As visitors head to Washington , DC this summer to see the city's newest attraction, the National World War II Memorial, hotels throughout the capital region will offer special rates and added incentives. Through " America Celebrates the Greatest Generation" packages, summer visitors can take advantage of the World War II-themed programming while saving on accommodations at a wide range of properties.

The summer promotional packages are available exclusively through the Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation by calling 1-800-422-8644, ext. 1945 or by booking online at www.americasgreatestgeneration.com . Visitors who purchase " America Celebrates the Greatest Generation" packages will receive:

A special limited edition DVD of Steven Spielberg's Academy Award-winning Saving Private Ryan (while supplies last).
An official guide to all " America Celebrates the Greatest Generation" events.
Participating hotels and featured offers include:

Capital Hilton: To commemorate the end of WWII, guests will receive a special $19.45 credit towards Twigs, the hotel's restaurant, as well as a free Metro pass. Rates start at $125.

Carlyle Suites Hotel: Includes accommodations and free breakfast for two, starting at $99 per night.

The Churchill Hotel: The Metro Tour DC package includes one night accommodation for two with full American breakfast, Metro passes and cookies & milk. Rates start at $139 per night.

Fairmont Washington, D.C.: The Patriot Package includes overnight accommodations, two Tourmobile tickets for a hop-on, hop-off tour of the new World War II Memorial, along with the other famous monuments and memorials of the city, a star-spangled welcome gift, and a full American breakfast, starting at $160 per night.

Four Seasons Hotel: Summer promotional rates start at $299 per night, including full breakfast for two.

Georgetown Suites: Discounted rates start at $135 per night, including complimentary continental breakfast daily, free parking, free local calls, and 2 for 1 dining coupons valid at select Georgetown restaurants.

Grand Hyatt Washington : Hotel accommodations start at $99 a night.

The Hamilton Crowne Plaza : Hotel accommodations start at $99 per night.

Hay-Adams: The "World War II Veterans Only" package includes full American breakfast for two and complimentary valet parking, beginning at $229 per night.

Henley Park Hotel: Summer packages include accommodations and free continental breakfast, starting at $99 per night.

Hilton Washington : Guests will receive a $19.45 credit towards the Capitol Caf�, the hotel's popular restaurant and a free Metro pass. Rates start at $139 per night.

Hotel George: Summer promotional rates begin at $179 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Hotel Helix: Summer promotional rates begin at $139 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Hotel Lombardy: Beginning at $145 per night, the "Memorials by Twilight" package includes complimentary 3-hour tour of the memorials at night and 2 complimentary glasses of champagne. Guests staying for 3 nights get the third night for $73.

Hotel Madera: Summer promotional rates begin at $149 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Hotel Monaco-DC: Summer promotional rates begin at $179 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Hotel Rouge: Summer promotional rates begin at $139 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Hyatt Regency Washington : The Hyatt's " Experience DC " package starts at $119 per night and includes a deluxe guest room and breakfast buffet for two.

Loews L'Enfant Plaza Hotel: Rates start at $119 per night for two double beds with free breakfast for kids under 5.

The Madison Hotel : A special promotional rate of $195 per night includes continental breakfast for two and free parking.

Mandarin Oriental Washington, DC: Seasonal rates starting at $349 includes daily American breakfast for two people, late check out until 6pm (subject to availability), complimentary extra bed for children under 12.

Marriott and Renaissance Hotels: Marriott and Renaissance Hotels in Washington , DC will be offering a special "Greatest Generation" package through the summer in commemoration of the opening of the National WWII Memorial this spring. Visit www.thegreatestgeneration.com for more information on this package that offers great rates and something special the whole family will appreciate.

Morrison Clark Inn: Deluxe accommodations starting at $99 per night. Rates include continental breakfast.

Radisson Barcel�: Weekend promotional rates begin at $109 per night, including full buffet breakfast for two and discounted parking.

Residence Inn- Thomas Circle : Marriott welcomes our veterans with a value package starting at $119 featuring suite accommodations - one king-sized bed, kitchen, and living area - and breakfast each morning.

The St. Regis Washington, D.C.: Rates starting at $149 includes a deluxe room and complimentary overnight parking.

Savoy Suites Hotel: Packages start at $99 per night, including breakfast for two, on-site garage parking and shuttle service to the Metrorail station.

Topaz Hotel: Summer promotional rates begin at $149 per night. Guests who stay two nights get a third night free.

Washington Terrace Hotel: The "Allied Package" starts at $139 per night for one room or $194 per night for two rooms, including accommodations for two in a king-size bed, complimentary parking, continental breakfast and complimentary drop off at the WWII Memorial.

Willard InterContinental Washington : The "Greatest Generation" package includes a second night or second room at special V-Day rate of $19.45, breakfast and a "Willard in the War Years" historic keepsake. The package starts at $399 per night.

For a complete listing of "America Celebrates the Greatest Generation" hotel packages and promotional offers, visit www.americasgreatestgeneration.com or call 1-800-422-8644 ext. 1945.

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