Marco Polo Hotels announces the appointment of Mr. David Sproul as General Manager of Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing, effective from 25 October 2007.

Mr. David Sproul is a graduate of the Hotel Management School at Strathclyde College, Glasgow, Scotland. Recognized as an industry expert, he has opened and managed a number of hotels in Shanghai, Beijing and Dongyang. His background also includes a wealth of experience in food & beverage operations and development for various hotel management companies as well as a restaurant group in Hong Kong. His international experience includes assignments in China, Vietnam, Australia, Egypt and the Philippines.

A mere 1000 meters from the 2008 Beijing National Main Stadium, the recently opened Marco Polo Parkside offering 315 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. The hotel features a wide variety of food & beverage options including Marco Polo’s Café Marco, a Chinese Restaurant and a spectacular lobby lounge featuring the finest in designer coffees and exotic teas as well as nightly entertainment. The Lifestyle Club - Club S – an exclusive private membership Leisure/Fitness Club & Spa (also open to hotel guests) is a welcoming haven for both the business travelers and sophisticated local residents seeking a truly unique experience.

The abundance of banquet space will accommodate the most demanding of meeting planners and provide a venue for meetings, functions and social events.