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We just finished celebrating holidays in December and
now there are more reasons to celebrate. We are preparing
our annual Happy Holidays Newsletter to let you know of
all the fun things to do in Shanghai during the Lunar
New Year, Spring Festival, and Valentine's Day Holidays.
Learn about great holiday dining deals, family excursion
specials, and more! To subscribe to this special email
newsletter, please visit http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/
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Travel Information |
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 Cebu
Shangri-la Swingaround package returns!
Shangri-la's Mactan Island Resort, Philippines'
largest and the most exclusive deluxe resort, gives
its guest the ultimate tropical paradise vacation experince.
This idyllic resort with its beautiful private beach
offers an exciting range of recreation activities and
superb cuisine. Book youself to the super value package
tours to Cebu through Philippine Airlines. Prices start
at CNY3300. For details visit www.philippineairlines.com,
or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279 8765 FAX
(021)6279 8762.
Cheap
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 Will Not Be Undersold!
We offer the lowest-priced tickets on Air China, and
on most other carriers. Located a block from New York's
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tickets to anywhere in the world. Call Catherine in
the US at 1-212-268-5028, or US toll-free at 1-866-886-6868.
Or Email: happynytravel@yahoo.com
Visit
Qiandao Lake During Spring Festival
Need a family gathering during Spring Festival,
but also want to go somewhere for a trip during this
7-day holiday? Qiandao Lake in Hangzhou could be your
best choice to ring in the year of the rooster! Famous
for its pure water, and our fish is very delicious.
Get on board a small boat and tour around the lake.
More info, pls dial our free hotline: 800 8571 988
Wuyi
Mountain
1250rmb for a 3-day trip to Wuyi mountain
area in Southeast China. Fee includes roundtrip tickets
(Xiamen Airlines), entrance fee, and hotel. Make a special
schedule for your Spring Festival. Departure: Feb. 9
and 12. More info, pls dial our free hotline: 800 820
6666.
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Hotel Deals |
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 Great
Rates. Great Rewards. Great Reasons to Stay At
Hilton
Rates from as low as USD 60. Complimentary
breakfast. Late check-out until 4 pm. And free
dinner for the kids! Our Great Asia Deals gives
you a host of reasons to book your room today
at 5 locations all over China from 01 December
2004 to 28 February 2005. There's never been a
better time to stay at Hilton. Hilton Beijing
from USD 109, Hilton Chongqing from USD 60, Hilton
Nanjing from RMB 530, Hilton Shanghai from USD
129, Hilton Shenzhen from RMB 688. Book now. Visit
www.hilton.com/AsiaDeals
or call toll-free and request Plan Code AJ. PR
China - 800 820 0600 Hong Kong - 800 96 8391.
 Romancing
Your Ladylove
Impress your ladylove by spending the
evening with her in the all exclusive. Presidential
Suite plus all the pampering you can think of
for RMB88,888 + 15% service charge - ONE night
only for ONE romantic couple on Valentine's Day,
February 14 2005. For more information, call Hotel
now at (8621) 6256 8888.
 Come
home to Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya
The best sea view riding into the ocean,
the green steps riding to the sun, Exclusive surrounding
for banquet and meeting. The best professional
and friendly service. Spring Festival Room Rate
from RMB1,438.00 up (8th February,05 and 15th
February,05), RMB3,788.00 up (9th February to
14th February,05). Above room rate are inclusive
of 15% service charge, but subject to rmb11 /pax
/night/Rm Government Tax / Minimum stay 4 nights.
China Toll-Free Reservation No.:800 830 6368 Reservation
Tel: 0898-8856 5666 - 7103. Reservation Fax: 0898-8856
6165 / 8856 6030 E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com.
Global website: www.ichotelsgroup.com
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Health & Fitness |
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Sure you're covered!
GlobalHealth.cn - the easiest way to
Get the Best Health Insurance for Foreigners in
China. Comprehensive health insurance plans for
Individuals, Families and special rates for Corporate
Groups. Call for more info at 021- 2890-3303 or
Check rates now at http://www.globalhealth.cn
 DDS
Dental Care
DDS Dental Care is a leading dental
service provider to the expatriate community in
Shanghai. Our international teams are drawn from
overseas and trained in Canada, USA, UK and Japan.
We offer the highest quality dental treatments
at affordable prices in friendly manner. Pudong
Clinic: B1 POS Plaza Bldg, 1600 Century Ave. Tel:
021-68760409/68760435. Puxi Branch: 2F/1 Tao Jiang
Rd. Tel: 021-64660928. Hongqiao Branch: Suite
2/85 JinHui Rd. Tel: 021-64067387. Emergency Hotline:
13162001688. www.ddsdentalcare.com
Winter
Special Plastic Surgery Package at Major Young
Winter is the best season for plastic
surgery, Major Young has prepared special packages
for it. Choose any package you will get a free
facial care treatment, and 90% off for some items.
For details, pls dial hotline: (8621) 6229 0000
Will's
Gym
Lose that winter fat with us! Courses
include aerobics, Latin dance, yoga, karate and
boxing for different people. Because of the top-grade
equipments and senior professional trainers, we
have become the hot body-building centre in Hongqiao
Area in two months after our grand opening. Now
there is a special for a annual membership, only
1900rmb. More info, pls dial: (8621) 5208 0199
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Relocations |
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Shanghai
Gong Xin Zhong Nan Certified Public Accountants
A member firm of Morison Internaitonal, we have
professional CPAs with a lot of experience, and can help
you with all the finance and account business. TEL: (8621)
6378 5751, Email: sgxzncpa@uninet.com.cn
Kaida
Auto Relocation
With ISO comfirmation, you can trust for our
high quality services. The services include not only moving,
but also includes packing and cleaning, and free boxes
will be offerred. You can choose the trucks for your need.
We can help you move your vehicle too! TEL: (8621) 5638
8918
Shida
Relocation
We have a service centre in every district in
Shanghai. So wherever you are in Shanghai, just a call,
you can get the high and quick service from us. Hotline
(free): 800 220 2268
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Jobs |
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Job
Vacancies At ACE Education Management Co. Ltd.
ACE Education Management Co. Ltd., in
co-operation with the Northern Consortium UK, is
the leading provider of pre-university preparatory
programmes delivered in China for students intending
to study at undergraduate or master's level in the
UK. We are now inviting application for Academic
Year 2005/2006. Teaching vacancies including English
for Academic Purpose, Management & Research
Methods, Business, Chemistry & Biology, Math
& Physics. Other lecturing posts are also available
on Company website. Closing date: 29th April 2005.
For application form and details of how to apply,
please visit the Company's website at http://www.ace-edu.com/join.asp
English
Books Direct Sales in Beijing
Beijing based international company is
launching its direct sales of educational books
in English in Beijing. We are looking for young,
intelligent and ambitious sales people for sales
of Encyclopaedia Britannica Publications in Beijing.
*Qualifications: Male and female sales persons,
age 20 to 30; Intelligent, pleasant, outgoing, well-mannered
and presentable personality; Fluent Chinese and
good English; Good social connections; Sales and
result driven; Willingness to take risks; Self-starter
and initiatives to work by his or herself. We are
offering: In-house product specific direct sales
training beginning mid March 2005; Attractive above
industry standards compensation. Should you be interested
in the above position and fulfil all requirements,
please send your application including cover letter,
resume and references to: career@occient.com
with "EB book sales" in subject line.
Job
Vacancies At ISB
International School of Beijing has openings
for current year and 2005-2006, please visit our
website at www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html
for details.
Enter
the World of Electronic Media
A leading online publisher in China is
expanding and we have vacancies for the following
positions: 1. Media Executives: good base salary
plus commissions; 2 years sales experience (preferably
in media), Internet & Web knowledge, and Computer
skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in both
written and spoken English and Chinese. 2. Marketing
Executives: good base salary plus performance bonus.
Marketing experience (preferably in media), Internet
& Web knowledge, and Computer skills (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in both written and spoken
English and Chinese. Please forward your English
resume to chinaonlinepublishing@yahoo.com.
Note: Do NOT attach resumes--instead place them
in the body of E-mails. Attachments will not be
opened.
Sports
Teachers/Coaches Wanted
Sports teachers/coaches wanted for part-time
tuition of small classes at locations around Shanghai.
Please send details of your availability, sports
you are able to coach and experience to Mike Tsesmelis
at mike@eastmeetseast.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
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Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting:
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China
Translate Net
Perfect service mechanisms to ensure immediate
response to your demand, featuring technology translation.
Services include translation, interpret, video translation,
software, and homepage translation. Hotline (free):
800 820 8011
Shanghai
Security Service Corporation
Services include bodyguard, setting up
security systems, monitor equipment supply, and
financial escort in transportation. Email: info@security.sh,
TEL: (8621) 5306 5182
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Community Announcements |
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 YPHH
Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people
in Beijing & Shanghai. Average age is 25-45.
Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH
Happy Hours, YPHH Champagne Nights, YPHH Food &
Drink Nights, wine/beer/cocktail-tastings, weekend-outings,
day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes
to the mailing list, please log onto http://www.yphh.com
Cricket
Club
Cricket for men and women of all standards
and nationalities, inc. local Chinese - leagues,
tournaments, tours, and kids/adult coaching all
offered. See www.shanghaicricketclub.org
or contact Ed Molony play@shanghaicricketclub.org
/1390 1899 662 for info on playing or Mike Tsesmelis
info@shanghaicricketclub.org
/1362 1935 254 for coaching/general enquiries.
Active
Sports Active Social (ASAS) Presents Shanghai International
Basketball League (SIBL) coming in February. Two
Leagues, One Tournament, and One Champion. 20 teams
of local and expat players battle for number 1.
Limited spots so SIGN UP NOW! Cert. refs, gyms,
jerseys all provided and with free gifts from sponsors.
Have a team or looking for a team, email us to register
at services@asas.com.cn
or visit our website at www.asas.com.cn.
"Activate Your Life" thru ASAS.
KUNCHAN
EXPAT CLUB - Meets 2nd & 4th Tues ea.
month, 6PM at Lacardo Pizza: 195 Bailu Lu in Kunshan
City. January socials: 16th Bowling & Dinner,
29th Games Night at C31 Pub. Email for details -
jimkath@spstech.com.cn or call 57720852 or 13706260041.
Shanghai
Swings
Weekly swing dance parties and classes.
Learn American swing dance from the 1930s and 40s.
Call Jimbo TEL 13166255905
Kunshan
Expatriates Club (KEC) has a newly formed
organization in KUNSHAN for English speaking Westerners.
Our purpose is to support the English speaking community
in Kunshan w/ info and social events. Newcomers
are welcome!! Email Janie for info: nostil@att.net
Chicago
China Connection (CCC)
An informal social and business networking
group to promote Chicago-China interests. Open to
all who either live in, have some connection to,
or just have an interest in Chicago. For info contact
chinagmf@uninet.com.cn
Shanghai
Softball League
Currently it has ten teams. Plays a spring and fall
season each year, with games on each Sunday. If
you're interested in joining a team or forming your
own, contact Jim nights between 6:30 and 10pm at
6875 7766 or email him at yelsub@online.sh.cn
Australian
Graduate Alumni Club
Calling all Australian Graduates - no
discrimination whether you studied in Australia's,
South East Asia's or China's campuses. All are welcome.
Write to Sonny Khoong at dreamsun2@yahoo.com
China
Taiping Hash House Harriers
(Runs once a month outside of Shanghai)
www.taipinghash.com
Nanjing
Volleyball we are seeking players who are
interested in joining together to play on a weekly
basis. For more details, Email: annabel_TXY@hotmail.com
Shanghai Hash House Harriers, runs
every Sunday 3pm in winter, 4pm in summer. Check
the web site shanghaihhh.com for directions to next
hash.
Lifeline
Shanghai - a hotline providing free and
confidential emotional support and information for
the expatriate community. TEL (21)6279 8990.
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Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions |
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Previous
Archives
About 129 archives from the Tang, Yuan, Ming and
Qing Dynasties open to the public.
Thru February 18, Shanghai Archives TEL (8621) 6330
3881
Visual
Interaction
Works by a group of Chinese Artists, but there are
also 3 black-and-white experimental movies by German
artists Micheal Brynntrup, Russian artist Dimitry
Lurie and American artist Alber G Nigrin to be screened.
Thru February 8, The Creek Art Centre TEL (8621)
6380 4150
Shanghai
Constructions
A group exhibition of young artists from Shanghai.
January 16-February 26, Shanghai Gallery of Art
TEL (8621) 5350 0059
National
Treasure
219 national treasures feature the civilization
of Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang Dynasties.
Thru February 15, Shanghai Museum TEL (8621) 6372
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Dining Out |
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 Auspicious
Puddings for the Chinese New Year Take
a message of good luck through an age-old tradition.
Dynasty Restaurant, awarded the "2004 Best
Cantonese Restaurant" by Modern Weekly, offers
traditional Chinese New Year Puddings with several
different flavors. Presented in quality gift boxes
with the renowned Dynasty logo, they are priced
from RMB 88 to RMB 388only (no service charge.)
Enquiries (8621) 6275 0000 ext 2282. Renaissance
Yangtze Shanghai Hotel, 2099 Yan An Xi Road. Email:
renaissanceyangtze@hotmail.com
 Valentine's
Day
Enjoy a romantic Valentine's Day Buffet
at the Tatlers on 14th February. Price at RMB 488
+ 15% surcharge for two persons, includes a glass
of sparkling wine on arrival, rose and chocolate
for the Ladies. For reservation, call: (8621) 6279
1888 - 5101/5102.
 Chinese
New Year at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
Celebrate the New Year of the Rooster
with Chinese Executive Chef Law's home-made "Nian
Gao" Twin Fish Puddings (sweet and sticky rice
pudding) or Executive Pastry Chef Manfred's creative
Chocolate Twin Fishes. The traditional home-made
"Nian Gao" is available RMB118 net per
box and Chocolate Twin Fish Box is priced at RMB218
net per box. Gift vouchers and direct purchases
can be made at the Ground Floor Gift Shop Counter
between 10am-10pm from now until February 8, 2005.
In addition, we have special Chinese New Year promotions
for dining and accommodation. To place orders or
make reservations, call (8621) 5359 4969.
 February
Promotions and Specials!
Lunar New Year Rooster Feast (7 -12 February)
- RMB218 per person. Global Festive Menu featuring
over 11 countries. Come exerience the exclusive
food festival! Romancing The Steaks (13 - 14 February
) - RMB799 for 2 person. 4-Course Meals Include
2 glasses of wine and cocktails. Great Value! Visit
www.san-frans.com
and win yourself discount vouchers!
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Theater & Performances |
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Philomela
The newly created children's drama whick is adapted
from Hans Christian Anderson's fairy tale.
February 9-10, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
The Rabbit
and the Gun
Children's drama performed by the Children's Art
Theatre of the China Welfare Institute.
February 11, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
Dramatic
Marriage
Presented by the Shanghai Huju Opera House.
February 12-13, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
The Night
of Roses
Concert is performed by Du Cong, who is renowned
as "King of the Paixiao" (a traditional
Chinese wind instrument).
February 13-14, Shanghai Oriental Arts Centre TEL
(8621) 6217 3055
The Phantom
of the Opera
Thru March 12, Shanghai Great Theatre TEL (8621)
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Monday,
February 7, 2005
Mucho Loco
Margaritas 25rmb, appelizers 50% off until 10pm.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6467 6628
Ladies
Night
No cover charge for the ladies, usually packed with
a rather young crowd.
Rojam TEL (8621) 6390 7181
Tuesday,
February 8, 2005
Chinese New Years Eve
Free flow beer from 10pm - Midnight. No entrance
fee. Also there will be a live Latin music performance
by band "Latin Carauan".
10pm to late, Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Tiki
Room's New Year Celebration
DJs include Kristian Hernandez who is twice winner
of Australian DMC Championships, and very own Tiki
DJ Matt Kitshon. 50rmb entry includes one standard
drink.
Tiki Room TEL (8621) 6289 3602
Lunar
88,888 Fire Cracker Party
There will be 88,888 fire crackers to be fired at
0am. 60rmb for party, get your good luck for the
coming year.
Guandii TEL (8621) 3308 0726
Wednesday,
February 9, 2005
Vodka Night
10rmb for any vadka based cocktail.
Lanteen TEL (8621) 5383 5077
Superfly
DJ Tate Strauss (Australia) 70's ghetto pimp tunes
and disco Classics, Martini's 2 for 1 all night.
Mint TEL (8621) 6247 9666
Noche
de Mujeres
Pure 80's music played by DJ Joy. Free flow Margaritas
for all the ladies until midnight plus special menu
for ladies includes 2 courses for 60rmb.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6474 6628
Ladies
Night
Free house drinks for ladies until midnight.
Blue Angel TEL (86) 138 1816 0310
Thursday,
February 10, 2005
The Glenfiddich Malt and Cigar Night
Cigar and Malt connoisseurs welcomed from 8pm onwards.
150rmb gets you 2 single malts a cigar and complimentary
snacks.
Mint TEL (8621) 6247 9666
The Renaissance
Masters Tour with DJ Hernan Cattaneo
Rojam TEL (8621) 6390 7181
Latin
night
With live band "Latin Caravan" & DJ
Cam playing purely Latin music. 400rmb/bottle of
Absolut (include soft drinks).
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Boozy Thursday
Draft beer only 10rmb all night long.
Palace TEL (8621) 6472 6899
Mandatory
Martini
Two martinis for the price of one from the widest
selection in the city.
JW's Lounge inside JW Marriott TEL (8621) 5359 4969
ext. 686
Friday,
February 11, 2005
Gin Night
10rmb for any Gin-based cocktail. 50% off on shots
and bottles each day 9pm-late.
Lanteen TEL (8621) 5383 5077
Put Your
Soul on The Table
Funk, Soul, Jazz, Reggae, Breakbeat brought to you
by DJ V-Nutz & Kingpin (Australia). 100 rmb
open bar.
10pm-2am, Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Latin
Dancing Night
Silver Moon TEL (8621) 6433 1637
Saturday,
February 12, 2005
Celebrate the Day of Love
Celebrates with breaks and deep house action.
Tiki TEL 6289 3602
Beer
Night
10rmb for any beer.
Lanteen TEL (8621) 5383 5077
Schnitzel-Night
99rmb for all-you-can-eat, including 2 draft beer.
Papa's Bierstube TEL (8621) 6465 8880
Salsa
Course
Salsa is more and more popular in Shanghai! Do you
want to learn how to dance it? Just come and join
the FREE course!
Silver Moon TEL (8621) 6433 1637
Sunday,
February 13, 2005
Lounge About
DJ CAM spins Lounge and Nu Jazz all night to ease
you out of the week that was…ALL bottled beer
20rmb ALL night.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Free
Swing Course and Swing Dancing Party
Silver Moon TEL (8621) 6433 1637
All-You-Can-Drink
Drink all you can for 100rmb from 7pm up to 2am,
for standards and selected beers only.
Cat Bar TEL (8621) 6120 4123 |
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Jazz Queen Norah Jones
Norah Jones' first-ever concert in China. Tickets
selling for 380-580rmb.
March 9, Shanghai Internatioanl Gymnastic Centre
TEL (8621) 6273 7780
Valentine's
Day Special
Special Dishes for Lovers: 15% off with two-day
advanced reservation. 488rmb/a couple for a 7-course
set dinner; 888rmb/a couple for a course set dinner
plus Moet&Chandon 375ml or Sakura Sakura [Sake]
300ml.
February 14, Lanteen TEL (8621) 5383 5077
Shanghai
Cool: A New Summit of Asian Innovation
March 2-April 3, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern
Arts TEL (8621) 6587 2530
Valentine
At CJW
996rmb / couple to enjoy 5 courses set dinner. A
bottle of Veuve Cliquot Champagne (375ml) with Veuve
Cliquot and Dior gifts bag.
Thru February 14, CJW at Bund Centre, TEL (8621)
6339 2777
Lovers'
Swing
Free Swing Dancing Lessons, DJ Jimbo playing Swing
Music. If you purchase any bottle of COINTREAU Liqueurs
(350ml) for the special price of 280rmb, you will
receive a free mobile phone cover plus a unique
Orange Rose. Entrance Per Couple - 80rmb (incl.
2 drinks), Singles - 50rmb (incl. 1 drink).
February 14, Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023 |
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