The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• China stands firm on yuan ahead of Snow visit
• China proposes joint oil exploration in Spratlys
• Olympics Preparations Progress Smoothly
• Typhoon kills at least 36 in Guangdong
• China holds to a strong line over its weak currency
• Chinese firms abroad spreading their wings
• Chinese Government Donates Typewriters to Zambia

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Purchase and fly a roundtrip to the U.S. on United between September 15 and December 15, 2003, and you will receive 5,000 Mileage Plus bonus miles that also count toward elite status. You may earn this reward three times before December 15. That’s 15,000 miles in addition to the usual flight miles! To take part in this special 5,000 miles promotion, you must complete a one time registration. Please visit www.united.com/pacificpromo for registration and promotion details. Terms and conditions apply.

Effective as of 15 September, 5 flights weekly Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. Turkish Airlines is actually operating 3 flights weekly, Beijing-Instanbul, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (23:50-04:30* ); Instanbul-Beijing, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday ( 22:15-12:15* ); Shanghai-Instanbul, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday ( 20:30-04:50* ); Instanbul-Shanghai, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday ( 22:15-15:25*).
* Overnight flights in both directions.
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Swingaround Island Getaway Sprees from Philippine Airlines
Our Swingaround Tour Packages offer unforgettable holiday sprees in some of the most exciting island destinations in the Philippines. Roundtrip packages from Shanghai include two or three nights in hotel, starting from: RMB 1,930 Manila; RMB 3,108 Cebu; RMB 3,236 Boracay
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Opening Specials at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Starting from 18 September, stay with us and enjoy our opening specials from CNY588++. 478 well-appointed guest rooms feature luxurious furnishing and amenities of international standards. The largest pillar-free hotel ballroom with natural light in town, plus 9 multifunction rooms can accommodate from 10 to 1300 guests in a variety of room configurations. Please click here for details. For reservations, please call our toll free number in China 800 830 2628 or dial 86-10-84992288 or e-mail to rsvn.cppvbj@ichotelsgroup.com

A premier five-star hotel, The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen is an oasis of gracious hospitality, providing a soothing haven to business and leisure travellers. Elegant European ambience, exquisite Chinese and Western cuisine make The Landmark Hotel as Shenzhen's preferred 5-star hotel. Superior room RMB656 net including 1 buffet breakfast and 1 section of massage. Located strategically in the heart of Luohu's business and shopping district along Nanhu Road. Call now for Reservation at (86 755) 8219 0033 or visit our website: www.szlandmark.com

Autumn Rate is Available now at Jianguo Hotel Beijing
Staying in the Jianguo Hotel Beijing, where is located in the heart of Central Business District in Beijing.
Special Autumn Rate USD115 per night for superior room, inclusive of buffet breakfast at the coffee shop. This promotional rate is subject to 15% service charge and for single occupancy.
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Enjoy warm and harmony in Tianlun Dynasty
Located in Beijing's business hub of Wangfujing Avenue, Tianlun Dynasty hotel is a five-star joint-venture hotel with the largest lobby in the Asia-Pacific area. 30 minutes by car from Beijing International Airport and walk distance to famous sightseeing sports.Hotel owns 408 distinguished guestrooms with free access of Broad band service. A various of restaurants providing delicious oriental and western cuisines. Please call 010-65138888 ext.8190 / 8191 or E-mail to tianlun@tianlunhotel.com or visit http://www.tianlunhotel.com

Capital Hotel (Beijing) Golden Autumn Special
Sept.1 to Nov.15,2003
Pay only 50% of our minimum rack rate (USD180+) and enjoy full Capital Club privileges: American buffet breakfast; separate check-in and check-out; welcome drinks and fruits; single or double occupancy; unlimited coffee and tea in the Capital Club Lounge throughout the day; daily high tea/ cocktails (5:00pm - 7:30pm), daily pressing for one suit or dress and late check-out till 6:00pm (subject to room availability).
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Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang
Finally you can stay in comfort, luxury and style at the first true International Hotel in Shijiazhuang with the opening of the Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang. Only 10 mins from the Railway Station and centrally located opposite the Hebei Cultural Museum and close to restaurants, offices and shops, this is now the best place to stay In Shijiazhuang. Special Great Rates and Best Breaks are available, with the best breakfast in town!
Call now for reservations Toll Free in China 800 830 2628 or call us 86-311-667 8888 or book on our website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hd/sjwch

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Shenzhen
Sunhope Health Club
Newly opened. Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District. Tel:(755) 26938198

Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons every Monday and WEdnesday
Fee of RMB 250 (members) and RMB 400 (non-members) for eight classes. Venue at the Luhu Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at 020 8350 7777 ext 389.

Total Fitness Promotion
By Total Fitness, located at 8/F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. Tel:(20) 8372 9977

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Shenzhen
New expat in Shenzhen?
Join the International Women's Club (SWIC) if you are looking to make new friends and people who knows Shekou and Shenzhen very well. Contact Ms. Aishah Mattman at (755) 26867997 for details.

Guangzhou
Modern Dance Classes
Please contact Ms Huang at (20) 8704 9512, 8704 7009, at Tip-top Modern Arts Studio, 13 Shui Yin Heng Lu, Sha He Ding.

Shenzhen
The 5th China Intl. Photo Electronics Exhibition, Sep 6-9
China High Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Futian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 83536033,83536331 for details.

Guangzhou
Life and Conception: Exhibition of Jin Daiqiang's Design and Art, until Sep 21
Tue-Sun 9am-5pm, RMB 15, located at 38 Yan Yu Lu, Ersha Island, tel. (20) 8735 1468, 8735 1336

Assorted Dim Sum
Enjoy a wide variety of dim sum freshly cooked from the kitchen. Authentic dim sum items feature savory mouthfuls of shrimps dumplings, roasted pork buns, steamed spare ribs and etc. Price range is from RMB9 to RMB25. Creative new items are presented on weekly basis. Mix conversation with fine tea.
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Shenzhen
Blue Italian Seafood and Grill
Great Italian Food! Great service! Great ambience! This is the place to go for very special evenings, or when you just feel like having a very good dinner. Located at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 9026 Shennan Rd., Overseas Chinese Town (OCT), Shenzhen. Tel: (755)26939022

Garden Grill (Brazillian Barbecue)
All you can eat barbecue! Salad bar and buffet available daily. Located at Taizi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 2667 6608

Guangzhou
The Peninsula
Good selection of cuisine, from Thai to Russian. Located at 3-5F Sports Stadium, 28 Dotong Rd., Ersha Island. Tel:(20) 87353283

The Wall Coffee and Tea
Old England ambience and cuisine. Located at No 2-3 24 Huale Rd., tel:(20) 83828103

Lan Kwai Fong
Thai cuisine. Located at 5 Shamian St. south, tel:(20) 8121 6523

Huizhou
Raphael's Restaurant
Mediterranean cuisine. Located at the Holiday Inn Daya Bay, No.1 Anhui Blv., Daya Bay, Huizhou 516084, Tel:(752) 5551188

Sunrise Cafe, Aotou
More than a coffee shop. Located 4 Ligang Group Jin Dang Rd., Daya Bay. For details, call Andrew at 131 26367370.

Tree Ring
Western food. Ligang Group Jin Dang Rd. Daya Bay. Call: 13825409724

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Shenzhen
Wine and Cigar Bar
2F Panglin Hotel, 2002 Jiabin Rd., Luohu District, Shenzhen. Tel:(755) 25185888 (ext. 3201)

Trip Pub and Cafe
Located at 1055B Yufeng Bldg., Level A, Shangbunan Rd., Shenzhen. Tel:(755)83658351

Goodfellas
Expat hangout. Rm. 101, Longtao Center, Taizi Rd., Shekou. Tel:(755) 83776698

Guangzhou
Bar City
5 different theme bars in one location. Located at the Garden HOtel, 368 Huanshi Rd., east, tel:(20) 8333 8989

Olympic Bar
Open from 7:30 pm till 6:00 am. Located at 15 Hengfu Rd., tel:(20) 8349 0185

Blue Note Bar
LIve Jazz every night. 165 Tao Jin Lu (across 7-11), tel: (20) 8359 3384

Huizhou
Circle Bar
Located at the Holiday Inn Daya Bay, No.1 Anhui Blv., Daya Bay, Huizhou 516084, Tel:(752) 5551188

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2003China (Shenzhen) Intl. Golf Expo, Sep 13-15
China High Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Futian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (20)36580543, 36580828

2003 Shenzhen Intl. Jewelry Fair, Sep 13-17
China High Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Futian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (755)82473622,82473626 for details.

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