For a one-of-a-kind tour of the "Paris of the East," the "Presidential Bike Pack" package at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is extended with additional enhancements creating an unforgettable Shanghai experience.

The highlight of the package remains a unique city tour on General Manager Mark DeCocinis' motorcycle.  Mr. DeCocinis reveals his favourite city spots, from a vantage point few tourists will ever experience, to sidecar passengers on his limited edition Chang Jiang 750cc motorcycle - a replica of the 1938 BMW R-71.  Additionally, guests are seated on leather seats newly upholstered by renowned Italian designer Stefano Ricci; who has upholstered and designed the Lamborghini Diablo's interior with a range of unique features.

Other new package additions effective February 1 include:

• A police escort upon arrival through the city to the hotel.
• Unique Stefano Ricci leather jackets personally conceptualised and designed by the guests.  Made to measure, the jackets can be personalised with a choice of colours, collars, buttons, zips and other accents to suit the guests' taste.
• Candlelight dinner specially created by Angelo Sabatelli, Michelin-star chef of the new Italian restaurant, Palladio.  This is complemented by an exclusive selection of wines.
• A framed photograph, photo album and serialised certificate of participation as mementos of the motorcycle tour.
• A set of personalised postcards.
• A personalised Chinese name seal.
• A chocolate motorcycle carving.

Existing package elements include:

• A choice of two-bedroom Presidential Suites - The Greenberg Suite, home to President Bill Clinton during his 1998 Shanghai visit, or The Portman Suite.  This includes access to The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, where five daily food and beverage presentations await.
• Round trip Mercedes Benz limousine airport transfer.
• Tickets for the famous Shanghai Centre Theatre acrobatic performance.
• A 1993 bottle of Taittinger champagne presented with a set of Baccarat crystal champagne glasses in a handsome box.
• Exclusive Bvlgari amenities upon arrival.

Police Escort And Personalised Stefano Ricci Leather Jackets Highlight Extension Of The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai "Presidential Bike Pack"

The Portman Suite features a contemporary Western design with refined timber finishes, modern Italian furnishings and a collection of contemporary Chinese art.  Chinese art and artefacts in the Greenberg Suite reflect turn of the century Shanghai design with colonial references.

For a two-night stay, the "Presidential Bike Pack" is US$18,000 for two guests and US$6,000 for an additional guest.  Subsequently, the stay is extended at US$2,500 per night for two guests and US$500 per night for the extra guest.  The package is based on availability and rates are subject to 15 percent service charge.

The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is the focal point of Shanghai Centre, a retail, dining and entertainment complex on the famous Nanjing Road in the heart of the city.  Services and facilities include six restaurants and lounges serving Chinese, Italian, Japanese and Western favourites; an extensive health club with swimming pool, gym, indoor tennis court, squash and racquetball courts; and 24-hour business centre.

For more information or reservations, please call a travel professional; toll free from China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand by dialling the international access code followed by (800) 241-33333; the hotel directly at telephone (86-21) 6279-8888, facsimile (86-21) 6279-8887; or visit The Ritz-Carlton web site at www.ritzcarlton.com.