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Xianzai Guangdong
Volume 10, issue 20 - May 15, 2006
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  Weather Forecast   China News   China Classifieds   Funny Pics
  Antique Furniture   Hotel Deals   Travel Information   Dining Out
  Health and Fitness   Relocations   Property/Real Estate   Jobs
  Services   Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibits   Nightlife   Weekly Calendar
  Hongkong Happenings   Community Announcements   Subscription Info   Sponsorship Info
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China News
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Offer Garments Sell (Jeans, Jacket, Children's Wear)

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Buy NOKIA N90 N91 N92 N80 Motorola VX3 At Affordable Price

Native English Instructor Wanted

Sell PDA Battery For HP Jornada 920,928

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

Thanks to Rodney Mantle for the pic:

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

Antique Furniture

Each week we highlight a new and interesting piece of antique Chinese furniture!

Doors
Large, Tall Rectangular Wooden Tibetan Door panels - brightly painted; - Various colors and patterns available. Patterns are very original based on supernatural characters from Tibetan mythology. Because of their attractiveness in color and motifs these doors are just perfect for the interior décor just to slide them into a wall or to separate rooms. We have a very distinctive collection of salvaged old Beijing doors suitable for exterior use, as well.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/

Hotel Deals

"Buddha Bar" Weekend Stay at Sofitel Plaza Xiamen
The first ever "Lobby Party" in China with Buddha Bar's Resident DJ Ravin on Saturday, 20th May. Join Sofitel Plaza Xiamen for this voyage of enchantment at RMB 758 including 1 night stay in Superior Room with breakfast & tickets for 2 persons (subject to 4% government tax). A sensual experience, not to be missed! For further information or reservation, please call hotline at (0592) 511 9677.

Making an Appointment on Holiday Inn Beach BBQ, See You There!
The very nearest the ocean "Beach BBQ" will open on May 1st! Only need RMB188/pax, you could taste the really Sichuan & Hainan style Hot pot. Accompanying with gentle wind, hearing a sound of ocean wave. It's the best place for you to enjoy your Dinner! Time: 18:00 pm - 23:00 pm. See you there! Tel: 86-898-8856 5666-7166.


Enjoy More Privileges at Imperial Club of Wangfujing Grand Hotel
Wangfujing Grand hotel creates an exclusive environment called "Imperial Club" for both business and leisure travellers, all guests can enjoy the enhanced privileges at Imperial Club,including free use of in-room LCD computer with high-speed internet access, choice of health pillows for your stay, complimentary Buffet Breakfas, Express Check-in, late check out till 16:00 and many more. For further information or reservation, please visit www.wangfujinghotel.com, or email to marketing@wangfujinghotel.com

Getting Things Done
At Crowne Plaza Sanya, you'll discover a fresh new way of doing business in everything from large seminars to discreet private meetings. As a global business hotel, we understand that meetings are an essential part of business. For this, we've put together a comprehensive range of products and services called Meetings Success. Supported by a professional team that understands your detailed meeting needs, Crowne Plaza Sanya is committed to helping you succeed in all of your business endeavors. Tel: (86-898) 8855 5888*8701-8706; E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com, syxcp@ichotelsgroup.com; Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/home

Soft Opening Promotion at The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen
Shenzhen only 5 star luxury all suites business hotel will offer 60% discount for all suites (RMB 920 + 15%) from 16 May to 08 October 2006. All suites are 48sq meters and above, complete with extra large bath and rainforest showers, 42 inch plasma television, complimentary broadband internet, "intelligent" air conditioning and double-glazed windows for perfcet peace and quite amid the bustling city are just some of the features to compliment your stay. For room bookings, please visit our website www.szlandmark.com or call reservations department at (0755) 8219 0033.

The Fraser Experience Now in Shekou
Conveniently located in Shekou, there are various restaurants, Bars, international schools, and supermarkets within walking distance | Spacious apartments ranging from 60sqm - 340sqm with apartment features and facilities | 24 hours reception and security with daily housekeeping service | The only 'LEED NC SILVER' certificate winner in China issued by U.S green building council | Flexible leasing terms from daily to long term. Tel: (0755) 2688 3333; address: No.8 Nanhai Road, Shekou, Shenzhen; Email: Sales.shenzhenshekou@fraserhospitality.com; Website: www.fraserhospitality.com

A Swinging Retreat at the Hilton Sanya
Enjoy luxury accommodation of contemporary southern Chinese style, golf at a prestigious club and indulge in pure pampering at The Spa Retreat plus a world of gastronomic delights at the new Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, on the magnificent Yalong Bay. At an attractive package rate of RMB 2998 nett, you'll receive two nights' stay (single/double) in a Bay Room Scenic View plus daily breakfast for two persons plus two Yalong Bay Golf Club green fee coupons or two sessions of aromatherapy at The Spa Retreat or one of each. For reservations Worldwide call 800 820 0600 (toll-free in China) or the resort at 0898 8858 8888 or visit us online at www.sanya.hilton.com www.hiltonsanya.cn

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Executive Package
Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center offers great value of only RMB 1988.00 per night for Executive Room + Airport Transfer, This special rate includes: 1 night stay in the Executive Room | Complimentary stay for your traveling companion sharing same room | Free 1 way airport transfer, arrival or departure, to confirm upon booking with flight details | Free 1 daily buffet breakfast at Executive Lounge or Seasons Cafe | Free pressing of one suit on arrival | Late check out until 4:00pm | Welcome fresh fruits & flowers upon arrival | Free local telephone calls & local faxes | Free Broadband Internet Access | Free use of Executive Lounge meeting room for 2 hours | Happy cocktail hours from 5pm-7pm with varieties of canapes, cakes & drinks | Free use of both Pulse Health Club gymnasium and the roof top swimming pool overlooking the city. Valid until 31st August 2006. Above rates are subject to 15% surcharge and availability. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522 / 5533; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.

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Travel Information

3-day Trip in Southern Hunan Province
Lying north of Guangdong Province, Chenzhou is a famous city of its history and culture. The Fei Tian Shan scenic spot here is a fairyland that is acclaimed by the geographer Xu Xiake in Ming Dynasty. Here, you will also visit "The First Dam in Asia"--Dongjiang Dam--where you can tour around the Dongjiang Lake, which is renowned as the "Tongting Lake in South Hunan". Moreover, you will have an experience of the life in South Hunan Province. 658rmb per person. Guangzhou Sintu Travel Agency, TEL (8620) 8319 6881



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Dining Out

Children's Day Dinner Buffet
Promotion Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm, June 1. On Children's Day, Cafe Pavilion of the Pavilion Hotel prepares dinner buffet for children. There is "American Burger", "Hot Dog", "Fried Chicken". One child is free while enjoy dinner buffet with the parents. Adult: RMB168/person; Child(under 1.2m): RMB108/person. All prices are in RMB and subject to 15% service charge. Venue: Cafe Pavilion, 1/F, Main Tower. For Reservation: (0755) 8207 8888 8210. Tel: (0755) 8207 8888 ext 8210; Fax: (0755) 8207 5555.

Guangzhou

Happy Hour Night
Italian antipasto and aperitivos are served at discount prices. May 15, OGGI Trattoria, Pizeria TEL (8620) 8751 5882

Mammamia Italian Restaurant
Pamper yourself with elegant fine dining. Discount prices for selected delicacies. May 18, for details call (8620) 8701 3423

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

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

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

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Health & Fitness

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

Relocations

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

Property/Real Estate

Looking for A Roomate
At the top floor of the 13-storey building near Tianhe Park, the room is full of lights and fresh air in the day time. I'm looking for a roomate to share this 2-bedroom apartment with me together. New furnished, it's convenient and comfortable for living. Hope you are tidy and have good manners, no smoking is the better. 500rmb per month, If you want to have a look of this apartment, pls contact with me after May 7. TEL (8620) 8775 7757, Email: mc118@163.com

3-bedroom Apartment in Futian District of Shenzhen for Rent Out
This 3-bedroom apartment occupies whole 104 square meters is comfortable for a family or several friends. Fully Furnished, water, gas, ADSL and CATV are available. The traffic surrounding is very convenient, more than ten bus lines are passing by. 2500rmb per month, rent as least for one year. Pls call Miss Huang first to have a look of this apartment, TEL (86755) 2126 5169

Jobs

Seeking Group Accountant for International Accounting Firm
LehmanBrown International Accountants is rapidly expanding and seeking to recruit dynamic individuals for the following positions: Group Accountant, minimum 3 years accounting experience, must have accountant experience in large to medium size company, and can use accounting system and business processer, foreigner wanted. US GAAP Manager, min 5yrs experience including audit with Big 4 or sizable CPA firm, strong understanding of Local and US GAAP and financial policies and maintenance of accounting books and financial statements in both US GAAP and Local GAAP, annual statutory audits, experience in conducting SOX 404 project; Please e-mail your resume with a cover letter outlining which position you are interested in to: shenzhencareer@lehmanbrown.com

Services

Let Canton Car Service Help You Efficiently Undertake Your Business
Canton Car Service provides professional English speaking drivers (or drivers with English speaking guides) that are careful, courteous and highly trained that will chauffeur you to your destination quickly, safely and stress-free! We service Guangdong, the most dynamic business region in the world today. The Pearl River Delta and it's major cities Guangzhou, Dongguan and Shenzhen is the largest manufacturing region in China. To get around a car service is essential.www.cantoncarservice.com

Avana Spa, Where Nature and Nurture Translate into Pleasure
Avana is for the mind, Avana is for the body, Avana is for your senses. Come to Avana Spa, and experience tropical ambience, traditional and ancient Southeast asian holistic treatment and techniques. In Avana,the treatments are a combination of natural plants and herbs, aromatherapy, ambient music and pristine, lush surrounding. For relaxation or detoxification, come to Avana Spa. Located at the GF, Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou, Nanshan District, Shenzhen. For reservations and more information, call (86755) 2681 9040.

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

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).

Take Care of the New Mom and Baby
Guangzhou Baoer Homemaking Service is a professional service company to take care of new mom and baby, which registered to be approved by commercial department. We have special health guide to nurse will-be mom, new mom and baby, we also can offer service for brain development of babies. "Credit, Comity, Professional, Love" are our spirit, we are aiming at offering best service to satisfy all of our customers. We have a 200-square-meter training room for our nurses, to keep our team being bridle-wise. Pls contact Ms. Wu to order our service, TEL (8621) 8227 0107

Car Rental Service in Shenzhen
Shenzhen ShenKong Shun'an Car Rental Co., Ltd is one of the earliest car rental businesses in Shenzhen. Persisting with the tenet "Credit first, safety first and service first", the company engages in car rental services for self-driving, government use, commercial use, conference reception and company commuting for units or individuals such as local citizens, enterprises and institutions, foreign enterprises, schools and markets, etc. If you need to hire a car, pls dial our service hotline: (86755) 8283 6613 / 8283 6729

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Guangzhou
Kate Oven's Solo Art Show
As part of the Sino-Australia cultural exchange, this exhibition showcases gorgeous artwork by
Australian artist Kate Oven, who represents the powerful spiritual energy of Australia's outback withmulti-media.
Through May 28. Pen Pal Art Gallery TEL (8620) 8735 1163

Contemporary Ceramics
An art show about delicate ceramic.
Through May 28. Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8735 1468

Surrealism Masterpieces by Josep Puigmarti
Through May 30, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8735 1468

The 10th China Bakery Exhibition Interbake China 2006
May 12-14, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8327 6369

Ceramics China 2006
May 16-19, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8327 6369

The 20th International Ceramics Industry Exhibition
May 16-19, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8327 6369

The 3rd China Guangzhou Fair for Meat Industry
May 18-20, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3886 4712/3881 5574

The 5th China Guangzhou Fair For Dairy Industry
May 18-20, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3886 4712/3881 5574

The World of Etruscans
Until May 21, Guangzhou Museum of Art, Luhu Rd.

Shenzhen
China Intl' Cultural Industrial Fair 2006
May 18-21, Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, Fu Hua San Lu, Futian District. TEL (86755) 3333 1166

Nightlife

ShenzhenParty.com Socialize: Nightlife, Restaurants, Housing, Jobs, Community.
From networking to DJ events find out where the Shenzhen community hangs out or find your next apartment or job. visit ShenzhenParty.com or email xianzai@shenzhenparty.com for more info.

Shenzhen

3D Bar (Beer Bar)
Multibeer place, featuring over 50 foreign beers. Block B, Bar Street, Citic Plaza, 1093 Shennan Central Road. TEL (86755) 2598 6011

The Terrace
Live band every night, 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105

Soho Night Club
Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar). TEL (86755) 2669 0148, 2669 2148

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

Weekly Calendar

Monday, May 15, 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
Happy Hour Night
Italian antipasto and aperitivos are served at discount prices.
OGGI Trattoria, Pizeria TEL (8620) 8751 5882

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, May 16, 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, May 17, 2006
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Shenzhen
Yoga Classes
9-10am, please call Amy Bai on 138 02295479 for