Rezidor opens first property in Spain The Rezidor Hotel Group today opens the first property in Spain: The Radisson SAS El Marques Resort & Spa in Mijas adds 105 suites to the company's portfolio - between 2007 and 2009, Rezidor will open 20.000 new rooms in total. Located in the exclusive urban development “Mijas Golf” between Marbella and Málaga, the brand new first-class and full-service resort is a perfect holiday destination for golfers, families and couples seeking relaxation at the prestigious Costa del Sol with more than 300 days of sunshine per year. The hotel is owned by the Mijas Hill Development S.A. and operated by Rezidor's franchise partner Hoteles, Ocio y Restauracion, S.A. The Radisson SAS El Marques Resort & Spa features 105 luxury and contemporary designed suites with one, two or three bedrooms (55 to 156 square meters), a fully equipped kitchenette and a private terrace or balcony. Guests also benefit from additional services such as free high speed internet access, flat screen television, air condition and 24-hour room service. At the signature restaurant “Scratch”, Executive Chef Alvaro Garces offers a fine gourmet cuisine with a Mediterranean touch - based on fresh seasonal products and playing with flavors, aromas and textures. The menus are accompanied by excellent regional and international wines. The Radisson Super Breakfast Buffet is served at the restaurant “Itaca”, and the “Albatros” Snack Bar as well as the Pool Bar “The Pergola” complete the F&B concept. Besides one indoor pool and two outdoor pools, the spa on 600 square meters is the resort's heart. Wellness enthusiasts can relax in a Finnish sauna, a Turkish bath and in whirlpools - refresh themselves in an ice basin and under the ice fountain, experience the Pilates studio and the gym with beautiful views or simply enjoy a massage or beauty treatment. Golfers may know the Costa del Sol as “Costa del Golf”, with more than 40 courses which belong to the best of the world. Tee times can be arranged at the reception, and guests also benefit from reduced greenfees. And for those coming to the Radisson SAS El Marques Resort & Spa for business, the hotel offers a fully equipped business center including two meeting rooms which can also be booked for private lunches or dinners. Facts & Figures: Property: Radisson SAS El Marques Resort & Spa Rooms: 105 Between 2007 and 2009, Rezidor will open 20.000 new rooms. For further information, please contact: The Rezidor Hotel Group Media relations Scandinavia: Kristina Windset, +46 70 590 86 38, kristina.windset@rezidor.com Other media and Investor relations: Christiane Reiter, +32 474 407 210, christiane.reiter@rezidor.com The Rezidor Hotel Group is one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the world. The group features a portfolio of 288 hotels in operation and under development with more than 59,800 rooms in 47 countries (as per March 31, 2007). Rezidor operates the brands Radisson SAS Hotels & Resorts, Regent International Hotels, Park Inn and Country Inns & Suites in Europe, Middle East and Africa, along with the goldpoints plusSM loyalty programme for frequent hotel guests. Rezidor has signed a worldwide license agreement with the Italian fashion house Missoni, in order to develop and operate a lifestyle hotel brand of the same name: Hotel Missoni. In November 2006, Rezidor was listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. With 41,7%, Carlson Companies is currently the main shareholder. The Corporate Office of the Rezidor Hotel Group is based in Brussels, Belgium. For more information on Rezidor, visit www.Rezidor.com