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RMB5880 from Guangzhou to Europe* (round trip fare in
Economy Class). Buy between February 10th and February
14th, travel in March 2006. For more information and booking,
please call Air France at 4008 808 808, or visit www.airfrance.com.cn
*Fare valid for round trips only, excluding taxes. Destinations
list upon request. Other terms and conditions apply.
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Festival Offer from Holiday Inn Resort Yalong
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We understand your need to get things done - anyplace,
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center for more information. * The rate is subject
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Stunning unspoilt setting. Absolute contemporary
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Get ready for a true resort experience with our
introductory offer: room rates from RMB 940+,
including breakfast and upgrade to the next available
room category. Call Hilton Reservations Worldwide
at 800 820 0600 (toll free in China) or the resort
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airline points.
 Sofitel
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Sofitel Boao was awarded Golden Pillow of 2005,
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Meanwhile the new BFA Golf lighting course provide
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start from RMB2526, for inquiry and reservation,
please contact (0898) 6296 6888, reservation@sofitelboao.com
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With Style Within Shanghai
Located by the shore of Shanghai' largest lake,
the stylish Le Meridien She Shan Shanghai provides
guests with a relaxed elegant ambience set amidst
the natural beauty of the She Shan national tourist
resort. Spring Festival Special at RMB788+ with
international buffet breakfast included valid
from 27th January to 12th February 2006. Reservation
Hotline: +86 21 57798210 or email at reservations@sheshan.lemeridien.com
 "Meeting
in Paradise" Package - From Good to Great
in Sheraton Sanya Resort
Imagine ... an event in Paradise with
fresh air, clear blue waters, white sandy beaches,
exclusive coffee breaks, tailor-made from Good
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a fantastic outdoor BBQ dinner...The most luxurious
tropical resort hotel in the mainland China, Sheraton
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with the most extensive convention facilities
on Hainan Island. 1,250 sqm Seven Seas Ballroom
with 11 function rooms are at your disposal to
host all kinds of gatherings, from product launches,
exhibits, customer events to Executive Board Meetings.
Sheraton Sanya Resort now introduces an attractive
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until 30 June 2006... Please visit www.sheraton.com/sanya
and view Special Offers for reservation. For Full
information please visit www.sheratonsanya.com
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Or Email: sanya.res@sheraton.com
 Winter
Season Greetings from Presidential Plaza Hotel
Beijing
Presidential Plaza's "Service Charge Free"
Winter Season. Valid from December 16 2005 till
February 12, 2006. RMB 620 net in a comfortable
superior Room, including: Daily breakfast buffet,
unlimited internet access, free swimming pool,
Jacuzzi, Sauna usage, 45 minutes simulation golf
training. For reservations, please contact: (8610)
6800 1786; reservations@presidentialplaza.com;
www.presidentialplaza.com.
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a Hostel Room in China!
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China. Find pictures, comments, and maps for the
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Yangshuo--plus lots more. You can securely book
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Travel Information |
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 The
Fastest Way to Canada
Starting June 16, 2006, Air Canada will introduce non-stop
service between eastern Canada and China's largest city.
With the new Toronto-Shanghai service, you will have
maximum connecting options throughout the Americas.
For more information and reservation, please call your
travel agent or contact Air Canada at (8610) 6468-2001,
(8621) 6279-2999.
 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
Visit
the No.1 Peak in Guangdong
Shi Keng Kong (Stone Pit Hill) Renowned as the "No.1
Peak" in Guangdong, is located in Nan Ling National
Nature Protected Area. With a height 1902 meters, it is
the highest peak in Guangdong, so it is also known as
the "Himalaya in Guangdong". It is also the
biggest virgin forest in Guangdong where you can find
more than 2000 kinds of plants here. There is a 3-star
hot spring resort in the scenic spot which can offer 200
rooms. If you want to come here for a holiday, pls contact
with our reservation department: (86763) 7886 838. Guangdong
First Peak Scenic Spot, 97 Beimen Road, Yangshan County
of Qingyuan.
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Shenzhen
The Terrace
Bar and Restaurant, 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
China
Spice
Chinese cuisine, Four Points by Sheraton Hotel,
Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL(86755)
8359 9999
Chez
Moi
French cuisine, newly opened. #299 Store, The MixC
at City Crossing, 1881 Baoan Road S., Luohu District.
TEL (86755) 8266 8880
Guangzhou
Samba Restaurant and Bar
2F #11 Jianshe Liu Ma Lu, call (8620) 8381 6888
for more details.
La
Lieto
Korean cuisine
A06 1F, #1-3 Fengyuan Bldg., Tiyuxi Rd., call (8620)
8558 3969 for more details.
Memory
French cuisine. Dong Fang HOtel, 120 Liu Hua Rd.,
for more details, call (8620) 8666 9900
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Shenzhen
Avana Spa
Full service tropical spa, offering Southeast
Asian traditional spa treatments for head to toe
pampering. GF Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou,
Shenzhen. For more details, call (86755) 2681
9040.
Aerobics
Lesson
Four days a week (M, T, TH, F). RMB50 per class.
Jingshan Gym. Contact Julie at 138 23507671 for
time details.
Yoga
Classes
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Private home
lessons are also available. For details, please
contact Amy at 138 02295479.
Physical
Club
The largest health club in Shenzhen, the Citic
City Club is now open, located at Citic Plaza,
Shennan Rd., Futian District. For details, call
(86755) 2598 8861.
Maillen
Club
Located in 1st Guishan Road, Shekou Industrial
Zone. TEL (86755) 2668 7777
Sunhope
Health Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District.
TEL (86755) 2693 8198
Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons
Every Monday and Wednesday. Fee of RMB250 (members)
and RMB400 (non-members) for eight classes. Luhu
Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho
at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.
Total
Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San
Lu. TEL (8620) 8372 9977
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Shengang
Shunfa Relocation Service
We feature highly efficient communications means and
advanced computer management system. All staff are well
trained and proficient in undertaking missions of home
moving, factory equipment moving and office moving.
Besides, it also offers cleaning services, furniture
installation and skillful Ayi. Work 24 hours a day.
Moving service starting price RMB130/vehicle. TEL (86755)
2552 1871
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Get
A Flat in the Garden
Located in the garden of Tianhebei CBD, it is a
nice flat with 3 bedrooms. You might surprise for
the quiet environment, because it is hard to find
such a place in this District. All the rooms are
fully furnished with ADSL and CATV. Also it is very
near the west part of South China University of
Science and Technology, you can even try to have
a student life in your spare time. 2500rmb per month,
and extra 85rmb per month for the property management.
Pls contact Mr. Chen for details, TEL (8620) 8723
6337, Mobile: (86) 1333 2884 690, or send email
to cheny3001@126.com
A
New Apartment in Luohu
Located on the 6th floor of the 18-storey building,
it is a quite new apartment which is fully decorated.
It has 1 bedroom and a big flat. The traffic surrounding
is very convenient, there are many bus lines to
pass by. 950rmb per month you can get this new apartment,
and start you comfortable life here. If want to
move in, pls contact with Mr. Huang, TEL (86755)
2517 3804
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Openings at LehmanBrown International
Accountants
LehmanBrown International Accountants
is rapidly expanding and seeking to
recruit dynamic individuals for the
following positions: Partners, Directors,
minimum twelve years accounting experience,
must have Big 4 background, and knowledge
of China accounting, IAS and preferably
USGAAP and be able to manage clients,
staff and win business. Senior Managers,
Audit Managers, min 8yrs experience
including audit with Big 4, good English;
Senior Auditors, ACCA / CPA, minimum
of four years experience with big
4 or large local accounting firm,
good English; Auditors, minimum of
two years experience, CPA or studying,
good English; Please e-mail your resume
with a cover letter outlining which
position you are interested in to:
shenzhencareer@lehmanbrown.com
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into pleasure
Avana is for your mind, Avana is for your Body,
but mainly Avana is for your senses. Come to Avana
Spa and experience Southeast Asian Traditional beauty
and wellbeing secrets and techniques. We offer head
to toe pampering using natural products. Located
at the GF, Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou,
Nanshan District, Shenzhen. For reservations and
more information, call 86 755 26819040.
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;
Shenzhen Tel: +86-755 8367-1598 Fax: +86-755 8367-1698;E-mail:
beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com, shenzhen@lehmanbrown.com
Guangdong
M.C.D Consultants Corporation
Guangdong M.C.D Consultants Corporation is one of
the legally registered immigration enterprises in
Guangzhou approved by Ministry of Public Security
of People's Republic of China. It provides customers
with consulting service on immigration, business
tours, student authorization and other visa-related
issues, covering such regions as the U.S.A., Canada,
Australia, New Zealand and other European and Asian
countries. You may also log on our website www.mcdvisa.com
to check out more information. Tel: (8620) 2237
6688
Do
you need a lawyer in Guangdong?
Guangdong Plato Law Firm is one of the first legal
agencies to do professional publication about law
in China. It holds advanced computer network and
information database, can help you to deal with
different kinds of cases. Also it offers free online
consultation and a law case analysis centre, can
help people to get more legal knowledge. TEL (86756)
3326 581 (Zhuhai).
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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.php
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
 YPHH
Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people
in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen. Average age is
25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly
YPHH Wine Night, YPHH Happy Hour, weekend-outings,
day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes
to the mailing list, please log onto http://www.yphh.com
Wed.
Jan. 18 - YPHH Happy Hour at The Terrace
The first YPHH Happy Hour of 2006 at brand new The
Terrace in Shekou. This event is co-hosted by New
Concept Mandarin, that organizes their New Year's
Party at the same time. Entrance fee of RMB 100
per person includes 5 shooters, some snacks, lucky
draw, live music and lots of Happy Networking! More
info and reservations via http://www.yphh.com
Shenzhen
Love wines? Crazy about cheese? Or want to meet
new people and gather with old friends? Join the
Shenzhen Wine and Cheese club. We socialize every
4th Saturday of the month, featuring different wines
and cheeses. For details about our monthly events,
please call 138 27400823 or email graceozaeta@hotmail.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.
DIY
Cooking Lesson with Chef Andrew Mok
RMB900 (non-members), RMB750 (members), includes
tuition and ingredients. Call: Kelly Ho at (8620)
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Guangzhou
Luoyang Longmen Grotto Buddhist Culture Exhibition
RMB12, 9am-5pm, until March 30, Museum of Western
Han Dynasty, #867 Jiefang Bei Rd. TEL (8620) 8666
4920
Hongkong
Hongkong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter
Free entry, 10am-5pm, Janunary 17-20, HK Convention
and Exhibition Center, Hall 1-3, 7. For more details,
visit www.hkfashionweekss.com
World
Boutique Hongkong
By the HK Trade Development Council. Free entry.
10am-5pm, January 17-20, Hall 5, HK Convention and
Exhibition Center. For details, visit
www.worldboutiquehk.com
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Join the Community
From networking to DJ events find out where
the Shenzhen community hangs out. Events, Nightlife,
Restaurants, Jobs, Classifieds visit ShenzhenParty.com
or email xianzai@shenzhenparty.comfor
more info.
Shenzhen
Europa Beer Plaza
Nanshan Ave., Nanshan District. TEL (86755) 2691
1268
Sign Bar
109 Qiao Hua Garden, South Section, Nanshan Ave.,
Nanshan District. TEL (86755) 2702 5166
Tricolor Bar
2F Jingyuan Mansion, 88 ShongYuan Rd., TEL (86755)
2588 7000
Guangzhou
Backstreet Jazz Restaurant and Bar
Guangdong Art Museum, East Gate, Ersha Island. TEL
(8620) 8735 3960
Fox Club
Nice ambience, hip atmosphere. 376 Changdi Da Ma
Rd. TEL (8620) 8185 5377
Laputa
by Peter
Enjoyable bartending performance. 1F Huashan Hotel,
Huanshi Dong Rd. TEL (8620) 8760 6408
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January 16, 2006
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Shenzhen
Merengue Bachata Salsa Classes
Every Monday at 9-10am, Jingshan Aerobics Room.
For more details, contact Josefina at 134 28990138
or email josefina_polanco27@hotmail.com
French Conversation Classes
Free entry, 10am, Napoleon Brasserie, Seaworld Square,
Shekou. For more details, call Yolande at 136 32853610.
Scottish Country Dancing Classes
7:30-9:30pm, Jingshan Aerobics room. For more details,
call Kate on 137 28665100
Mad Cow Monday @ McCawley's Irish
Bar & Restaurant
All day Hamburgers and Chunky Chips for only RMB45.
Shop 118 Sea World Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755)
2668 4496
9 Ball KnockOut at X-ta-sea
RMB100 (entry fee), winner takes all.
Every Monday, at the back of Haitao Hotel, Taizi
Rd., Shekou. Call (86755) 2686 7649 for more details.
Ladies Day at Yes Bar
Free drink for ladies all day.
Yes Bar, Shizheng Design Building, 3001 Sungang
Road West. TEL (86755) 8361 7612/8325 5116
Wubbly
Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours,
RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free
Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999
Guangzhou
Exploring Chinese Brush Painting
Expats welcome. For more details on the schedule,
call (8620) 8750 5536.
Children's Art Courses
RMB90 per hour. 4:30-6pm, every Monday, The Insight
Cafe, GF, Booth 3, 230 Long Kou Xi Lu. For details,
call (8620) 3821 5002
Tuesday,
January 17, 2006
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Shenzhen
Aerobics Class
9-10am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. For
more details, please call Claire Adams at 135 28803123.
Yoga Classes
10-11am, please call Elena Pistonao at (86755) 2667
6676 for more details.
Mahjong for Ladies
Every Tuesday afternoon at 2pm at Jingshan 125,
For details, please contact Ms. Heidi Wong on (86755)
2667 6020.
Mother and Toddler Group
Every Tuesday at 3-5pm, Jingshan 116, venues change,
so for details, visit www.swiconline.com
Mexican Night at Soho club
Margaritas for RMB25 each. Located at 101 Longtao
Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou
Two for Tuesday @ McCawley's Irish
Bar & Restaurant
Order one main meal and receive a FREE second main.
6-8pm. Shop 118 Sea World Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755)
2668 4496
Wubbly
Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours,
RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free
Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999
Guangzhou
Taiji Lesson
Fee at RMB200 (members) and RMB320 (non-members)
for eight lessons.
The Luhu Golf and Country Club. Call Miss Ho at
(8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.
Hongkong
Salsa at C Club
Free Salsa lessons with HK's top instructors - Salsa
DJ weekly on the day. Free entry with one glass
of Sangria.
8-9pm, BF, California Tower, 30-32 D'Aguilar St.,
Lan Kwai Fong, Central. For more details, call (852)
2526 1139
Wednesday,
January 18, 2006
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Shenzhen
Yoga Classes
9-10am, please call Amy Bai on 138 02295479 for
details.
SWIC Ladies Badminton
Meet at the SPAH every Wednesday.
3-5pm, for more details, please call Ms. Margaret
Cochrane at (86755) 2686 9009.
T-Bone Wednesdays @ McCawley's Irish
Bar & Restaurant
All day. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou.
TEL (86755) 2668 4496
Cardio Funk Aerobics Class
6:30-7:30pm, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou.
TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071
Shenzhen YPHH Networking Event
The Terrace, for more information, please visit
www.yphh.com
Touch Rugby in Shekou
8pm. At the Soccer field on Taizi Rd. Shekou, Nanshan
District.
Ladies Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm-2am, 25F Section A Guoqi Daxia Shangbunan Lu.
Contact (86755) 8230 1833 for details.
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