Accommodations

Sports Management Program attendees will enjoy a choice of accommodations:

Leisure City International Hotel, a Superior Class hotel located in the northern part of Beijing in the Chang Ping District. The hotel is part of Hot Springs Leisure City, a new resort complex that integrates ancient Chinese architectural design with supreme royal service. Conveniently close to the Green, the hotel is also within easy access of many other Beijing attractions and venues via metro. Just minutes away from the hotel is Beijing's new metro line.

Marco Polo Parkside, a Deluxe Class hotel located only 1,000 meters from the main Summer Games Stadium. The hotel has 315 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. All guest rooms are equipped with modern amenities including comlimentary broadband internet access, luxurious bathrooms with separate shower, satellite TV and state-of-the-art communication and entertainment facilities. Recreational facilities include Club S, North Beijing's most exclusive private membership club (also open to hotel guests), a fitness center, indoor glass-roofed swimming pool and an internationally renowned Spa, beauty services and hair salon.

Program Prices & Dates

On-site Services by Cartan

All Sports Managment Program travel arrangements will be managed by Cartan, an Authorized Summer Games Travel Company for thirty-one countries throughout North America, South America, and the Caribbean. The highly experienced Cartan on-site staff will ensure that your Summer Games Sports Management exeperience is pleasurable and convenient. Cartan currently operates a field office in Beijing in preparation for the 2008 Beijing Games and will provide daily on-site service for program members throughout the duration of your stay.

Hospitality & Entertainment
Sports Management Program members will enjoy access to Casa Americas, Cartan's private hospitality center to be located at the Novotel Peace Hotel in central Beijing, convenient to the venues and hotels. Enjoy light refreshments surrounded by members of thirty-one countries NOC's, including athletes, coaches, and officials.

Air Transportation
Cartan can arrange your domestic air travel to connect with your international flight to Beijing. In addition to Los Angeles and San Francisco, Cartan offers service on United Airlines from Chicago, New York, and Washington D.C. for a supplemental cost.

Pre/Post Travel Programs
Combine your visit to Beijing with an exploration of China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, or exotic Thailand. Cartan offers a comprehensive range of independent tours to be taken before or after  your Sports Management Program.