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Visit the Capital for 4 Days/3 Nights at any Ritz-Carlton in the Washington DC Area

Visit the Capital for 4 Days/3 Nights at any Ritz-Carlton in the Washington DC Area

Item Number
CMP-360
Estimated Value
4000 USD
Opening Bid
2433 USD

Item Description

As capital cities go, Washington, D.C. is one of the very best. George Washington himself was responsible for the design of the city; it was he who hired the French architect Pierre Charles L?Enfant to create its physical layout. Washington is a city built on hills, and L?Enfant chose the two highest for the location of two of the most important buildings. Jenkins Hill became the site of what L?Enfant referred to as ?the Congress House? and a mile and a half away, he located the ?President?s Palace? ? the White House. There?s no shortage of great places to visit ? the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial, the Smithsonian and the National Gallery are among the best.

On the subject of the best, there are four Ritz-Carltons in the Washington area. Located right in the city, The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. is known locally for having one of the best restaurants in Washington, The Grill. The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown is located in the fashionable Georgetown district. The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson?s Corner is Northern Virginia?s best address. Each of the three is a AAA Five-Diamond hotel. Just across the Potomac in Virginia, The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City recently underwent an extensive renovation, making it even grander than it has been. No matter which Ritz-Carlton you choose, you?re in for a rare treat.

Your stay includes daily complimentary breakfast for two, all applicable room taxes and travel for 2 in Coach Class on American Airlines or United Airlines.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Passengers may earn miles with their flight. Any airport or security taxes are the responsibility of the passenger. Class of airline service may not be upgraded. Routing is determined by the airline. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. All reservations are subject to availability. Travel packages are non-refundable. The airline used will be determined by the best routing for your geographic location. Hotel and air certificates may be used at other locations in the same category.

UNITED AIRLINES: A 14-day advance reservation and Saturday night stay is required. Blackout dates:
2007 Jan 1-3, Apr 5-9, Nov 20-25, Dec 20-25, Dec 30-31
2008 Jan 1-3, Mar 20-24, Nov 25-30, Dec 20-25, Dec 30-31

AMERICAN AIRLINES: A 7-day advance reservation is required; a two-night stay or a Saturday night stay is required. Blackout dates: none.

American Airlines is a registered trademark of American Airlines, Inc.