Hey Folks!

I need to be in Beijing next month and wondering if any travel gurus have a distinctly favored hotel there. I haven't stayed at an SPG hotel in Beijing previously, but the St. Regis looks OK. Of course, if anyone knows of a better non-SPG hotel that they emphatically recommend, I'd appreciate the heads-up! Also, I'm expected to bring back some thoughtful (i.e. many) gifts for the blond. Can anyone recommend the best shopping center, or will the hotel concierge be best for advice?

Thanks in advance!


Barry