PRESS KIT. Content: Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen Opens in Southern China 2

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1 PRESS KIT Content: Opens in Southern China 2 Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen Offers a Brand New Standard of Luxury 7 Offers State-of-the-Art Meeting Facilities 9 Presents the Chairman's Room 12 Offers the Perfect Wedding Venue 14 Restaurant and Bar Background 16 Shang Garden Restaurant Presents Two Regional Cuisines in a Modern Bistro Setting 19 Offers Modern Health Club and Spa Facilities 22 Contacts 24 1

2 Opens in Southern China With a population of more than 14 million, Shenzhen is located adjacent to the international city of Hong Kong. Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen is located near thriving retail areas and office towers, and just a few minutes walk from Shenzhen s mass transit railway system, which links directly with Hong Kong via the Huanggang border crossing and Futian port. It also offers easy access to Shenzhen International Bao An Airport, the Shekou ferry terminal and the city s major tourist attractions, making it ideal for both business and leisure travellers., which adds a 40-storey building to the city s skyline, offers 498 guestrooms, 50 suites and 53 serviced apartments, as well as two ballrooms, an auditorium, function rooms, a health club, spa facilities, a business centre and a wide range of restaurants and bars. Wireless Internet access is available in all guestrooms and public areas. Guests at will find a lively yet relaxed atmosphere where guests feel just as comfortable in a tuxedo as in jeans. International interior design company BBG-BBGM was responsible for the hotel s modern, contemporary decor. 2

3 A typical hotel guestroom at spans an average of 45 square metres and has a feel that is both classic and contemporary while being warm and comfortable, with the quality expressed through the design, colour and textures used. The rooms feature cutting-edge electronic equipment including a desk jack panel, a 37-inch LCD television with CD and DVD players, and wireless and broadband Internet connectivity. There is also a 15-inch LCD television in the all-marble bathroom. The hotel s suites are particularly comfortable and span between 96 and 288 square metres. In addition to being warm, elegant and inviting, each suite offers a large entry foyer with marble floors. Bedrooms feature a large work area with a desk, a multi-purpose fax machine and wired and wireless Internet access. The living area has comfortable seating, a wall-mounted 40-inch LCD television and a DVD player with a stereo sound system. The spacious bathroom has a separate toilet and bidet, a whirlpool bath, two hand basins and a 15-inch LCD television. Shangri-La has created an exclusive retreat where frequent business travellers can experience a higher standard of accommodation, personalised service and a host of special privileges and amenities called the Horizon Club. Located on levels 33 to 39, Horizon Club benefits include express check-in and check-out service; complimentary breakfast buffet and evening cocktails in the Horizon Club Lounge; complimentary international newspaper; complimentary pressing service and shoe shine service upon arrival; full concierge service; facsimile and copy service available at the lounge; and one hour s complimentary use of the meeting room, per stay, subject to availability. 3

4 In addition to the guestrooms, has 53 serviced apartments located on levels six to 11 with a separate entrance, entrance lobby and lifts. The apartments, which are available in one-, two- and three-bedroom versions, as well as one, three-bedroom apartment with a study room, offer guests a contemporary layout with a residential feel with all the services and facilities of the hotel immediately at hand. Guests of the serviced apartments have access to the hotel s restaurants, health club, spa, indoor swimming pool and outdoor tennis courts. The hotel s all-day dining Café Zen on level one is a comfortable restaurant that offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night supper. Here, diners can enjoy both buffet and à la carte options, as well as live cooking stations serving specialities and local favourites typically found at Hong Kong s well known dai pai dong street stalls and cafés, including dim sum, Peking duck, congee, noodles, healthy double-boiled soups as well as Asian and Western dishes. Diners have the choice of eating inside or, in good weather, alfresco style on the terrace. Shang Garden, a bistro-style Chinese restaurant also on level one, brings together the fresh flavours of Cantonese cuisine and the delicate tastes of Huaiyang cuisine. Included in the menu is a wide selection of Huaiyang appetisers, Cantonese roast meats, nourishing double-boiled soups and live seafood prepared in various styles. Diners can also savour innovative desserts including Durian Cheesecake Mochi and Green Tea Opera Cake. In addition, Shang Garden offers a wide selection of dim sum, made fresh daily and served piping hot off the steamer, available as an accompaniment to lunch daily. 4

5 On level two, the hotel s Chinese restaurant, Fook Lam Moon, entices diners from all over the city with its authentic Cantonese cuisine. Open for both lunch and dinner, Fook Lam Moon features nine private dining rooms offering a lounge-style seating area, a private bathroom and an LCD television, making this the ideal choice for both top-notch business events and warm, cosy family gatherings. The hotel s Lobby Lounge is open all day, offering snacks, pastries, desserts and afternoon high tea in an international ambience. A band provides entertainment for guests in the evening. For event organisers, Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen offers the 1,740-square-metre Grand Ballroom with a high ceiling of 9.5 metres. With the latest technology lift transportation to deliver massive equipment, including vehicles, directly to the ballroom, the Grand Ballroom is ideal for car and product launches. A 456-square-metre Junior Ballroom, a 93-seat auditorium, a range of seven function rooms, three VIP rooms, the Boardroom, the Bridal Room and the Secretariat are also available, and can be customised to meet all requirements. A professional team of event specialists will be on hand to ensure that all events are a success. The hotel is located adjacent to the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre and the city s Civic Centre, offering organisers and delegates supreme convenience as well as access to an even wider range of events and facilities. 5

6 For extra special events, the hotel has an exclusive function venue, the Chairman s Room. Located on level 40, the Chairman s Room offers guests views over the city, making it the ideal place for small-scale private entertaining. Guests travelling on business will find that the hotel offers a fully equipped business centre staffed by a professional team that is able to handle all requirements, including photocopying, secretarial, translation and courier services, and business information and advice. The business centre also offers two meeting rooms and four offices that are available for rent. For guests more inclined to relax, the health club and spa are designed as retreats that offer a relaxing yet revitalising combination of exercise and spa facilities and treatments. The fully equipped gymnasium features the latest cardiovascular equipment and a multi-purpose function room, while the spa offers guests five single and three double deluxe treatment suites, a steam room, a sauna, a whirlpool and a wide range of services, including massages, facials and a range of signature treatments. For the more active guest, the hotel also features a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool and outdoor tennis courts. For more information or reservations, please call a travel professional or the hotel directly at (86 755) , or visit 6

7 Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen Offers a Brand New Standard of Luxury Situated in the central business district of Futian, Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen offers guests the hotel s elegant facilities and services along with all the comforts and privacy of home. Guests of the serviced apartments have access to the hotel s food and beverage outlets, a 300-square-metre fully equipped gymnasium, a wellness area with steam bath and sauna, a spa, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool and two outdoor tennis courts. With sizes ranging from 96 to 230 square meters, the 53 units of Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen located on levels six to 11 offer a separate entrance and private lobby with exclusive lifts for access to the residences. Available in one-, two- and three-bedroom versions as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments with a study, the apartments have an elegant design and functionality. Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen is the ideal choice for families on vacation in the city or for those who need to stay in Shenzhen for extended periods. 7

8 Every apartment is planned for optimum comfort and is fully furnished and equipped with the latest technology: - Cable and satellite television with a wide selection of channels - High-speed wireless and broadband Internet access - Direct dial and international telephone line - En suite bathrooms for every bedroom - A fully-equipped modern kitchen Dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave and oven - Washing machine and dryer - In-room electronic locker - Spacious luggage storage Residents can enjoy a host of exclusive privileges that include housekeeping services, full concierge services including visa consultation, school and medical recommendations, babysitting services, personal grocery shopping and delivery, around the clock in-room dining service and private underground parking. Shangri-La Residences, Futian, Shenzhen is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all guests. The Residences offers 24-hour security surveillance, lift access via personal electronic security key, closed circuit television systems at strategic locations and heat and smoke-sensitive fire alarms in every apartment. 8

9 Offers State-of-the-Art Meeting Facilities s business and conference facilities cover over 4,600 square metres on the second and third floors, one of the largest meeting facilities among Shenzhen hotels. The facilities include the 1,740-square-metre Grand Ballroom, the 456-square-metre Junior Ballroom, a 93-seat auditorium, seven function rooms, three VIP rooms, the Bridal Room, the Secretariat Room, the Boardroom as well as the Chairman s Room on level 40. State-of-the-art technology including wireless Internet access complemented with contemporary interior design ensure guests will find every venue an inspiring environment for meetings, conferences, banquets and special events. Dominating the second floor, the Grand Ballroom s ceiling is 9.5 metres high with impressive crystal chandeliers. Able to host 2,100 for a cocktail reception, the ballroom has natural daylight and decorative art panels, which form the perfect backdrop for every event, from grand banquets to receptions and formal conferences. Direct access via a large lift of 38.5 cubic metres offers further flexibility for the Grand Ballroom s use. With ample space to show large cars, and the lift capable of carrying one, the Grand Ballroom can easily transform into a majestic car showroom for model launches. Meanwhile, an 800-bay underground car park in the hotel ensures ample parking for larger events. 9

10 Complementing the Grand Ballroom on the third floor are the 456 square-metre Junior Ballroom, an auditorium for 93 guests, and a suite of seven function rooms of varying size. This collection of rooms can cater to all business needs, from an intimate private meeting to a banquet for 240 people. Every room is equipped with the latest technology, including audiovisual facilities, broadband and wireless Internet access, and satellite and teleconferencing capabilities. An attentive and professional team of technicians and experts serves each room. For extra special events, the hotel has the Chairman s Room. Located on Level 40 with a six-metre library shelf, the Chairman s Room offers guests commanding views of the city skyline and can accommodate a banquet for up to 60 people, making it the ideal place for small-scale private entertaining. Shangri-La s Signature Events promises event organisers hassle-free and the very best in event delivery. Dedicated events specialists in the hotel s front office, finance and banqueting departments and a meeting attendant provide support to events managers, delivering a complete service from the initial planning to event follow-up. Shangri-La s online meeting enquiry service is available for event organisers sourcing a destination or meeting venue, while online group booking provides easy steps for the delegates to make room bookings. 10

11 An enhanced Shangri-La meeting package for groups of 50 more guestrooms includes a generous array of value-added benefits, from themed coffee breaks in a choice of venues, to complimentary benefits for meeting organisers such as airport transfers, in-room facsimile, room upgrade and local mobile telephone. The fully equipped business centre on the third level has a range of secretarial support services that includes fax, Internet, photocopying, translation services, business card printing and an information technology butler. The business centre also offers two meeting rooms and four offices that are available for rent. For bookings or enquiries, please contact the events management department at (86 755) or slft@shangri-la.com. 11

12 Presents the Chairman's Room The Chairman s Room is the latest addition to Futian Shangri-La,Shenzhen s collection of event facilities. Located on the top level of the 191-metre-high hotel, it provides guests with an exclusive venue for elite events. The Chairman s Room has 141 square metres of flexible function space consisting of a private reception lounge, a parlour, a dining room and a rooftop terrace. The room can be used in its entirety for a VIP dinner for 60 guests or cocktail events for 120 guests. The floor-to-ceiling windows give guests commanding views of the city skyline and Hong Kong, while the six-metre-tall gilded wall panels and plush Oriental carpets add to the elegant ambience. With its own private kitchen, the menus for all events held in the Chairman s Room are tailor-made by the hotel s professional culinary team or by Fok Lam Moon as an alternative to meet the needs of the organiser. For added exclusivity, the Chairman s Room features a dedicated elevator lobby on level 40. Additional facilities include the latest audiovisual equipment, as well as wireless Internet access. 12

13 A dedicated team of event specialists promises event organisers a hassle-free event, with the commitment to deliver a complete service, from initial planning to the end of the function. For bookings or enquiries, please contact the hotel s Events Management department at (86 755) or events.slft@shangri-la.com. 13

14 Offers the Perfect Wedding Venue Opened on 23 October 2008, offers guests extensive banqueting facilities for weddings that span over 4,600 square metres. The hotel also has a team of expert advisers to help guests plan a couple s most important event. Located on the second floor, the 1,740-square-metre pillar-free Grand Ballroom, with its 9.5-metre-high ceiling and crystal chandelier, is the only ballroom in Shenzhen with natural daylight. Seating up to 1,200 for a banquet, the spacious ballroom with its decorated art panels and 9.5-metre-high ceiling forms the perfect backdrop for weddings. For guests desiring wedding receptions that are more intimate, the 456-square-metre Shangri-La Ballroom and seven function rooms can cater to different needs. For extra special events, the Chairman s Room offers guests another alternative. Located on level 40, the Chairman s Room offers guests commanding views of the city skyline, making it the ideal place for small-scale private entertaining. From cocktail receptions to dinner banquets, guests will find a refined and ideal setting for a perfect wedding at. 14

15 Also available for the ease of guests is the Perfect Wedding Salon, a gallery that provides a hassle-free one-stop service tailored to the detailed needs of couples, including bridal gown selection, make-up and hair styling consultation, wedding photographs, limousine arrangements and many other personalised services. The hotel s wedding consultants will plan and orchestrate the couple s special day, paying thoughtful attention to every detail from beginning to end, from floral arrangements, tableware selection and the wedding cake to invitation cards. From intimate wedding receptions to grand wedding banquets, guests can experience innovative Chinese menus and speciality Western and Asian cuisine prepared by the hotel s expert culinary teams. The hotel s professional wedding specialists will assist guests to make the best use of the dining options and diverse range of reception areas suitable for the most intimate gatherings to the grandest of weddings, to ensure that guests have a celebration to remember. For bookings or enquiries, please contact the events management department at (86 755) or events.slft@shangri-la.com. 15

16 Restaurant and Bar Background is the city's hottest dining destination with stylish restaurants and bar including the cosmopolitan all-day venue Café Zen, legendary Hong Kong Chinese restaurant Fook Lam Moon and the signature Lobby Lounge, along with Shang Garden. Café Zen features casual, café-style dining and open kitchens with individual food stations where chefs prepare and serve popular Chinese, Asian and international specialties in a theatrical style. Designed by renowned designer Super Potato, the stylish restaurant opens from breakfast until late night supper. Outdoor alfresco dining is also available on the terrace. Popular Chinese include Peking Duck, barbecue items, as well as local favourites typically found at Hong Kong s well-known tai pai dong including congee, noodles and dim sum. International selections include speciality imported meat and fresh seafood prepared to order on an open grill. A fresh seafood section features imported oysters, Japanese sashimi and sushi with an attractive salad bar and cold selection. The Western section includes the grill and the hot dishes, changed daily. At the entrance of Café Zen, diners will find a selection of enticing cakes, mousses and pastries, as well as freshly prepared soufflés, pancakes, and waffles. The selection forms the dessert buffet. During breakfast, the station offers freshly baked breads, pastries, muffins, doughnuts and croissants. 16

17 The hotel s chefs work closely with local farmers and producers to ensure reliable sources of fresh and seasonal organic produce. Shang Garden, a hip bistro-style Chinese restaurant, brings together the fresh flavours of Cantonese cuisine and the delicate tastes of Huaiyang cuisine. Representing the regional flavours of south China, both culinary styles use fresh seasonal ingredients prepared to accentuate natural flavours and focus on nutritional value. The menu at Shang Garden features chef specialities such as Steamed Egg White with Crab Roe prepared by Chef Dong, and nutritious Double-boiled Beef Soup with Chinese Yam, Medlar and Red Date prepared by Chef Feng. Included in the menu is a wide selection of Huaiyang appetisers, Cantonese roast meats, nourishing double-boiled soups and live seafood prepared in various styles. Diners can also savour innovative desserts including Durian Cheesecake Mochi and Green Tea Opera Cake. In addition, Shang Garden offers a wide selection of dim sum, made fresh daily and served piping hot off the steamer, available as an accompaniment to lunch daily. The beverage selection at Shang Garden highlights signature drinks such as Invigoration, a blend of fresh star fruit and Chinese pear. A selection of premium Chinese tea is also available to order. 17

18 Fook Lam Moon Chinese Restaurant serves the finest Cantonese cuisine in Shenzhen." The name Fook Lam Moon, which means "fortune and blessings come to your home," is the most famous name in gourmet Chinese dining in Hong Kong, with roots dating back to 1948, when Grand Master Chef Chui Fook Chuen catered lavish dinner parties for the city s tycoons. Today, its restaurants in Hong Kong, China and Japan continue to attract the business elite and a loyal following of celebrities and socialites. Designed by Hong Kong designer Steve Leung, interiors are predominantly red and gold, colours associated with happiness, fortune and extravagance, while crystal, glass and wood accents feature in the corridors and on the ceiling of each room, creating a rich ambience. The menu highlights Fook Lam Moon s signature delicacies, including the highest grade Amidori Abalone, Superior Bird s Nest, seasonal live seafood, Lobster Balls with Superior Sauce, Baked Stuffed Crab in Shell and many other dishes that have earned the restaurant a worldwide following. Lobby Lounge occupies the hotel s lobby, serving a selection of coffees and teas with a variety of pastries, desserts, snacks and Western and Chinese high tea sets. Entertainment is available in the evenings from a four-piece band, making this an attractive and inviting meeting place. 18

19 Shang Garden Restaurant Presents Two Regional Cuisines in a Modern Bistro Setting Shang Garden, a hip bistro-style Chinese restaurant, brings together the fresh flavours of Cantonese cuisine and the delicate tastes of Huaiyang cuisine at. Shang Garden presents a contemporary bistro concept through notable regional cuisine, approachable friendly service, value and ambience. The restaurant has a main dining hall that accommodates 80 diners and six private dining rooms that seat a total of 58 guests. Reflecting a chic modern vibe, the restaurant features vibrant hued modern glass chandeliers set to contrast with the raw stone walls, and furnishing wrapped in plush textured fabric juxtaposed against the strong clean lines of dark wood edges. Shang Garden is set to become the desired in dining destination where guests will entertain for business and return to dine with their friends and family during their leisure time, said Alan Ang, director of food and beverage of. 19

20 Chef Anthony Dong and Chef Leo Feng have collaborated to helm the kitchen and respectively have composed a menu that harmonises the best of Huaiyang and Cantonese dishes. Representing the regional flavours of south China, both culinary styles use fresh seasonal ingredients prepared to accentuate natural flavours and focus on nutritional value. The menu at Shang Garden features chef specialties such as Steamed Egg White with Crab Roe prepared by Chef Dong, and nutritious Double-boiled Beef Soup with Chinese Yam, Medlar and Red Date prepared by Chef Feng. Included in the menu is a wide selection of Huaiyang appetisers, Cantonese roast meats, nourishing double-boiled soups and live seafood prepared in various styles. Diners can also savour innovative desserts including Durian Cheesecake Mochi and Green Tea Opera Cake. In addition, guests can savour freshly made dim sum served piping hot off the steamer as an accompaniment to lunch daily for Rmb15 per portion. The beverage selection at Shang Garden will highlight signature drinks such as Invigoration, a blend of fresh starfruit and Chinese pear, a soothing concoction that soothes sore throats. A selection of premium Chinese tea will also be available to order. 20

21 Shang Garden is conveniently located in the Futian central business district, adjacent to the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre and Shenzhen Civic Centre. It is less than 100 metres westbound from Central Walk Shopping Mall, which links to the Convention and Exhibition Centre metro station. For more information or reservation, please visit contact Shang Garden at (86 755) , or 21

22 Offers Modern Health Club and Spa Facilities Spread over two entire floors, the Health Club and Spa comprises a 232-square-metre gymnasium with a 66-square-metre free-weights room and a 145-square-metre ergonomically designed exercise room, as well as a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool, two tennis courts, a roof garden, a steam room, a sauna, whirlpool facilities and luxurious spa facilities. The gymnasium area one of the largest in Shenzhen features ultra-modern fitness equipment, including multi-sensorial cardiovascular machines from Life Fitness, all equipped with individual cable television screens and heart rate monitors. In addition to the extensive range of weight machines, and the stretching zone equipped with fitness balls and yoga mats, the Health Club has a separate free-weights room with a deluxe weight tree and bench facilities. A range of classes is offered in the exercise room, including yoga, Pilates and aerobics, all of which are taught by qualified fitness staff and trainers. The gymnasium and exercise room adjoin a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool equipped with hydro-jet massage seats and feature mosaic-tiled floors and splash-walls, high atrium ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the landscaped garden. Multiple steam, sauna and whirlpool facilities are also available, with all connecting to a roof garden featuring a private running track.. 22

23 The Health Club is complemented by multiple shower complexes and personal grooming amenities, as well as modern changing rooms equipped with individual lockers containing robes, fluffy towels and slippers. The club s facilities are complimentary for all in-house guests, and individual, couple, family and corporate membership packages are available. After a workout, guests can unwind with a spa treatment at the Spa, one of the largest spa centres in Shenzhen. Treatments available in the eight luxurious and tranquil private spa suites combine both East and West philosophies, based on the principles of restoring balance and harmony to the mind and body. Signature treatments use fragrant oils and aromatic herbs designed to harmonise the body, to promote and maintain good health and vitality. The Spa offers facial, body and massage therapy lasting between 30 and 90 minutes that can help to relax the body and to restore vitality. Signature therapies such as Spa Finesse by Futian Shangri-La, Spa Signature Massage Harmony of Four Hands and Biodroga Rock Crystal Energising Facial Treatment, each lasting between 90 minutes and two hours, are designed to immerse the recipient for an all-over sensation. A sanctuary of tranquillity, the 900-square-metre spa centre is designed based on the spa within a spa concept, with all single and double suites possessing individual bathing and herbal steam facilities to give guests the luxury of personal space and timelessness. 23

24 Press Contacts Contacts Dora Tan Director of Communications Tel: (86 755) extension 6351 Fax: (86 755) Digital images are available on request. 24