East China News
The well-known painter, Mr Xu Beihong’s wife, Ms Lao Jingwen, recently stayed at Le Meridien Yixing. Upon her arrival at the hotel, Ms Jingwen was greeted by the General Manager, Ms Sabrina Xue. Mr Xu Beihong was primarily known for his Chinese ink paintings of horses and birds. He was regarded as one of the first to create monumental oil paintings with epic Chinese themes, showing his high proficiency in an essentially Western art technique.
At Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, preparations are already underway for Chinese New Year. Before 31 December 2013, for all room bookings made, guests will receive a complimentary second night stay. Children can enjoy the expanded arts and crafts programmes, along with the indoor sports area and other Chinese New Year holiday activities. Guests can also enjoy the themed buffets in Essence and local delicacies from Yi Feng Court. Room prices start from RMB 980; offer is available for bookings made between 30 January to 5 February 2014.
The Double Tree By Hilton Jiaxing has finally opened its doors. The hotel is a stylish and sprawling six-storey, 274-room property. This location is perfect for business meetings and events, and is also an ideal weekend getaway from nearby Shanghai and Hangzhou. The newest Double Tree addition boasts three diverse restaurants, a luxurious grand ballroom, 9 multifunctional meeting rooms, indoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Three main buildings make up the hotel, and guests can stay in five different types of spacious resort-style rooms and suites.
Your vacation to relaxation starts here. Until March 31, 2014, pamper yourself with a superb hot spring room package at Suzhou Marriott Hotel, including a one-night weekend stay in a Deluxe Room or Executive Room with buffet breakfast and hot spring tickets for two adults.
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On 21 December, The Sheraton Zhenjiang Hotel will be hosting a Christmas party to never forget. Enjoy a magnificent night with fabulous performers for your entertainment. Allow yourself to be completely spoilt by the Sheraton culinary team serving delicious treats, whisking you off into an unforgettable world of enjoyment. The event starts 5:30pm with prices starting from RMB 1,088.
Spend your Christmas Eve at the Magnolia All Day Dining Restaurant at the DoubleTree by Hilton Huaqiao-Kunshan where you can enjoy a lavish Christmas Eve Buffet. Treat yourself to some exquisite Christmas goodies and participate in their lucky draw to win special prizes. You can also meet Santa and make your very own gingerbread house! Prices start from RMB 248 per person, including a glass of selected wine and unlimited soft drinks. Book before 10 December to enjoy a 10% discount!
BEIJING NEWS
This Christmas Eve, InterContinental Beijing Beichen will be bringing back some of the grandeur, opulence and decadence of the jazz age by celebrating one of the greatest English novels from the 20th century, The Great Gatsby. Come and enjoy an extravagant buffet with foods from all over the world. There will even be an opportunity for guests to win some fantastic prizes including a trip to one of three fabulous destinations, Sydney, San Francisco and Paris for two, as well as a MacBook Air, iPad and many more. Ticket prices start from RMB 3,288