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 Dining Out |
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Shenzhen
The Terrace
Bar and Restaurant, outdoor seating available, live music,
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
Guangzhou
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 |
 Hotel Deals |
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 Grand
Mercure Baolong Shanghai Summer Promotion Package
Grand Mercure Baolong Shanghai located in this colourful
metropolis, the hotel artfully blends contemporary and
local design, with 374 well appointed rooms and offers
genuine 5 star rated standards comfort and services.
From now to August 31 2009, summer promotion package
is only from RMB500 per room per night (subject to a
15% service charge) and you can enjoy much complimentary
benefits during the trip. For reservations, please dial
(8621) 3505 9666 ext. 5059.
 GMB
Triple B Package
Superior - RMB888+15% per room per night, inclusive
of 1 daily breakfast; Deluxe - RMB988+15% per room per
night, inclusive of 1 daily breakfast; Executive Club
- RMB1188+15% pe room per night, with Full Club benefits;
2nd person breakfast supplement will be additional of
RMB100 for all the above rooms category. Validity -
with immediate to August 31, 2009. Contact Line: (8610)
8587 6888 - 5888.
 Hotel
Kunlun July Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Summer Room rate promotion.
A great price gets you a room with complimentary broadband
internet, fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room:
RMB 980 net inclusive of breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room:
RMB 1180 net inclusive of breakfast; Executive Deluxe
Room: RMB1380 inclusive of Summit Club Executive breakfast.
Reservations are required in advance, subject to availability.
For further information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's
Reservations Department at: Tel: (8610) 6590 3388 ext.
5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Business
Value Rate at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Weekday: Superior Room - RMB1, 470.00 per room per night
| Deluxe Room - RMB1, 570.00 per room per night | Executive
Room - RMB1, 780.00 per room per night. Weekend: Superior
Room - RMB1, 320.00 per room per night | Deluxe Room
- RMB1, 420.00 per room per night | Executive Room -
RMB1, 630.00 per room per night. Include: Free Airport
butler service, one way pick-up for one night stay and
round trip for two nights stay | One complementary buffet
breakfast | Free Internet access | Free access to both
health club outlets and indoor swimming pool | Rate
subject to 15% surcharge. Valid date from May to end
of August, 2009. The terms and conditions are subject
to availability and confirmation by the Kempinski Hotel
Beijing Lufthansa Center. We look forward to welcoming
you to stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center!
For reservations: Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com;
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.
 The
Family Getaway at Kempinski Sanya From RMB1480 / room
/ night
June 30, 2009. Spend quality time with your kids at
the tropical paradise resort of Kempinski Sanya, the
only resort in sanya, with it's own private beach. This
great value package is specially tailor-made for families
and kids with a promise of endless Fun & Games.
Please click
here for more details. Conditions apply: *Valid
from July 01, 2009 to Oct 31, 2009 excluding the National
Day period from Sep 30 to Oct 08 2009 | *Valid for minimum
2 nights stay in Deluxe Ocean View and above room categories
| *Subject to availability | *Can not be used in conjunction
with any other promotions. For more information please
visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
or call us on (86898) 3889 8888.
 Super
Value Meeting Package--Meeting Package at only RMB488+
per person
Until 30 September 2009, meeting groups between 15 to
30 people taking on this package will be accorded up
to three complimentary Superior Rooms for use on the
same night. Package includes rental of function space;
bottled water and a sumptuous buffet lunch at Coffee
Garden. Enquiry Hotline: (8610) 6561 8833-6633; E-mail:
annie.an@shangri-la.com
 Recharging
is Invited - Spa Package with Free Mandara Spa Treatment
for Two
Nurture yourself with a 2-night stay at Sheraton Sanya
Resort. Daily breakfasts energize you and 90-minute
free Mandara Spa treatment for two invigorates you.
Dinner at Lotus Cafe or Spice Garden for a relaxing
end to a very good day. Take advantage of a late checkout
to linger and make the most of your holiday. Because
you don't just stay here. You belong. For more details,
please click
here. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya
or call (86898) 8855 8855 for more information.
 Take a Piece of Heaven Home
Celebrate the heavenly bed's 10th anniversary at The
Westin Beijing Financial Street. Stay or accumulate
10 room nights and receive a complimentary heavenly
bed, from rmb 1800 per night exclusively on our 'Take
a Piece of Heaven Home' offer only. Buy a heavenly bed
and receive 10 complimentary room night vouchers. This
exclusive offer is valid until 31 December 2009 subject
to 15% service charge. Terms and conditions apply. To
make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email
reservation.beijing@westin.com
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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!
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 Travel Information |
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First to Get Our Low Fare Tickets, China to Europe only
CNY3,400
SAS flies daily from Beijing to Scandinavia. Now you
can enjoy our summer special starting from CNY3,400.
Same fare fly from 34 domestic cities in China to Scandinavia.
For more information, check out on www.flysas.cn
or call SAS offices Beijing: (8610) 8527 6100, Shanghai:
(8621) 5228 5001 or click
here. * Exclude tax and surcharges.
Lotus
Tourist Area
The AAAA grade Lotus Tourist Area is located at the
side of Shiziyang, Pearl River Estuary, Panyu. Apart
from the fascinating natural scenery, historic sites
can also be found in the tourist area. The Lotus Tower
which was built in Ming Dynasty, and the Ancient Lianhua
City built in Qing Dynasty are among the most famous
ones. In summer, you can enjoy the water park inside
the tourist area with the blooming lotus. Ticket: RMB30.
Opening hours: 9am-5:30pm. Address: Shilou, Panyu District,
Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8486 1599
Long
Yuan
Long Yuan, which means dragon park in Chinese, is China's
one of the few tourist attractions themed Chinese dragon
culture in the country. Longyuan is located at 433 Longyuan
Road, Longgang District, 28 kilometers away from downtown
Shenzhen. Covering an area of 340,000 square meters,
there are about 38,000 dragon sculptures in various
shapes scattered everywhere in the park. Call (86755)
2883 6980 for more information.
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 Relocations |
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Guangzhou
Jie'an House Moving Company Limited
Through ten years' development, Jie'an now has 100 staff
with more than 20 vehicles, offering relocation service
to individuals, companies and factories in Guangdong province
and the Pearl River Delta. Only a phone call to us, you
can move around at ease with high efficiency. Office address:
C1002 Jiang Jing Hao Ting, 65 Erheng Road, Yuancun, Tianhe
District. TEL (8620) 8564 6673
Shenzhen Wanshishun Relocation
Service
Founded in 1994, Wanshishun is a professional in individual
house moving, company and factory relocation, and crane
hoisting. Our well trained staffs are skillful at moving
your articles around and placing them in the right position
you want to exempt you from the tiredness and trouble
during moving. Office address: 26A Jihao Building, Luohu
District, Shenzhen. TEL (86) 1353 8244 500
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Property/Real Estate |
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Single
Apartment For Rent
Apartment 10th floor, 40 square meters, one living room,
one bed room in Tianyizhuang, Pearl River New City, Tianhe
District, Guangzhou. Kindergartens and schools nearby, with
hospitals and banks around. About 30 bus lines can reach
the apartment. Well furnished with fine furniture and home
appliances. Rental: RMB1800 per month. Contact: (86) 1372
5359 657 Mr. Chen.
Apartment
In Futian District For Rent
Located in Pengsheng Nianhua Community aside the famous
food street, the apartment is fully furnished with furniture
and electrical appliances. The apartment has one bedroom,
one living room and one bathroom. The Wal-Mart, Carrefour
and bus stops are not far from the apartment, making it
a convenient place for living and working. Rent: RMB 2200
per month. Address: Crossing of Sungang Road and Bagua Road,
Futian District, Shenzhen TEL (86) 1352 8837 381 |
 Services |
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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
Sunrise
Translation Company Limited
Sunrise Translation is a professional translation service
provider in Guangzhou offering translation and interpretation
services to individuals and companies. We boast a team
of elites with years of experience in various fields to
ensure the quality and perfect translation service for
customers. We will sincerely offer high-quality translation
service with reasonable price, high confidentiality, efficiency
and convenience. Address: Room 2705, Guangdong Foreign
Economic & Trade Building, No. 351 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou.
TEL (8620) 3880 0343
Guangdong
Zhiming Law Firm
Guangdong Zhiming Law Firm is a professional and efficient
Chinese-licensed partnership law office, held by a group
of learned, professional full time lawyers. To ensure
excellent and professional services, we have divided several
departments on international trade, civil law, criminal
law, administrative law, real estate law, corporation
law, banking and securities, intellectual property rights
and investment law. Address: F/17 West Block, Xincheng
Building, NO. 1027, Shennan Road, Shenzhen. TEL (86755)
2594 5818 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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Guangzhou
The 11th China (Guangzhou) China International Building
Decoration Fair
July 8-11. China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
China (Guangzhou) International Floor
Covering Fair 2009
July 8-11. China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
China
(Guangzhou) International Exhibition for Sanitary Ware
and Building Ceramics 2009
July 8-11. China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
TEL (8620) 8913 1228
Guangzhou
Imported Auto Expo
July 9-12. Poly World Trade Center TEL (8620) 8904 7012
New
Visual Angle-The Fourth Quest Water Color Art Exhibition
July 2-September 15. Ucity Art Museum of Guangzhou Academy
of Fine Arts TEL (8620) 3936 2149
Public
History Channel-Contemporary History Exhibition
July 4-September 5. Fei Gallery TEL (8620) 3768 8781
The
King's Forest-Orange Gallery Version Of The New Landscape
Oil Painting And Engraving Exhibition
July 1-22. Orange Gallery TEL (8620) 8704 8002
Huang
Shuwen Poems & Paintings About Xiqiao Mountain
June 26-July 26. Guangdong Qiaoshan Shuyuan
Feed
Me-Exhibition Of Mini Kinpo's Illustration & Jewelry
Design
June 15-July 15. Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275
We
Have The Top Sight - Landscape Painting Group Exhibition
Of Three Southern Famous Oil Painters
June 14-July 12. Yihaitang Art Museum TEL (86520) 6262
5153
Xuan
Xinmin Oil Painting Exhibition
June 6-July 20. Golden Gallery TEL (8620) 8349 1609
Sightings:
Searching For The Truth-2009 Guangzhou Photo Biennial
May 18-July 19. Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8735
1468
Shenzhen
The 9th China (Shenzhen) International Brand Clothing
& Accessories Fair
July 9-11. Shenzhen Convention Center TEL (86755) 9600
0555
2009 Shenzhen
International Maternity & Clothing Expo
July 9-11. Shenzhen Convention Center TEL (86755) 9600
0555
2009 Shenzhen
International Trade Fair For Apparel Fabrics and Accessories
July 9-11. Shenzhen Convention Center TEL (86755) 9600
0555
Art Exhibition:
Portrait Of The Youth
June 20-August 23. J&Z Gallery TEL (8620) 8610 2503
Image Dialectic:
The Art of Shu Qun
June 20-August 20. OCT-Contemporary Art Terminal TEL
(86755) 2691 5100
Art&Me2009
Italy to China Contemporary Art Tour
June 12-July 19. The OCT Art & Design Gallery
The Fifth
Dimension: An Exhibition Of Fiber And Space
June 13-July 15. He Xiangning Art Museum TEL (86755)
2660 4540
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Monday, July 6, 2009
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Oil Painting Exhibition: The Morning Sun
Fine Art Center of Yang Zhiguang TEL (8620) 3480 0876
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
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Happy Hour @ The Terrace
Happy Hour all day on Carlsberg draft. Buy 2 Carlsberg
for the Price of 1 every Tuesday. Starting 11:30am till
midnight. The
Terrace TEL (86755) 2682 9105
Oil Painting
Exhibition: The Morning Sun
Fine Art Center of Yang Zhiguang TEL (8620) 3480 0876
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
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Students Night
Every Wednesday night, come to U Bar to enjoy Students
Night. All night buy 1 get 1 free. U Bar TEL (86755)
2219 4730
Oil Painting
Exhibition: The Morning Sun
Fine Art Center of Yang Zhiguang TEL (8620) 3480 0876
Thursday, July 9, 2009
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Scotland on Strings-Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra Concert
Ticket: RMB100-380. 8pm. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755)
8284 1888
Hip Hop &
RnB Night
Every Thursday night, The Cellar invites you to dance
with DJ-Samir, official Pro-DJ of Pioneer, and HipHop
Championship
Dance Group All Steps. The Cellar TEL (86755) 8380 9990
Oil Painting
Exhibition: The Morning Sun
Fine Art Center of Yang Zhiguang TEL (8620) 3480 0876
Friday, July 10, 2009
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Eternal Melody-Wang Dali Piano Recital
Ticket: RMB20-60. Chamber Hall of Xinghai Concert Hall
TEL (8620) 8735 3869
Children's
Drama: Chibi Maruko Chan
Ticket: RMB100-480. Shenzhen Children's Palace Theater
TEL (86755) 8351 3099
Oil Painting
Exhibition: The Morning Sun
Fine Art Center of Yang Zhiguang TEL (8620) 3480 0876
Saturday, July 11, 2009
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2009 Leo Ku "Eye Fever" Concert
Ticket: RMB180-680. Guangzhou Gymnasium TEL (8620) 8776
8099
Children's
Drama: Chibi Maruko Chan
Ticket: RMB100-480. Shenzhen Children's Palace Theater
TEL (86755) 8351 3099
Color of
Earth-Brandenburg Symphony Orchestra Jacaranda Ensemble
Concert
Ticket: RMB100-380. 8pm. Shenzhen Concert Hall TEL (86755)
8284 1888
Sunday, July 12, 2009
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Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra Season Finale Gala-Mahler
Series Symphonic Concert VII
Ticket: RMB80-230. Symphonic Hall of Xinghai Concert
Hall TEL (8620) 8735 3869
Concert By
Jacaranda Ensemble
Ticket: RMB80-380. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall Guangzhou
TEL (8620) 8355 2430
Children's
Drama: Chibi Maruko Chan
Ticket: RMB100-480. Shenzhen Children's Palace Theater
TEL (86755) 8351 3099
Concert By
Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra
Ticket: RMB20-80. Shenzhen Poly Theater TEL (86755)
8637 1698
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 Community Announcements |
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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/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
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Shenzhen
Wanted: Hug Volunteers
Shekou Women's Intl Club is in great need of volunteers
who can cuddle, show love and care for the children
of the orphanage that they have been supporting
for years. Orphanage visit is scheduled every Tue
and Wed afternoons and Friday mornings. For donation
and other inquries, please contact Ms. Judene Irvine
at sjirvine10@shekou.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. |
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