check-out till 4:00pm(subject to availability)
| 20% discount for SPA | Free use of Swimming
pool and health club | Complimentary scheduled
airport shuttle service. For reservations or more
information, please call (0592) 511 3888 or reservation@sofitelxiamen.com
 A
Room With A Sea View
Deluxe Seaview Room at USD 168/room/night.
Magnificent views of the deep blue ocean from
your balcony! Unforgettable ocean getaway is our
promise to you! 58sq. meters of comfort and luxury
at the Sheraton Sanya Resort. Please visit www.sheraton.com/sanya
and view Special Offers for reservation. For Full
information please visit www.sheratonsanya.com
or click
here or phone (86) (898) 8855 8239 or email:
sanya.res@sheraton.com
Presidential
Plaza Hotel Family Weekend Package
Family Weekend Package: RMB888.00 nett,
One night accommodation on premier room category
(From Friday to Sunday): Free buffet breakfast
for two adults | Free buffet breakfast for up
to two kids under the age of 12; For kid above
12, addtional breakfast will be charged at RMB138.00
nett | One complimentary extra bed for one child
| Complimentary baby sitting on the first night
of the stay | Welcome drink for two adults and
ice-cream for two children upon check-in | Free
use of Gym, swimming pool and sauna | Guests can
also get ticket and tour service at the hotel.
Resevation, please call: (8610) 6800 1786.
 "Golden
Week Special" at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Lufthansa Center
For only 999 Rmb per room, per night
including. Free Limousine airport pick-up upon
arrival. Daily buffet breakfast at "Seasons
Cafe" Free use of Health-Club facilities
and Swimming Pool. Valid from: 30th September
to 10th October 2005. Rate is subject to availability
and 15 % surcharge and limited to double occupancy
per room. For more info, please call (8610) 6465
3388 ext 5522/5533.
 Book
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!
 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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 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 Vancouver.
 Fly
To Davao From China and Find Tranquility
Lying in the shadow of Mt. Apo, the country's
highest peak, Davao is a melting pot of different
cultures. Its landmarks reflect this amazing variety:
a Muslim mosque, a Catholic cathedral, and a Filipino-Japanese
memorial can be found within meters of each other.
The wilderness around Mt. Apo abounds with hot springs,
boling mudpots and waterfalls. Rare flora and fauna
like the Waling-waling orchid and the Philippine
eagle find their residence in this fascinating city.
Prices start at CNY2,750. For more information please
contact Philippine Airlines at telephone (8621)
6279 8765 or fax (8621) 6279 8762 or visit our website
www.philippineairlines.com
 Need
Airline Tickets From US To China?
Got Friends in the U.S. Planning To Go
To China? For Air Tickets from The US to China,
the cheapest tickets are sold in the U.S. We offer
the best priced tickets on Air China, and on most
other carriers. Located a block from New York's
Empire State Building, Happy New York Travel can
ship tickets to anywhere in the world. Call Catherine
in the US at 646-552-2331, or US toll-free at 1-866-886-6868.
Or Email: happynytravel@yahoo.com
or visit www.happynytravel.com
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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
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Education |
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 The
Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Studying Easier
National Day Holiday Intensive Class,
from 3rd to 7th Oct, 6 hours/day, totally 30hours/825rmb.
For more information please call 010-64131547/48
or visit www.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
Get your MBA in Beijing from US based
Rutgers University in 14 Months. A unique learning
and networking environment with executives/diplomats
from 12 different countries or more. Still enrolling
for the Beijing Fall 2005 Startup. Jump in the
class at any time from now until November to start
on the path to your career success. It's not too
late! Call 010-8526-2528 or email emba@rutgers.cn
www.rutgers.cn
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Health & Fitness |
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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
- Experience New Fashion & Health Concept!
Another Bodyworks store opens! The new
store is located within the style community of
UHN, No. 2, Xibahe Dongli, Chaoyang District,
featuring a three-storey architecture of unique
style, deluxe decoration and top grade facilities.
Our special gym and the open swimming pool on
the 2nd floor lead you on the way of becoming
well-tuned; our dynamic Spinning lets you experience
the delight of dripping sweat; our spacious dressing
room, bath room as well as sauna room relieve
you from boring long time waiting. What's more,
our experienced professional coaches furnish you
with a rich variety of fitness courses. Hotline:
(8610) 6606 2008, (8610) 5130 1166 or click
here for more info.
 Yoga
Retreats in a Buddhist Temple
Do Yoga in a 500 year-old buddhist temple.
Escape the city and experience tranquil temple
life with excellent Astanga Yoga instructor Sarem
from Vienna. details at www.mountainyoga.cn
or call Gyan Giri at 13901021322
My
Dentist
As our name "My Dentist" tells
you, we are working to be your special dentist.
If you have any dental demands, be it regular
dental check-up or fillings, tooth re-construction
or anything else, let us know! A reservation to
meet a dentist costs RMB100, with a 30% surcharge
for treatment. We only accept a few reservations
each day to ensure you have the best and most
considerate service. TEL (8610) 6174 4230 Address:
9-102, #18, No. 1 Qu, Tiantongyuan, Changping
District.
Beijing
Modern Women's Hospital
Conveniently located at the Dongsi North
Street of downtown Beijing, Beijing Modern Women's
Hospital is a professional medical institution
that mainly serves female clients. Our hospital
features modern and stylish decoration, a team
of certified medical experts and advanced medical
facilities. We specialize in plastic surgery,
gynaecology, and other feminine medical care.
We promise health and beauty for everyone who
chooses us. TEL (8610) 960 96066 Fax (8610) 8403
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Funny Pics |
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to Ron Gluckman for the pic:
Send
in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or
funny while you stayed in China. Send it to funnypics-2@xianzai.com
with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!".
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Relocations |
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 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
Xinwang
Home Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving services in
Beijing, we boast a group of young and qualified staff
who have undergone strict and systematic training in
packaging, loading and unloading and will make you feel
assured about the safety of your furniture. Starting
price: RMB150 for individual clients; RMB160 for businesses.
RMB120 for separate piano moving. Hotline: (8610) 6298
6454
Relocation
Experts: Tianzheng Relocation Service
We have trucks of different capacities to
meet your furniture size and quantity. We have many
branches laid out across the city for you to choose
from the most convenient one to save cost for yourself.
Different sizes of cardboard boxes are available free
of charge. We move from lane to lane, from city to country.
RMB150 starting price for home moving. RMB180 starting
price for piano moving. For details or reservation please
call our toll-free phone at 800 810 1167
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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!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Job
Vacancies at British Embassy Beijing
British Embassy Beijing has a few job
vacancies. Interested candidates, please look up
at the Embassy web page: www.uk.cn
Native
English Speaking Sales Wanted
A Real Estate Co. is seeking native English
speaking sales, we offer the fixable working time
with high commission. Interested person please send
CV to adm@yhl.com.cn
Job
Openings at a Premier Resort Hotel in Saipan
Premier resort hotel in Saipan, a leading
tourist destination in the Northern Marianas Islands,
is searching for motivated individuals with an abundance
of energy and proven experience in attaining positive
results to fill the following challenging and rewarding
positions: 1. Sales Representative 2. Banquet Sales
Representative 3. Front Office Receptionist 4. Guest
Relations Agent 5. Restaurant/Outlet Manager 6.
Restaurant/Outlet Supervisor 7. Sports & Recreation
Buddy. All applicants must have the following minimum
qualifications: Two years experience for the position
desired; A good command of the English language
both oral and written. If you have the drive and
determination to make a difference, please send
your cover letter of interest together with your
resume to Ms. Eileen Guerrero, Human Resources Manager
at eileen_guerrero@daiichi-hotels.com
Actor. Writer. Television & Radio Host. Originally
from San Francisco, now hosting Easy Cafe
on China Radio International, Chris Verrill has
been an actor and writer in over 40 stage, radio,
television, and film productions. Photos, resume,
and contact information at www.chrisverrill.com.
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Services |
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 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
We
Do Your Housework!
A professional home service provider in Beijing,
we have a team of experienced teachers who know
well about housework management to train our Ayis
to take good care of your home and family. We offer
different service options for you. RMB650 starting
price for general housework; RMB700 starting price
for child caring and elder tending. RMB1600-2000
for taking care of new mother and their baby. When
you need help regarding the above, call Beijing
Haoyingtong Home Service at (8610) 8235 7819 Fax
(8610) 8235 8699
Tianyi
Huijia Translation
As one of the largest translation services in China
approved by the Department of Industry and Commerce,
we are able to provide high quality translation
and intepretation in over 70 languages. Our service
covers almost all technical fields, ranging from
machinery to multimedia, from IT to culture, to
name just a few. Many a large state-owned and foreign
company have chosen us as their long standing partners
in various foreign oriented activities. Translation
from English to Chinese costs RMB98 per thousand
words, from Chinese to English RMB138 per thousand
characters. We offer better deals for large quantities
of demands. More info via (8610) 8495 9930.
Beijing
Jin Jie Shi Cleaning Service
We clean everything in your home and office: computer,
furniture, glass, carpet, ceiling--everything! We
use environmental friendly detergents that not only
make your furniture look new and beautiful, but
also durable. RMB2.8/meter for new home cleaning,
RMB2 for carpet washing. Address: No. 5, Wangzhuang
Road, Haidian District. TEL 800 610 6188
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 YPHH
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.
September 21 - YPHH Happy Hour,
Touch, 6:30pm, free entrance
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