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Tuesday, March 20 marks the first day of spring and the start of one of Washington, DC's largest and most anticipated seasonal alamo coupon code car rental celebrations the Annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Many area hotels are offering alamo coupon code car rental Cherry Blossom bundles that include discounts, transportation passes, and fun extras. We've got our top five cherry-picked packages, just don't wait to make reservations as hotels do sell out.
Each spring, the city bursts with sweetly alamo coupon code car rental fragrant alamo coupon code car rental blossoms and teems with travelers eager to sample the capitol's cultural goodies. This year is the 100th anniversary of the festival, which commemorates the gift of 3,000 cherry trees bestowed to the United States by Japan in 1912 as a sign of continuing friendship between the two nations. As part of the centennial, the 2012 festival has been extended to five weeks (March 20 April 27) of concerts, art exhibits, craft projects, parades, and cruises.
This upscale hotel, alamo coupon code car rental a Fodor's Choice selection, offers year-round luxury to its guests, with an intimate fireplace-themed design and ample amenities. This year, the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown has a Cherry Blossom alamo coupon code car rental getaway package that's perfect for couples with a one-bedroom suite. Explore the festival with a one-day guided bicycle tour along the Georgetown Waterfront to the Tidal Basin, a must-see stop as cherry blossom central. After a day pedaling alamo coupon code car rental through the city, relax with cherry-chocolate s'mores and cherry infused cocktails in front of the hotel's fireplace before sitting down to dinner for two cherry inspired, of course at the hotel's Degrees Bistro.
This centrally-located hotel , another Fodor's Choice pick, features modern and eclectic design elements alongside historic architecture. alamo coupon code car rental As part of their Blossoms and Bubbles package this year, you can enjoy deluxe accommodations and some family-oriented alamo coupon code car rental perks. Upon arrival, kids get a fun bubble toy, while later that night adults can enjoy some complimentary sake at the hotel's hosted evening Wine Hour. Complimentary hand-crafted cherry blossom artisan soap makes a nice memento. Plus each day, you'll receive a $30 credit good toward parking or dining.
alamo coupon code car rental A favorite of heads of state, the Madison Hotel has a downtown location that provides easy access to historic sites and the White House . As part of their Cherry Blossom Bundle , enjoy free parking, a cherry blossom amenity in your room, and breakfast for two each morning before heading out to enjoy the day's activities. You'll leave the hotel equipped with complimentary survival packs stuffed with festival essentials sunscreen, chapstick, maps and information guide, disposable camera, snacks, bottled water, and up to four one-day Metro passes.
Another Fodor's Choice hotel, the Hay-Adams boasts a lineage of famous guests of the political and non-political persuasions, many of whom were surely drawn by its fabulous views of Lafayette Square, the Washington Monument , and the White House. Guests who purchase the Cherry Blossom Festival package (minimum two-night stay) will receive a complimentary breakfast for two in the Lafayette Dining Room. Armed with your free commemorative tote bag and information packet, you'll be ready to hit the streets in search of the best blooms. Ask the staff about their Special Picnic Lunch, which is perfect for enjoying on the picturesque Tidal Basin.
Get a taste of urban nightlife in this club-like Capitol Hill hotel . Though it may be a little cool outside for the rooftop lounge, guests can enjoy the outdoors via iPods loaded with walking tour information. As part of the Cherry Blossom Getaway Package , take home a commemorative cherry blossom branch (a souvenir you won't be able to snag yourself per the National Park Service). Other free goodies include a box of cherry blossom-inspired alamo coupon code car rental chocolates, picnic treats from Art and Soul Restaurant, and free Metro passes.
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