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November 13, 2009

DC Hotels Offer Inspiring Themed Packages this Fall and Winter

Be a Weekend Warrior
As the blockbuster exhibition, Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor, makes its final U.S. stop at the National Geographic Museum in DC, city hotels are offering themed packages through Destination DC’s “Weekend Warriors” promotion. Travelers who book two-night hotel packages at Washington.org enjoy exclusive access to any-day, any-time tickets to see the exhibition, tips for tackling DC’s powerful lineup of fall and winter events, plus complimentary breakfast for two or valet parking. Stays must be Friday – Sunday or Saturday – Monday. Participating hotels include The Willard InterContinental, the Madison Hotel, Capitol Hill Suites, L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, the Fairmont Washington, D.C. and more. For more information, visit weekendwarriorsdc.com, and rates start as low as $103/night.

“The Lost Symbol” Hotel Packages
Best-selling author Dan Brown casts a light on DC’s power and intrigue in his newest thriller, “The Lost Symbol.” And DC hotels are capitalizing on the book’s popularity by offering themed hotel packages. Participating hotels include all of DC’s Kimpton properties, the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown and The Dupont Hotel, which is featuring an uber-luxe “Ultimate Lost Symbol” package priced at $5,999. It features luxury amenities including a private airport transfer, a new Samsung digital camera, two Burberry scarves, and more. For more information, and tips on how to plan your own Dan Brown-inspired DC getaway, visit washington.org/lostsymbol.

Holiday Hotel Splendor
DC hotels are also offering many options to travelers seeking a festive holiday season this year. Consider the “Holiday Value Package,” offered at The St. Gregory Hotel & Suites and the Beacon Hotel, The package offers 10% off a one-night stay, 15% off a two-night stay or 20% off a three-night stay. A 15% dining discount at the hotel restaurant is also included, in addition to 50% off daily parking fees when you park and ride with Metro.

 The Park Hyatt Washington celebrates the season with a “Comfort and Joy Winter Package” (rates from $349/night) which includes a complimentary upgrade to a Park Deluxe room based on availability; a pot of rare or vintage tea from the Park Hyatt’s Tea Cellar; complimentary parking for the length of stay as well as fresh hot cocoa and baked cookies for children. This package runs from Nov. 30 through Feb. 28, 2010.

And for a taste of classic luxury, consider the tucked-away Ritz-Carlton Georgetown’s (starting from $354/night) “Monumental Moments Holiday Package,” which includes overnight guest room accommodations; breakfast for two; a complimentary bottle of champagne; overnight valet parking; homemade Ritz-Carlton cookies; and a keepsake picture frame. The package is offered through Dec. 31. For reservations, call (202) 263-6338.