Beijing Olympic Games 2008

2008 Olympic Games in Beijing - Games of the XXIX Olympiad

The number 8 is considered lucky in China, so the 2008 Games opening ceremony begins at 8:08:08pm on 8 August 2008. The Olympics then run until 24 August.

The 2008 Paralympic Games will be held in Beijing from 6 to 17 September 2008.

See The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.

Watching the Olympic Games in Australia

The time zone in Beijing (China Standard Time) is +8 GMT, which is the same time zone as Perth and two hours behind the eastern states (+10). This will mean Australians can see a lot of the big events on prime time television.

• If you're thinking of upgrading your home entertainment equipment before the Olympics, have a look at OO Overstock Outlet Company for brand-name equipment with large discounts off the retail price including big flat screen and hi-def TVs, digital set top boxes, and DVD players & recorders.
   
• For office and home celebrations see Party Products Australia's range of Australian party decorations or Yardgames for outdoor and giant team games to create some sporting excitement of your own.
   
• For your own office games, see:
  • Cool Things is all about the latest cool gadgets, gizmos & gifts that make you say "That's Cool".
    • Flying Things
    • Things for Play
    • Games and Puzzles
    • Tech Gifts and Gadgets
    • Remote Controlled
       
  • Latest Buy is an online gift store specialising in a range of quirky and fun novelty gifts and gadgets for the home and office. See:
    • Office Fun
    • Sports and Outdoors
    • Puzzles and Games
    • Gadgets and Gizmos

Hotels, Accommodation, and Tours in Beijing

Accommodation will be difficult to get in Beijing during the Olympic Games so get in early.

• See BCL Travel & Tours in China for links to hotels and backpackers accommodation in China, and tours and travel packages including airport transfers.
• See also travel insurance.

What's on around Australia and New Zealand

• Brisbane and Queensland events, public and school holidays in August. See Brisbane attractions including cinemas, concerts and festivals, exhibits and galleries, theatre and tours. See also events on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast & North Queensland.
   
• Canberra and ACT events, public and school holidays in August. See Canberra attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
   
• Darwin and Northern Territory events, public and school holidays in August. See Darwin attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
   
• Hobart and Tasmania events, public and school holidays in August. See Hobart attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
   
• Melbourne and Victoria events, public and school holidays in August.  See Melbourne attractions including local activities, cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
   
• Perth and Western Australia events, public and school holidays in August. See Perth attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours.
   
• Sydney and New South Wales events, public and school holidays in August. See Sydney attractions including local activities, cinema, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatre and tours.
   
• New Zealand events, public and school holidays in August. See New Zealand experiences including day tours, rail tours and package tours.