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Santa Fe Relocation Services does more than just move people around the world. Through their specially-commissioned Global Mobility Survey, they help chart clearly where the next big move is going to happen. And a lot more
Relocating means preparing everything, and everyone for a new home. Relocating is a big change for most people. It can be difficult and stressful, but it should be exciting and rewarding for everyone. Our experience and knowledge, built up from nearly fifty years as a worldwide relocations company, is shared by all our people in more than 200 locations. We’ll always be there to help you get the most from your relocation.
Tel: +852 2636 8388 hongkong@crownrelo.com
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ealing with logistical matters, here it is by the numbers: Established in 1980, Santa Fe Relocation Services has grown to more than 3,200 staff in 124 offices in 54 countries. But Santa Fe is a lot more than just statistics. In order to have a better understanding of the market and hence stay at the front of the pack in the highly competitive field of relocation services, the management of the company recognized the importance of market information in the mobility business and decided they would have to do something special. To that end, in 2009 they commissioned the first Global Mobility Survey. This is a large report that covers a particular topic in great detail, pulling
the data from actual companies’ surveys and compiling the results in a thorough manner. It has proven to be a highly valuable resource for both Human Resources people – enabling them to look up data quickly when needed to relocate staff – as well as relocation professionals who are seeking out the trends in where companies are moving their staff to. Back to the numbers: the 2013 Global Mobility Survey was compiled from 1,119 organizations in 56 countries. The report itself is 48 pages long. Here are some of the highlights from the 2013 report.
Key highlights The survey reported a growth in assignments to areas that are considered
‘challenging’ to move to and work in. Some of these areas are the emerging markets and even the BRIC’s countries. Part of the challenge is the amount of paperwork it takes to get things done, as well as the language barrier and lack of infrastructure. That said, the most common overseas posting are still to traditional places of business, with the top three being the US, the UK and Germany. One issue that has been of high concern in all four of the Global Mobility
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Surveys is that of mobility costmanagement. The majority of respondents in the most recent report expect to increase focus on cost reduction in relation to their mobility programs in the coming year. Yet, despite the need to better understand assignment costs, most organizations don’t use specialist software to help them track and manage their overseas assignment costs. This, of course, is where a professional company like Santa Fe comes in. They provide a full range of before and after services in addition to the mainstay of relocation. They offer services in areas such as visa and immigration, cross cultural training, mail forwarding, school search, lease cancellation, among much more. We had the chance to speak with Nigel Crockett, Director of Sales and Marketing in Asia for Santa Fe. We asked him specifically about the Global Mobility Survey and why Santa Fe has gone the extra mile to provide this data. biz.hk: Since 2009 Santa Fe has commissioned the Global Mobility Survey. The 2013 report was recently released. What is the idea behind the survey? Crockett: The Survey was commissioned by the Santa Fe Group in order to address a lack of information in the mobility industry. The purpose was to conduct the largest empirical study of organizations and their mobility
programs and to make this information freely available to help companies to benchmark and improve their own mobility programs. The Global Mobility Survey was developed due to the requirement for a definitive global view of mobility programs and trends. Until the arrival of the Global Mobility Survey, research studies had predominantly been US centric, which meant that it was very difficult for companies outside the US to benchmark themselves against their peers.
“Until the arrival of the Global Mobility Survey, research studies had predominantly been US centric, which meant that it was very difficult for companies outside the US to benchmark themselves against their peers.”
Furthermore the sample populations that the results of these other surveys were being drawn from were too small in scientific terms to provide reliable data for companies to make decisions on. biz.hk: The focus of the 2013 report is on companies sending more employees to ‘emerging markets’. What are some of the reasons for this? Crockett: Emerging markets offer an enormous potential for growth. Essentially, the Global Mobility Survey identified that 78 percent of companies that responded said that emerging markets were important to their business plans and subsequently their mobility programs. The reasons for this are purely economic, where companies are searching for future growth they are driven to look outside
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traditional markets and looking for areas of growth. Mobility programs need to support the objectives of their businesses. The significance of these markets on mobility programmes is also a subject debated by the Expert Panel in the Global Mobility Survey Report. biz.hk: The Survey says that companies find these types of moves and working situations to be challenging. That must be true for the relocation companies doing business as well. What are some of the challenges that Santa Fe faces when making a move for a company into one of these ‘hardship locations’? Crockett: Relocation companies find ‘challenging’ locations just as difficult to operate in as our customers. We face the same challenges in terms of hiring staff, managing operations, and working in often difficult situations. Whilst we have permanent operations in many emerging markets, we also manage short term projects in even more remote locations. Our challenges get repeated on a daily basis, so we know our way around them very well. Things like making sure a transport vehicle meets the strict safety standards of a global oil company, or dealing with last minute schedule changes due to late flight arrivals in a small airfield where an MNC is setting up a mining operation are things we deal with regularly. Expectation setting can be challenging, and we work very closely with assignees, their family, and their corporate HR to ensure expectations are fairly set prior to arrival. No matter what we do, a third tier city in China is never going to look and feel like you’re back home in Arizona! Santa Fe finds itself in the position that through our footprint and the needs of our customers to relocate employees to these locations we have become a leading voice on this subject. In answer to this we have produced a practical guide for corporate HR sending employees to Emerging Markets covering everything that they need to know.
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biz.hk: With more companies sending staff to these locations, does that have a trickle down effect to the relocation industry as well, meaning that companies in this sector are also setting up more offices in these areas to provide service to others? Crockett: Opening in these locations is often tricky, due to lack of local expertise and very often you are going in there to set up the infrastructure. For this reason, not all relocation companies are interested in opening in these locations and want to only stick to well-established centers and choose to use us for delivering services in places they cannot reach. But Santa Fe Group has always had offices in these locations. We are often one of, or the first, company to open with staff on the ground. For example, we were the first into Russia in the 1960’s. More recently we have opened
in Mongolia and now into Myanmar. biz.hk: How should people, whether in the relocation industry or not, use the results from the Survey? Crockett: I would suggest that they read the report to get a general overview of things from a global perspective and they will start to have questions such as, how does my company compare to programs from my industry sector, with the same number of assignments per year or even from the same country? They should then visit www.globalmobilitysurvey.com or use our portal to view the answers to these questions. Watching the trends in the survey over the four years that it has been in existence is enlightening in and of itself. The number of respondents increases every year, and a larger
proportion of the respondents are coming from our Asia and emerging market locations. The strength of the report really comes into its own when you realize that it is possible (with the online version) to drill down to minute detail on very specific questions. The printed version is useful, but the online version provides a powerful tool for savvy mobility managers to benchmark against peer companies in a truly personal way. At a recent presentation I gave in Singapore, a sample of this ‘drill down’ data was presented. What became clear from this was that Singapore companies do not approach mobility in the same way as the rest of Asia – their alignment is much closer to European norms than ‘rest of Asia’ norms. Without that drill down ability, this piece of information would have remained illusive.
world. As a result of this, we have built up a portfolio to round out our relocation services to fully support the assignee and the family, helping them settle in quickly wherever they are around the world. Previously, we solely focused only on the assignee. We let the assignee help their family settle into the new destination. However, through our reports and surveys from our offices, there has been a strong demand to put equal emphasis on helping the assignee’s family as much as the assignee themselves. For the last few years, we have been quietly strengthening our international presence to ensure we can exceed our client’s expectations throughout the relocation process. The response from our clients has been overwhelming. Both the account and assignee have praised our communication and family-like approach in delivering our services.
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n less than 20 years, UniGroup Relocation has gone from being a US-based ground transport company to becoming the largest owner-managed relocation network in the world. In fact, the framework for UniGroup goes back more than eight decades, when it was part of the two leading ground transport companies in the US, United and Mayflower. After merging these two companies in the States and incorporating UTS International in other parts of the
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world, UniGroup Worldwide UTS was formed. Now the company has rebranded itself to form UniGroup Relocation, which the company feels better reflects their mission of providing full service, door-to-door household goods transportation and professional relocation services around the globe with high quality standards in place. They operate in more than 180 countries and have regional offices in Amsterdam and here in Hong Kong, with the headquarters in St Louis, Missouri.
Part of their mission is to remove the stress that commonly accompanies a move. They do this by providing value-added services such as offering a web-based, online tool that acts as a one-stop shop for essential customer information. This can include anything from finding nearby schools to language help. They can also provide customized packages so that people don’t have to pay for things that aren’t needed. Giving more insight into the rebranding, as well as other areas in
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the relocation industry, Joseph Lai, General Manager, Hong Kong, of UniGroup Relocation shared his opinion with us. biz.hk: What does the new brand mean and how is it different from the previous one? What are the initial responses? Lai: Our new global brand was created to further enforce our broader mission, which is to offer full relocation services to meet the specific requirements of our various clients around the
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biz.hk: What are some of the new services UniGroup Relocation can provide under the new brand? Lai: Under the new brand, we focus on supporting the assignee and their family. This is through providing support from the initial pre-assignment to ongoing and repatriation of the assignee. Support comes through a diverse menu of services such as preview trip/area orientation, home search, school assistance, settling-in services, visa and immigration support, culture and language training, and spousal support. These services can be bundled into a customized package choosing only those that are applicable. The main reason for all of this continued support comes from reports which point to the support of the family as well as the assignee. We believe by providing the assignee with these services, it will speed up the settling-in process, relieving stress throughout the relocation. biz.hk: UniGroup Relocation is now one of the biggest international movers
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in the world. It offers destination services in more than 180 countries. UniGroup also has a strong presence in North America, Europe and AsiaPacific. This global network is one of UniGroup’s strengths. Can you share some examples of benefits of this huge network to UniGroup’s customers? Lai: Correct, we are the largest international relocation company. With over 1,100 services centers strategically located around the world, wherever you are moving to, we are already there ready to help. There is no other company that comes close to the coverage that we have. The benefit of having such a large global coverage means that the whole relocation process will take place under a consistent level of service. In addition, we can assure the assignee that we will always have someone in the assignee’s time zone to be in contact with in case they need to reach someone for help. biz.hk: In order to be able to deliver seamless, stress-free and door-todoor services, communication with customers is essential. What are some of the communication tools that UniGroup uses to manage and serve its customers? Lai: We use a wide range of communication tools to manage and serve our
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customers. We have found that the best way to have a stress-free move is constant communication. That communication is best managed by a certified move manager. Each assignee is assigned a move manager as a point of contact. This person will be in touch with them throughout the entire move, to ensure they receive all the essential information accordingly, as well as to provide constant updates. Secondly, as the Internet is changing the way companies around the world communicate, everything we do is electronic or online. We have a global online communication platform where the move manager, origin office and destination office have access to, and it contains all the data pertaining to the assignee. For example, passport/work visa scans and when they expire, names of the family members and their contact details, and for contractual accounts, mobility policy information on the services that the assignee is allowed. Any parties that need to have access to this information only need a web browser and login and the information will be at their fingertips. In addition to the communication with the move manager, some of our services are available exclusively online
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such as listings of the new destination’s social and work formalities. biz.hk: What are the resources UniGroup can offer to international relocation clients? Lai: Moving internationally is always stressful. We provide a range of resources to help the assignee assimilate faster to minimize the downtime between home and host country. Services that have the maximum benefit of assistance are: home search, orientation/settling in, immigration, cultural awareness and spousal support. Home Search – Instead of having the assignee run around town and deal with various agents, we’ll do that for them. Tell us what requirements you need, where you work and what lifestyle you want and we can compile a list of areas and home. We’ll do all the remedial work and show the assignee what he or she needs to know to help facilitate a decision. Orientation/Settling In – We can arrange and give the assignee an orientation and share knowledge for living and working in the host country and to address main concerns of any overseas assignment. This helps manage expectations and reduce the
overall duration of the initial transition period during the initial months of arrival to ease the family into the new location. Immigration – We can handle the assignee’s immigration matters and it will save the assignee’s time and cost, as we have filled out the same form over and over again. We know the potential errors during submissions and will ensure that the assignee’s applications are presented as required to the relevant government departments. For example, such attention to details will help enable the assignee to get a renewal of work visa on time. Cultural Awareness – Every new location or country has their own culture, this component of service is designed to assist assignees and their families to understand the new cultural formalities to ensure maximum assimilation. This is especially important at the work place when they are interacting with local staff as well as other expatriate staff in the same office. The ability to understand why helps guide the assignee to integrate easier through the work place. Spousal Support – Studies have shown that the number one reason why assignments fail is family. Ensuring the spouse is assimilating and finding friends and other support groups is vital. We help them by introducing them to appropriate groups, chambers and assist them with any job hunting they request. biz.hk: Hong Kong is an international city. In a UniGroup study published last year, the US is recording a “moving deficit” with more Americans moving to Asia than vice versa. Based on your observations, is this trend still valid in 2013, and in 2014? Lai: This is correct. I suspect the trend will still be on this route throughout 2013 and well into 2014. We have seen an increase of inbound traffic and a decrease of outbound traffic to the US when comparing current year to previous years. This is mainly due to the strong growth that we have seen in China, Singapore and other Asian countries.
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RELOCATION & MOVING 2013 Allied Pickfords Suites 602-608, 6/F. 248 Queen's Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Moving Services
Everyday, hundreds of people across the globe trust Allied Pickfords to make their move simpler, seamless and stress free. Whether it is across town or around the worldRelax, we carry the load!
Storage services Vehicle Transportation Insurance coverage Contact Person / Title Tel Fax Email Website
FAIM ISO qualified for local and International moving. Packing, shipping, unpacking, handyman/ valet/ maidservices. Standard and de-humidified storage (short and long term) in our state of the art Hong Kong facility. Door to door vehicle transportation available Insurance Coverage: All risk, fully comprehensive marine transit insurance available on all shipments Jeff OFFUTT / Olivier JOURDAN (852) 2736 6032 (852) 2375 1065 general@alliedpickfords.com.hk www.alliedpickfords.com.hk
Asia Pacific Properties 14/F Wilson House, 19-27 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
Company History / Activities Since 1985, Asia Pacific Properties has provided world-class commercial and residential real estate and corporate relocation services. Headquartered in Hong Kong and with key offices across China, we are recognized globally for comprehensive programs delivered to some of the world's most prominent companies, including 50 of the Fortune 500. Corporate Relocation & Real Estate: A pioneer of the relocation industry in Asia, our integrated, full service programs serve to create smooth, educational and cross-cultural transitions while focusing on cost containment and adherence to corporate policy. Local & International Residential Brokerage: We provide full coverage of markets and options with real dedication to negotiations, enhanced by our cutting-edge technology platform, OKAY.com (meaning “Home” in Cantonese). With highly trained bilingual staff positioned strategically in Hong Kong and China, we are committed to the highest standards of corporate governance and best business practices.
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Pictured: ‘Jia’ (in calligraphic style), the character for ‘home’ in Mandarin.
Tel Fax E-mail Website
(852) 2281 7800 (852) 2810 6981 info@asiapacificproperties.com www.asiapacificproperties.com
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RELOCATION & MOVING 2013 Crown Relocations
Asian Tigers Mobility 17th Floor, 3 Lockhart Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Crown Worldwide Bldg, 9-11 Yuen On St, Siu Lek Yuen, Shatin, New Territories, HK, China
Company History / Activities
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Asian Tigers Mobility provides a comprehensive end-to-end mobility service tailored to meet your Transferee’s corporate relocation needs. We are a relocation solutions partner who is dedicated to your success by ensuring the smooth transfer of your transferees. We get the right people to the right places at the right time – every time. We are committed to delivering the very best relocation and destination services in the industry without compromise.
Crown Relocations provides transportation, destination and immigration services, as well as employee and family support, to assist people relocating internationally or domestically. Relocation presents challenges to all concerned. Crown’s people understand the excitement and anxiety of relocating, whether it’s the corporate challenge of managing globally mobile employees, or an individual move for a family. As a company with people working all over the world, Crown is an enthusiastic champion of the benefits of relocation. Our expert move managers are advocates for their cities and are determined to make every relocation a success. Although we have a presence in almost 60 countries, ‘being there’ means more to us than simply being on the ground. During every relocation, Crown provides support, guidance, care and the personal attention needed to lessen disruption. Crown Relocations is part of the Crown Worldwide Group, established in 1965 and headquartered in Hong Kong. Crown Relocations - Go knowing -
Moving Services Insurance coverage Relocation service Contact Person / Title Tel Fax Email Website
International, local and office moving, long & short term storage Yes Orientation, Home Finding, Settling-in, Training Programs, Departure Service Timothy Tao - (852) 2863 5828 Fontaine Lam - (852) 2863 5813 (852) 2528 1384 (852) 2529 7443 info@asiantigers-hongkong.com www.asiantigers-mobility.com
Cartus Relocation Hong Kong Limited Cartus provides trusted guidance to organizations of all types and sizes that require global relocation solutions. Cartus serves 64 percent of the Fortune 50. We provide service to more than 165 countries, applying our more than half century of experience to help our clients with their mobility, outsourcing, consulting and language and intercultural training needs. Our relocation services in Hong Kong include departure, host country, settling in and household goods services as well as housing and schooling provision, repatriation support and language and cross-cultural training. Cartus is part of Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE:RLGY), a global provider of real estate services. To find out how our greater experience, reach, and hands-on guidance can help your company, visit www.cartus.com; read our blog at www.cartusblog.com; or click www.realogy.com for more information.
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Direct Line Email
Billy Wong Managing Director, Greater China (852) 2636 8388 bwong@crownww.com
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Sherry Liu General Manager, Hong Kong & Macau (852) 2636 8388 sliu@crownww.com (852) 2837 1677 www.crownrelo.com/hongkong
MiniCo Self-Storage
9/F W. Square, 314-324 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Company History / Activities
Key Personnel
G/F, MiniCo Building, 18 Lee Chung Street, Chai Wan
Relocation Services
Mobility, outsourcing, consulting, destination and real estate services, language and intercultural training Domestic Moving Service Management of all aspects of the shipment of household goods including: • Co-ordination of survey dates. • Obtaining competitive quotations. • Review of quotations and provide recommendation. • Ensuring completion of paperwork, including inventory. • Co-ordination of packing, loading and delivery dates. with resolution of • Assistance insurance claims. Long-term and short-term storage Storage services Land, sea and air Vehicle Transportation Yes Insurance coverage Michelle Low, Director, Contact Person / Title Strategic Development, Asia Pacific Tel: (65) 6880 4122 Fax: (65) 6557 0038 Maryanne Resnick, Vice President, Client Services & General Manager, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 3470 0007 Fax: (852) 3470 0030 trustedguidanceasia@cartus.com E-mail www.cartus.com Website
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Company History / Activities MiniCo Self-Storage was founded in 2002 by Hardy Good, a 36-year veteran of the self-storage industry in America. MiniCo offers the premiere self-storage facilities in Hong Kong. Our clean, secure, climate-controlled storage spaces are ideal for home remodelers, business professionals, and anyone who just needs more space. MiniCo’s facilities in Chai Wan, Kwun Tong, and Kwai Fong offer a large variety of unit sizes, air conditioned and dehumidified spaces, and the latest high-tech security features. Storage spaces are customizable with closet rods and shelving. We also offer conveniences to include full-service move-ins, self-service kiosks, free parking, and retail centers offering boxes and packing supplies. Domestic Moving Service Storage service Vehicle Transportation Insurance coverage Contact Person / Title Fax Email Website
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Pickup and delivery of customers’ goods to and from the storage facility Daily, Monthly and long-term self-storage spaces available in sizes ranging from 6 sq ft to 190 sq ft Moving truck available for pickup and delivery Monthly and long-term contents insurance available Mr. Henry Chan, General Manager - (852) 2897 9882 Ms. Macy Sin - (852) 2342 3041 (852) 2889 0255 info@minicoselfstorage.com www.minicoselfstorage.com
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Education for
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Santa Fe Relocation Services
Concordia International School 68 Begonia Road, Yau Yat Chuen, Kowloon, Hong Kong
18/F CC Wu Bldg, 302-8 Hennessy Rd, Wanchai, HK, China
Company History / Activities Thinking Relocation? Think Santa Fe. Santa Fe is a leading Relocation Services Company, providing a comprehensive range of the highest quality services to individual and corporate clients, including: immigration/visa, home/school search, language/cultural training, tenancy management/expense management and local, office, domestic and International moving services. Established in Hong Kong in 1980, Santa Fe has continuously expanded operations throughout the world. Today, Santa Fe Relocation Services is part of the Santa Fe Group and offers a single-source solution for organizations looking to transfer their employees globally. The Santa Fe Group currently operates in 53 countries with 123 offices worldwide. Our 3,150 dedicated professionals are currently servicing approximately 110,000 relocations each year. When it comes to selecting a relocation service provider, we make it easy!
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Lance Allen, Managing Director – Moving & Relocation Services and Records Management Services, Hong Kong Patrick White, CEO – Santa Fe Asia (852) 2574 6204 (852) 2575 1907 sales@santafe.com.hk www.santaferelo.com
School Profile
Curriculum
Concordia International School is an established small international school managed by the Lutheran Church. The school is non-profit making, co-educational and has direct linkage with the Concordia University System in the United States. All of its students are trained and prepared to write the ETS's TOEFL and the College Board's PSAT, SAT Reasoning and Subject Tests and the AP Courses. Successful students at Concordia are assured of having their work recognized by universities and colleges around the world, including top-class universities in Canada, Australia, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong and the United States. Concordia's doors are open to students of all races and religions. The school's motto is "transforming lives together", the school prides itself on its small class teaching (up to 15 students per class).
North American Curriculum
Hours 8:15 am to 3:00 pm
Transportation MTR Kowloon Tong Station Festival Walk Exit C or Shek Kip Mei Station Exit B2
Fees Annual tuition fee for Grade 7-12: HK$88,000 by 2 instalments, Associated fees: HK$13,500-19,200, fees for after-school ESL class, study tours and personal laptop for study not yet included. No debenture required.
Facilities 10 Class Rooms, Special Rooms include: Art Room, Computer Room, Reading Room, Science Laboratory and Multi-purpose Hall. Space for Sports: Basketball and Badminton Courts. Small campus, but spacious for 100 students and with good teaching facilities for 6 classes of Grade 7-12.
Tel: (852) 2789 9890 Fax: (852) 2392 8820 Email: office@cihs.edu.hk / office@concordiainte.edu.hk Principal: Dr. Darnay S.K.Chan
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Generations Christian Education
UniGroup Relocation
70 Bridges Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Company History / Activities
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UniGroup Relocation, part of UniGroup Inc. is a leading global relocation company. We specialize in the movement of household effects, high value products and office relocation for corporate expatriates and transferees. With over 1,100 service centers, in 180 countries and a dedicated global network, we provide a mobility service with guaranteed service levels, satisfaction and full transparency. UniGroup Inc. is the parent company of United Van Lines and Mayflower Transit, making us the largest and most recognized relocation firm in the world. ‘Wherever you want to go, we are already there’. UniGroup Relocation continues to invest in innovative technology and improvement processes to meet our mission statement: “Delivering superior service - to every client, every time - without compromise or excuse”. Customer satisfaction is the only measure of our success. UniGroup Relocation services all countries and complies with all international laws and regulations. We are also certified in FAIMPLUS, the only independent accreditation for this industry.
We are Generations Christian Education and we provide international Christian education across three campuses located throughout Hong Kong. Our schools are Small World Christian Kindergarten & Island Christian Academy on Hong Kong Island and Norwegian International School Primary and Kindergarten in Tai Po, New Territories. We are committed to seeing that our children benefit from a whole-child instructional approach, focusing on their education and nurture in heart, mind, body and soul. We are using the International Primary Curriculum alongside the UK National Literacy Framework, Australian National Mathematics program and Primary Mandarin Curriculum. We aim to offer and ensure quality education through values based teaching encompassing the intellectual, spiritual, physical, emotional and social facets of each student.
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Relocation Services Storage Services Contact Person/Title
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International / Domestic Relocations Office Relocations Household Goods Storage Office Furniture Storage Management Steve Lewis – Managing Director, Asia Pacific Joseph Lai – General Manager, Hong Kong Derek Ma – Manager, Business Services Edwin Sun – Head of Global Mobility, Hong Kong (852) 2418 4333 (852) 2428 2881 hongkong@unigrouprelocation.com
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Island Christian Academy 70 Bridges Street Sheung Wan HONG KONG Tel: (852) 2537 2552 Email: office@islandca.edu.hk Fax: (852) 2858 7271 Webiste: www.islandca.edu.hk
Norwegian International School Primary School Campus 170 Kam Shan Road Kam Shan Village Tai Po NT Tel: (852) 2658 0341 Email: office@nis.edu.hk Fax: (852) 2651 0050 Webiste: www.nis.edu.hk
Small World Christian Kindergarten 10 Borrett Road Mid Levels HONG KONG Tel: (852) 2525 0922 Email: office@smallworld.edu.hk Fax: (852) 2530 5448 Webiste: www.smallworld.edu.hk
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Kindergarten Campus 175 Kwong Fuk Road Tai Po NT Tel: (852) 2638 0269 Email: kinder@nis.edu.hk Fax: (852) 2651 0050 Webiste: www.nis.edu.hk
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Education for RELOCATION & MOVING 2013
The International Montessori School
The Harbour School The Harbour School, 2nd Floor, Kennedy Town Centre 23 Belcher’s Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong
School Profile What if we created a school that encouraged discussion and thought, rather than rote memorization? What if we added science, history and technology as vital components, encouraging children to actively participate in these subjects rather than just reading about them? What if we valued diversity and recognized children for their strengths rather than defining them by their weaknesses? Or if we encouraged children to proceed at the pace appropriate for them, encouraging them to think, learn and communicate at their optimal level? With its trademark small class sizes and progressive emphasis on differentiated learning, the arts, and global cultural literacy, The Harbour School has carved its own niche in Hong Kong as the little school with a positive, productive, and enthusiastic environment. Children at The Harbour School become authentic producers, not test-takers, in a progressive, creative and child-centered program.
School Profile
Curriculum
American, K - 8th grade
Transportation
Buses available from private bus companies to most major areas of Hong Kong Island
Hours
Chinese - English Dual Language Curriculum
8:30 am - 3:30 pm except Wednesdays which are half day (8:30 am - 12:30 pm)
IMS has pioneered a unique, individually tailored Chinese curriculum based on Montessori’s multisensory and interactive approach, and is now considered one of the world’s leading Montessori bilingual programs.
Fees
Tuition $128,750 (10 month school year) Capital Levy $ 17,000
The Montessori Method
Montessori is an internationally recognized education method with a 100-year history of providing a unique and enriching education to children all over the world. Based on the principles of enquiry-based learning and development of the whole child, the Montessori philosophy fulfills the guidelines of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP). The Montessori curriculum gives students structures to categorize knowledge, keys to discover answers for themselves, and the life skills needed to adapt to change, all of which encourage lifelong learning. IMS graduates stream successfully into top secondary schools in Hong Kong with enhanced academics and social skills, as well as a very strong foundation in both Chinese and English.
Tel: (852) 2816 5222 Fax: (852) 2816 5229 Email: info@theharbourschool.edu.hk
www.theharbourschool.edu.hk
With a class size of 25, each classroom has two qualified teachers to meet the individual needs of the each child. At least one teacher is internationally trained in the Montessori curriculum and has fulfilled the rigorous requirements of the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), the world’s leading Montessori training organization. IMS’ Primary Program also has specialist teachers to provide children with a well-rounded exposure to Music, Art, Physical Education, and Information Technology.
School Profile International College Hong Kong is a dynamic IB World School, across two campuses in the beautiful New Territories. At our primary and secondary sites, staff work together to deliver a through train education to students of all nationalities. ICHK Hong Lok Yuen has been providing high quality education for more than 30 years, and follows the IB Primary Years Programme. The emphasis is on inquiry skills with a solid foundation in Maths and English. At ICHK Secondary, class sizes are kept deliberately small, and learning is centred on the UK National Curriculum in Years 7-9 using an inquiry approach, GCSEs in Years 10-11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12-13. Sporting and non-academic achievements are broad and a diverse portfolio of extra curricular activities enhances the educational programmes. The school has a strong community ethos, extensive facilities and provides a supportive environment where children of all cultures and abilities can thrive.
Primary: Pre-nursery $23,760 , Part time nursery $59,130, Full time nursery to year 6 $102.600 Secondary: Years 7-9 $133,500 Years 10-11 $139,250 Years 12-13 $148,500
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Kindergarten and Primary Campus Twentieth Street, Hong Lok Yuen, New Territories Tel: (852) 2658 6935 Web: www.hlyis.edu.hk Email: info@hlyis.edu.hk
Extending Montessori to the Primary Level in Hong Kong
As the only Montessori Kindergarten through Primary School in Hong Kong, and the only accredited Montessori primary school in Greater China, IMS focuses on delivering an authentic Montessori education with a strong emphasis on dual-language learning. The Chinese program provides a unique immersive experience that is tailored to each child’s background and ability in Chinese, from beginner to native speaker.
Classroom Environment and Facilities
Children remember 30% of what they hear, 20% of what they see, and 70% of what they do. IMS classrooms are designed to allow children to learn through doing, providing a calm, spacious environment populated with attractive and engaging Montessori learning materials. Each IMS campus has a dedicated play area and library, with the Primary Schools providing additional indoor and outdoor facilities such as specialty rooms, basketball courts, school halls, art rooms, computer rooms and music/dance studios.
High Quality Teaching Staff
International College Hong Kong
Fee
The International Montessori School (IMS) is a non-profit, dual-language (English and Putonghua Chinese) school, which caters to 750 primary and kindergarten children from over 40 countries. IMS is the only accredited Montessori primary school in Greater China.
Secondary Campus 60 Sha Tau Kok Road, Sha Tau Kok, New Territories Tel: (852) 2655 9018 Web: www.ichk.edu.hk Email: info@ichk.edu.hk
Stanley Campus (ages 3 to 12) – Opening early 2014 Entrance off Stanley Plaza, Stanley, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2566 7196
Tin Hau Campus (ages 3 to 12) 62 Tin Hau Temple Road, Tin Hau, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2156 9033
South Horizons Campus (ages 2 to 6) G/F, Blocks 23 to 23A, South Horizons, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2861 0339
Mid-Levels Campus (ages 2 to 6) M/F, 17 Po Yan Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2857 7007
Fax: (852) 2566 7188
Email: apply@montessori.edu.hk
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Tutor Time International Nursery and Kindergarten
Victoria Educational Organisation s i n c e
School Profile
Hong Kong side
Established in 1988, Tutor Time® Learning Centers is one of the largest educational service providers in USA. Tutor Time® Hong Kong was established in 2001 and operates under the policies and standards mandated by the Tutor Time® in USA. There are now six purpose built campuses flourishing in Hong Kong and Kowloon. Our campus sizes range from 8,000 to 20,000 sq. ft and feature beautiful classrooms with well-equipped learning centers, the Tutor Time® Village, a nature center, a state of the art gym, a soft playroom, amazing indoor and outdoor playgrounds and climbing walls.
Tutor Time Braemar Hill LG/F Braemar Hill Shopping Centre, 45 Braemar Hill Road, Hong Kong Tutor Time Mid Levels G/F Botanical Court, 5 Caine Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong Tutor Time WOW Central 1/F Garley Building, 45-53 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong. Tutor Time Red Hill – Tai Tam 101, 1/F Red Hill Plaza, 3 Red Hill Road, Tai Tam, Hong Kong
Award Winning Schools Center of Excellence Award 2001 - 2013
Kowloon side
Each year, the operations here are monitored and evaluated by company representatives from The United States. Since our schools' opening, we are extremely proud of the fact that they have been cited as "Centers of Excellence", attaining scores of 95% or above on the annual evaluations that also include parent and staff surveys of satisfaction.
Tutor Time Kowloon Tong No. 1 Dorset Crescent, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon Tutor Time WOW No. 9 Suffolk Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon
School Profile Tel: (852) 2529 1833 Tel: (852) 2529 2288
Tel: (852) 2812 6889 Tel: (852) 2813 2688
VEO has been providing high quality childhood education in Hong Kong. “Bilingual Learners Today, World Citizens Tomorrow – Love to Read, Eager to Inquire, Learn to Care” is the school motto. VEO implements a bilingual co-class teaching approach, and through a total immersion programme with trilingual learning environment and activities, children’s bi-literacy and tri-lingual abilities are strengthened. Through inquiry-based learning, children will develop into caring life-long learners with a global vision.
Vision To develop innovative learning and teaching environments that foster teachers' professionalism and help children reach their full potential.
Tel: (852) 2573 9188
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International Baccalaureate recognition Causeway Bay Victoria Kindergarten, Causeway Bay Victoria International Kindergarten, Victoria (Belcher) Kindergarten and Victoria (Homantin) International Nursery are authorized IB World Schools. They provide IB education (Primary Years Programme) for students.
Campuses Upper Kornhill Middle Kornhill Lower Kornhill Causeway Bay Harbour Heights South Horizons Belcher Homantin Harbour Green
Tel: (852)2513 1208 Tel: (852)2885 1888 Tel: (852)2885 3331 Tel: (852)2578 9998 Tel: (852)2571 3456 Tel: (852)2580 8633 Tel: (852)2542 7001 Tel: (852)2762 9130 Tel: (852)2885 1928
Age of students Playgroup (8 months - 3 years) Pre-Nursery Class (2 – 3 years) Nursery Class (3 – 4 years) Lower Class (4 – 5 years) Upper Class (5 -6 years)
Tel: (852) 2529 1188
Streams
The List Readers’ Choice Awards 2012
Trilingual (English/Putonghua/Cantonese) Bilingual (English/Putonghua)
Readers of The List magazine have voted Tutor Time as the best education provider in Hong Kong.
Email: enquiry@victoria.edu.hk
The innovative Curriculums Age specific fully immersion bi-lingual (English and Mandarin) program for 6 months to 6 years old children.
www.victoria.edu.hk
We are the first preschool from USA to successfully implement a full immersion bilingual (English & Mandarin) program in Hong Kong. Our outstanding age-specific programs, play places and personal spaces, shaped by our proprietary StartSmart™and LifeSmart™ curriculums and dedication to the whole child, focus on meeting each and every child's developmental needs. Extra-curricular activities include piano lessons, dance, gymnastics and kung-fu.
Path to primary schools
Each year, Tutor Time® graduates are accepted into top local and international primary schools in Hong Kong, including CIS, GSIS, ISF, DGS, DBS, FIS and HKIS.
Fax: (852) 2507 5445 Email: info@tutortime.com.hk
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Yew Chung International School
Victoria Shanghai Academy 19 Shum Wan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
School Profile VSA, a private independent school, was the first “through-train” IB world school in Hong Kong to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). In 2012, the school became a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS). In 2013, for the third year in a row a student at VSA achieved a full score of 45 points in the IB diploma, with a much higher percentage of students achieving scores over 40, as well as 100% pass rate and 100% university placements. All the results are well above the world average.
School Vision
A student-centred community of academic and personal excellence, combining international perspectives and Chinese heritage.
Facilities
VSA has a state-of-the-art campus on a site of 400,000 square feet in area, conveniently located at Shum Wan overlooking Aberdeen Harbour. Facilities on the campus include purpose built, well–furnished classrooms, science laboratories, a humanities room and a language room. We boast a spacious multi–purpose school hall, and an outdoor amphitheater. There are ample sports facilities, such as an indoor swimming pool, ball courts, a running track, a soccer pitch, and a sports center and gymnasium. An art floor houses the auditorium, orchestra and choir practice rooms, art, dance and drama studios, a campus TV room, and a fully-equipped Design and Technology Room. The secondary and primary libraries are situated in an independent block on the campus and provide an ideal learning environment, with excellent technology resources, as well as a large collection of books.
Features
• Celebration of Chinese Culture through embracing an international perspective • A commitment to develop well-rounded individuals and global citizens, inspire students to be ‘Bilingual Learners Today and World Citizens Tomorrow’ • A primary school bi-lingual programme with a Chinese teacher (Putonghua speaking) and English teacher in each classroom • A number of scholarships that recognize distinction in different areas of school life, including academic excellence, international mindedness, commitment to service, and achievement in the sports and arts arenas
3 To Fuk Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
School Profile
Curriculum
International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (Y1-Y5) (6-11 years) The IB PYP at VSA is an inquiry-based approach to learning which focuses on the development of the whole child. The bilingual curriculum, with its high expectations particularly in Mathematics, Chinese and English, requires children to think critically and reflectively. Two teachers in each classroom support the students’ learning in English and Putonghua. Students are continually assessed against rigorous standards and encouraged to become balanced and responsible learners. The Learner Profile guides students to develop the attributes which will help them become life-long learners and global citizens. Middle Years Programme (Y6-Y10) (11-15 years) The IB MYP at VSA is a rigorous 5-year curriculum that consists of a comprehensive and thorough study of various disciplines for students aged 10-16. The programme is based upon three fundamental concepts - to develop holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. The learning objectives focus on the students’ conceptual understanding, and acquisition of skills, all of which will enhance the application of learning for life. IB Diploma Programme (Y11-Y12) (15-17 years) The IB DP is a 2-year curriculum that provides a balance of academic breadth and depth, and is assessed by rigorous internal coursework and external examination. The basis of the diploma is to promote the holistic development of the student – physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically. Thus, in conjunction with a challenging and comprehensive education in the classroom, the IB DP also encourages individual responsibility to the community and self and supports international awareness that will help prepare the student for University studies and beyond.
Fees (2013/14)
Primary Years Programme: Middle Years Programme: Diploma Programme:
HK$95,000 per annum HK $108,320 - HK$110,820 per annum HK $137,250 per annum
Founded in 1932, Yew Chung has been providing quality bilingual education to the learners of Hong Kong for over 80 years. Originally specialising in Early Childhood Education, Yew Chung International School (YCIS) now provides education from early childhood through primary and secondary culminating in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Today YCIS has expanded beyond Hong Kong, and is now established in Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing, Qingdao in China and Silicon Valley in the United States, with a total student enrolment of over 6,000.
Global Education in YCIS YCIS offers the unique richness and diversity of both Eastern and Western cultures that equip children to be bilingual, global-minded, competitive, appreciative and caring global citizens. Students are nurtured in a multicultural environment with a fully rounded and balanced education which transforms them into global thinking individuals.
Integrating East and West
YCIS combines the best of Eastern and Western cultures by promoting fluency in two major world languages, creating a truly bilingual learning environment, providing courses of study in Eastern and Western philosophy. The integration of Eastern and Western cultures is also achieved through the Co-Principals and Co-Teaching models. Two Co-Principals, one Western and one Chinese, serve as partners in the operations and administration of the school. In addition, two fully-qualified teachers, one Western and one Chinese, together plan lessons and conduct classes in the ECE and Primary School, and provide excellent role models who respect and value one another’s culture.
YCIS Education Programme YCIS’s international curriculum is based on the framework and schemes of work from The National Curriculum for England (NCE). It is a research based curriculum that allows high standards and ease of transition for international students who move from one country to another.
Age of Students Early Childhood Education Primary School (Year 1 – 6) Secondary School (Year 7 – 9) IGCSE (Year 10 – 11) IB Diploma (Year 12 – 13)
International Recognition YCIS – Secondary is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as an IB World School and authorised as an accredited Cambridge International Examination (CIE) Centre.
Highlight of YCIS Global Education • Bilingual programme and multicultural environment will give your
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child the global mindset and intercultural competence they need for the 21st century. Unique Co-Teaching and Co-Principals models help students to learn two cultures and give equal emphasis to both English and Chinese. This leads to fluency in two major world languages and readiness to interact with people from all over the world. YCIS integrates Character Formation programmes into our curriculum, focusing on developing positive qualities and good moral character. Strong music programme enhances children’s reasoning skills, develops patience, concentration, coordination and self-discipline. English Intensive Programme (EIP) ensures high level of English for all students, from all linguistic backgrounds. YCIS maintains 100% university placement with students admitted to top universities in Hong Kong and overseas.
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Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong
The Woodland Group of Schools Limited
88 Siena Avenue, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Suite 2405 Universal Trade Centre, 3-5A Arbuthnot Road, Central, Hong Kong
School Profile For over 35 years Woodland has set the standard in Hong Kong for quality pre-school education. With ten schools, Woodland offers classes for children aged from twelve months to six years. Seven of our pre-schools use ‘Traditional’ teaching methods in line with the UK National Curriculum’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). These schools are fully accredited by the Pre-School Learning Alliance, London. Three of our pre-schools offer ‘Montessori’ teaching methods that are fully approved and accredited by the Montessori Centre International (London).
Special Features / Amenities List of Woodland Schools Tai Tam Montessori
Tel: 2525 1655
Repulse Bay Montessori
Tel: 2803 1885
Mid Levels Montessori
Tel: 2549 1211
Peak Pre-School
Tel: 2849 6192
Repulse Bay Beachside
Tel: 2812 0274
Happy Valley Pre-School
Tel: 2575 0042
Pokfulam Pre-School
Tel: 2551 7177
Waterfall Pre-School (Pokfulam)
Tel: 2872 6138
Harbourside (Aberdeen)
Tel: 2559 1377
Sai Kung Pre-School
Tel: 2813 0290
Tel: (852) 2559 4855 Fax: (852) 2559 7162 Email: enquiry@woodlandschools.com
www.woodlandschools.com
Situated on the picturesque Lantau Island and surrounded by greenery and nature, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong’s premium suites are sanctuaries for the soul. Arranged on the top six floors, the 64 suites deliver exceptional ocean or mountain views, contemporary style, ultimate convenience and premium services, providing a welcome retreat with all the comforts of home. All 64 suites, ranging from one bedroom to three bedrooms, feature a separate lounge and bedroom, floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interior design and modern furnishings, as well as deluxe bathroom amenities. Guests can also enjoy a private spacious terrace and a sunken bath in our deluxe suites. Easily accessible to city areas by a high-speed ferry or a complimentary shuttle bus, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong suites guarantee guests a “home suite home” experience. Size Range of Units Bedrooms Minimum Period Contact Tel Email Website
48 – 145 sqm 1–3 7 nights Joanna Kan (852) 2295 8288 reservations@aubergediscoverybay.com www.aubergediscoverybay.com
The Ventris 20 Ventris Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong
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three minutes to tram station, providing convenient transportation across HK Island. Within minutes to centrally-located shopping mecca, close to Causeway Bay, and Central. Near the Happy Valley Race Course, a hub of social activities and sports events. Features one apartment per floor, with 24-hour security service and door phone for direct communication with visitors and lobby security, which allows residents a total feeling of privacy and exclusivity. Each unit is furnished with high quality, branded furniture and equipment that comes with many features and services not found in other serviced apartments. Fully-equipped kitchen featuring De Dietrich ovens, refrigerator and Meyer kitchenware. Home entertainment comprises a 40” Samsung LED iDTV connected to over 50 NOW channels with complimentary broadband and wifi access. Everyday needs are well catered for with in-door laundry facilities and the comprehensive welcome gift of White Company sanitary ware.
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Aigburth
The Johnston Suites
12 Tregunter Path, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
74-80 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Special Features / Amenities Just minutes from Central in the exclusive environment of Tregunter Path is one of Hong Kong’s finest residential apartment – Aigburth. With spectacular views of Victoria Harbour and surrounding hills, the 3,000 sq.ft. apartments offer the heights of luxurious urban living. Lush landscaped gardens and cascading waterfalls provide a retreat from city pressures. Extensive facilities include an enormous free-form swimming pool and a 35,000 sq.ft. superbly equipped clubhouse. Excellent management. Shuttle bus service to Central. Size Range of Units (GFA) (Saleable Area) Bedrooms Parking Facilities Monthly Rental Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Website
2,600 sq.ft. to 6,250 sq.ft. 1,827 sq.ft. to 4,715 sq.ft. 3-5 Covered parking spaces HK$129,000 exclusive up Kerry Real Estate Agency Limited Phoebe Au-Yeung / Clara Cheung (852) 2967 2224 / (852) 2967 2221 kerryresidence@kerryprops.com www.kerryprops.com
Branksome Crest Monthly Rental Fee Size Range of Units Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Fax Website
3A Tregunter Path, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
HK$ 36,500 up 566-1010 sq. ft The Johnston Suites Pinky Lung/Victoria Yuen 3966 0018/ 3966 0008 pinkylung@thejohnstonsuites.com victoriayuen@thejohnstonsuites.com 3966 0100 https://www.thejohnstonsuites.com/
Services & Offerings • 24-hour on-site management and security services • Wireless internet access • Twice weekly housekeeping services • Twice weekly linen and towels change • Multi-lingual guest relations staff • Regular residents’ programmes • Complimentary Continental "Grab & Go" Breakfast (Monday to Friday)
Location Occupying an enviable place in the heart of Hong Kong’s famous business and entertainment district, The Johnston Suites in Wan Chai is coveted for its location as well as its delivery of excellence. For busy executives for whom time is a premium, the serviced residence offers easy access to key business areas like Central, Admiralty and Causeway; and it is close to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai Ferry terminal and Wan Chai Waterfront business district. It is a stone’s throw away from the city’s most celebrated entertainment, shopping and dining venues.
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Apartment Features and Facilities • Air-conditioning with individually controlled thermostats • Welcome amenities • Comprehensive home entertainment system Cable network television DVD player LCD TV iPod Dock • Electronic keycard access • IDD and DID (Direct Inward Dialling local line) telephone with voice mail system • In-room personal safe • Modern and well-equipped kitchen • Steam iron and ironing board • Washing machine cum dryer • Broadband internet access • Complimentary baby cot (upon request)
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2,355 sq.ft. to 5,115 sq.ft. 1,665 sq.ft. to 3,799 sq.ft. 3-4 Covered parking spaces HK$110,000 exclusive up Kerry Real Estate Agency Limited Phoebe Au-Yeung / Clara Cheung (852) 2967 2224 / (852) 2967 2221 kerryresidence@kerryprops.com www.kerryprops.com
Special Features / Amenities Each of the typical units has 3 bedrooms with spacious Living and Dining Area incorporating a generous size balcony. All apartments are fully equipped with kitchen cabinets and electrical appliances. The clubhouse features a wide range of recreational facilities with swimming pool, all finished to the top standard. Excellent management. Shuttle bus service to Central.
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The Lily
Tavistock
129 Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong
10 Tregunter Path, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
Size Range of Units (GFA) (Saleable Area) Bedrooms Parking Facilities Monthly Rental Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Website
4,860 sq.ft. to 8,255 sq.ft. 3,838 sq.ft. to 5,254 sq.ft. 4-6 Covered parking spaces HK$240,000 exclusive up Kerry Real Estate Agency Limited Phoebe Au-Yeung / Clara Cheung (852) 2967 2224 / (852) 2967 2221 kerryresidence@kerryprops.com www.kerryprops.com
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A newly renovated prestigious development on Tregunter Path. Tavistock features a spacious living and dining area. The practical design of the apartment is also demonstrated by its large kitchen which is connected to a utility area and 2 maid’s room. The one of its kind big balcony commands a city view of Central and Victoria harbour. Individual central air-conditioning system with IQ air purifying system. Shuttle bus service to Central. A wide range of club house facilities with swimming pool shared with Aigburth.
Description
Location
Designed by Norman Foster, The Lily's sweeping curves and spectacular setting have made it an iconic landmark, with world-class facilities and services, comfortable like home, ideal for the modern family.
Life at The Lily is a world away from the frenzy of Central Hong Kong and yet just a 15 minutes drive to the heart of the Central Business District.
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1,816 to 8,000 sq ft 2-5 Serviced Apartments From HK$99,000 per month inclusive Unfurnished Apartments From HK$167,000 per month exclusive Penthouse From HK$300,000 per month inclusive Broadband, Swimming Pool, Cable TV, Business Services Center, Car Park, 24 Hours Receptionist, House Keeping, GYM, Shuttle Bus, Laundry Service (852) 2846 5777 leasing@thelily.hk http://www.thelily.com.hk
Daily maid service (except Sunday and public holidays) Bed linens to be replaced once a week and towels to be replaced two times a week Utility charges – water, electricity, gas and air-conditioning Wireless broadband internet access and local telephone calls Cable & Now TV (selective channels) Daily newspaper Bvlgari toiletries and Spa & bath accessories upon arrival Multi-lingual concierge
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• Fully equipped gymnasium • All season indoor swimming pool, children’s pool and whirlpool Jacuzzi • Outdoor and indoor children’s play area • Outdoor barbecue • Multi-function private room • Internet zone • Covered car parking spaces • Free shuttle bus service to Wanchai
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The Repulse Bay
Pacific Place Apartments Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong
Size Range of Units Monthly Rental Bedroom Units per Floor Parking Facilities Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Website
109 Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong
1,220 sq ft to 2,650 sq ft $84,000 and up one-, two-, three-bedroom suites 10 Monthly parking available at Pacific Place Swire Properties Management Limited Leasing team (852) 2844 8361 (24 hours) ppapartments@swireproperties.com www.pacificplaceapartments.com.hk
Size Range of Units Bedrooms Parking Facilities Landlord Tel Fax Email Website
Location • Pacific Place Apartments is situated in Pacific Place complex which houses three five-star hotels, a premium luxury hotel, three Grade-A office towers and a premium shopping mall • Enjoy direct links to the Admiralty MTR station, the Airport Express rail, taxi rank and private limousine drop-off point • Starstreet Precinct and Lan Kwai Fong are just a few minutes away, offering more choices for shopping and night life activities
Apartment Features • Houses 270 suites with sizes ranging from 1,220 to 2,650 sq ft, furnished with Contemporary or Oriental design theme with a choice of dark and light scheme of furniture • Enjoy breathtaking views of the tranquil greenery of Hong Kong Park and the Peak or the iconic city skyline and Victoria Harbour • Large flat screen TV and Bose surround-sound home theatre system in living room • LCD TV and Nakamichi audio system in bedroom • Over 110 local and international TV channels • Telephone lines with no charge for local calls
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• A full range of branded appliances such as microwave oven, conventional oven, dishwasher, washer-dryer, refrigerator, coffee maker and a range of crockery, glassware, tableware and utensils • Complimentary broadband internet and Wifi service
Facilities and Services
• Complimentary membership of health and leisure facilities at adjoining Conrad Hong Kong including an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour fitness center • Resident services is manned from 8am – 9pm during weekdays and 8am – 5pm during weekends and public holidays • 24-hour multilingual concierge service • Daily housekeeping service (Monday to Sunday) • 24-hour security and maintenance services • Discounted rates with Conrad Hong Kong’s 24-hour room service, business center, valet laundry and food and beverage outlets • Limousine transfers for airport and city commute
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1,735 sq ft to 5,800 sq ft (gross) with simplex and duplex units 2-6 Complimentary covered carpark The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (852) 2292 2878 / (852) 2292 2877 (852) 2812 2176 marketingtrb@peninsula.com www.therepulsebay.com
Special Features / Amenities Built on the site of the famous Repulse Bay Hotel and just 15 minutes from the city, this magnificent environment is surrounded by greenery and is just meters from the sands and serenity of the sweeping bay. The Repulse Bay offers luxurious seaview apartments, both fully serviced and unfurnished, for lease. The facility, owned by The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, and operated by The Peninsula Properties, is renowned for quality service and professional management. The Repulse Bay offers every facility for a complete lifestyle including supermarket, medical, dental and health centers, day spa, banking, lifestyle shops, pre-schools, superb restaurants and banqueting. Complimentary covered carpark, regular shuttle service and a private club with outdoor and indoor pools, tennis, squash, gymnasium, aerobics, an extensive range of classes and a cafe.
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Pacific View
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38 Tai Tam Road, Island South, HK
Guide to RELOCATION & MOVING
Special Features / Amenities With sea view and greenery views of Tai Tam Country Park, Pacific View offers a refreshing variation on modern urban living, just minutes from leisure such as Stanley Market, Stanley Beach and American Club. To ensure the best enjoyment for our tenants, Pacific View state of the art facilities include a comprehensive clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, squash and tennis Court and a children’s playground among other amenities. Size Range of Units Bedrooms
Units per Floor Parking Facilities Monthly Rental Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Website
1,906－2,054 sf (Gross)/ 1,534－1,674 sf (Saleable) 3-to 4- bedroom premises is available Rare-in-market, 4-bedroom Penthouse Sized 3,393 sf (Gross) / 2,692 sf (Saleable) is available 2 units Complimentary covered carpark HK$70,000 up Signature HomesSun Hung Kai Real Estate Agency Limited Mr. Kingsan Ho (852) 2828 8284 signaturehomes@shkp.com www.SignatureHomes.com.hk
Allied Pickfords
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Asia Pacific Properties
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Asian Tigers Mobility
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Cartus Relocation Hong Kong Limited
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Crown Relocations
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MiniCo Self-Storage
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Santa Fe Relocation Services
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UniGroup Relocation
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Education for Guide to RELOCATION & MOVING Concordia International School
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Generations Christian Education
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The Harbour School
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International College Hong Kong
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The International Montessori School
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TutorTime International Nursery and Kindergarten
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Royal Tower embracing the view of Victoria Habour and greenery views of Victoria Peak. Royal Tower is conveniently located a quick ride to Central on the dedicated shuttle. The property’s private facilities and services include a swimming pool, gym, sauna, podium garden, children’s play area and 24-hour security.
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Victoria Shanghai Academy
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Yew Chung International School
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The Woodland Group of Schools Limited
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The Royal Tower, Tower 4 of Hillsborough Court 18 Old Peak Road, Mid-levels, HK
Size Range of Units Bedrooms Units per Floor Parking Facilities Monthly Rental Leasing Agent Contact Tel Email Website
931－1,385 sf (Gross)/ 770－1,130 sf (Saleable) 2-to 3-bedroom premises available 4 units Complimentary covered carpark HK$33,000 up Signature HomesSun Hung Kai Real Estate Agency Limited Ms. Cathy Siu (852) 2828 5212 signaturehomes@shkp.com www.SignatureHomes.com.hk
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Other information Wide Range in Deluxe Leasing Portfolio
Offering more than 2 million sq.ft. luxury residential accommodation, Signature Homes portfolio is the largest in Hong Kong. All properties located in prestigious locations including Mid-Levels, Island South and the Peak, many of them are with comprehensive clubhouse facilities and proximity to the prime commercial core of city. Serviced suite hotels of Signature Homes offer top notch living
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including Four Seasons Place in Central providing 519 serviced suites, and The HarbourView Place, sister project atop Kowloon Station offering 266 quality suites. Vega Suites in Kowloon east is Signature Homes’ latest serviced suite project, and provides 176 suites. To find out more, please visit our website: www.SignatureHomes.com.hk
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Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong
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The Ventris
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The Johnston Suites
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Aigburth (Kerry Real Estate Agency Limited )
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Branksome Crest(Kerry Real Estate Agency Limited )
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Tavistock
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The Lily
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Pacific Place Apartments
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The Repulse Bay
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Pacific View
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The Royal Tower, Tower 4 of Hillsborough Court
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