WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL Verizon Center Washington, DC October 26 - 31, 2010   Click Here to make an on-line reservation or call CONNECTIONS at 404-842-0000 HOTEL INFORMATION

MARRIOTT AT METRO CENTER - WASHINGTON DC 6 blocks to the Verizon Center $269.00* for a Standard Room Bed type not guaranteed until check-in 3-day cancellation policy The charming and inviting Marriott at Metro Center is located in the metro downtown Washington DC area. With access to the Washington Metro system adjacent to the hotel, business and leisure travelers can enjoy all the history, arts, entertainment and dining that the metro DC area has to offer. The Marriott at Metro Center recently finished a complete guest room renovation, which includes the new Marriott bedding package, Revive. In addition, all guest room furnishings offer a sleek and sophisticated design to complement any visit. All rooms and suites have Washington DC views, 300-count linens, fluffier pillows and down comforters. The Marriott at Metro Center offers an on-site fitness center and swimming pool. No pets are allowed.

HAMPTON INN - WASHINGTON DC 3 blocks to the Verizon Center $275.00* for a Standard Room Bed type not guaranteed until check-in 3-day cancellation policy The Hampton Inn - Washington DC is only 3 blocks from the Verizon Center and has many unique features and value added touches. Public facilities include an expansive lobby and breakfast area, business center, guest laundry, suite shop, exercise room and indoor pool with spa. Valet parking is available for a fee. Enjoy complimentary local calls and no surcharge for using a calling card. Guests will also enjoy the following: complimentary "On the House" hot breakfast, Hampton's On the Run breakfast bags (Monday-Friday), high speed Internet access in every room, wireless Internet access in the lobby, coffee and tea in the lobby 24 hours a day, and USA Today Monday through Friday. No pets allowed.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - CONVENTION CENTER 1 block to Verizon Center $389.00* for two double beds  RATE CHANGE: 10/25-10/27 $389.00, 10/28-10/30 $159.00, 10/31- $389.00 3-day cancellation policy Poised in bustling downtown Washington DC, the Courtyard Washington Convention Center stands as a stately testament to time. Once an architecturally splendid bank, this hotel near the Washington DC convention center now serves as a haven of relaxation -- whether you're in town to discover the sights or conduct business. Choose from 188 stunning guest rooms and suites at our downtown DC convention center hotel, combining elegance, comfort, and functionality. Business travelers will enjoy convenient access to the capital's top federal agencies near our Washington DC Marriott - which is just five blocks from the Washington Convention Center. Vacationers can explore the world-renowned museums, historic attractions, and shopping districts surrounding this premier choice of Washington DC convention center hotels. Our celebrated downtown Washington DC Marriott hotel offers the unparalleled amenities, services, and accommodations necessary for a memorable vacation.

HOTEL MONACO - WASHINGTON DC Across the street from the Verizon Center This hotel does not offer rooms with two beds $389.00* for a Deluxe Room with one queen bed $419.00* for a Monte Carlo Room with one king bed $529.00* for a Mediterranean Suite $699.00* for a Robert Mills Suite First nights' deposit taken at time of booking, ***remainder of charges for stay will be charged 14 days prior to hotel stay Any room nights cancelled within 14-days of arrival will be charged room and tax for each night cancelled $75.00 Early Departure Fee ****SPECIAL EARLY BIRD RATE***** Deluxe Room with one queen bed $289.00 Completely non-refundable after August 2 and reservation must be made by August 2 ***50% of total room and tax charged at time of booking and remaining cost is charged after August 2 This hotel is located across the street from the Verizon Center. The four-star Hotel Monaco features guest rooms set in the classic ambiance of an historic landmark. Guests are invited to indulge in their fitness center or stroll through the historic carriageway portal to the courtyard. Dine at the adjacent Poste - Moderne Brasserie. From complimentary high speed Internet access to plush terry cloth robes, from personalized wake-up calls to the complimentary evening wine reception, the offerings of Hotel Monaco Washington DC pamper guests with exemplary comfort and unparalleled service. This boutique hotel offers a restaurant and lounge, 24-hour fitness center and room service. All rooms have CD players, dual phone line, work desk, hair dryer and coffee maker. Pets are welcome at no additional charge.

HOTEL GEORGE - WASHINGTON DC 10 blocks from the Verizon Center $299.00 for a Standard Room with two double beds 72 hour cancellation policy Each night cancelled within 72-hours of arrival will result in room and tax charge Pioneer of the dramatic evolution in hotel luxury in Washington, DC, The Hotel George is a neo-stylish and ultra-modern hotel at the heart of Capitol Hill culture. The Hotel George is a hip boutique hotel for the contemporary traveler built in 1929, this historic hotel is a true icon of fashion and hospitality on the DC landscape. You’ll get a restful night’s slumber in comfortable oversized beds swathed in 300-count Egyptian cotton linens, and finished with a matching duvet cover and luxurious cashmere throw. Whether working or unwinding, guests will appreciate the five-foot, granite-topped executive desk with an ergonomically designed Keilhauer chair. The design of the room is optimized with built-in cherry wood millwork cabinets, which open to reveal a 32” plasma HD TV, closet, drawers, and honor bar. Get energized with a workout featuring state-of-the-art exercise equipment with personal TVs, a variety of free weights, cardio machines and exercise accessories, as well as men’s and women’s locker rooms, and individual steam rooms. Frequented by politicians and entertainers, the two-level Bistro Bis serves creative interpretations of classic French bistro fare in a profound contemporary environment.

RED ROOF INN - WASHINGTON DC Across the street from the Verizon Center $189.00* for a Standard Room plus a $30.00 non-refundable deposit per room per night 14-day cancellation policy   The Red Roof Inn Washington, DC Downtown features a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guestrooms offer coffeemakers, hair dryers, and TVs with premium cable channels and pay movies. The hotel offers a sauna, fitness equipment, and business services. Limited parking is available for a daily fee. The front desk is open 24-hours a day. Also on-site are valet cleaning service and coin operated guest laundry. One small pet per room is welcome.

COMFORT INN AND CONFERENCE CENTER - BOWIE, MD 15 miles to the Verizon Center $129.99* for a Standard Room 3-day cancellation policy One night's deposit charged at time of booking Rooms at the Comfort Inn and Conference Center - Bowie come equipped with a coffee maker, hair dryer and ironing board in every room. A full-service restaurant and lounge are located in the hotel as well as a fitness center and an outdoor seasonal pool. The hotel also features wireless, high-speed Internet access, free local calls; plenty of free parking and a complimentary, deluxe Continental breakfast. Guest laundry is available for a fee. Pets under 30 pounds are welcome in smoking rooms for a nightly charge of $15.

RADISSON HOTEL - LARGO, MD 12 miles to the Verizon Center $139.00* for a Standard Room 3-day cancellation policy The Radisson Hotel - Largo is located just outside of DC in suburban Maryland. In-room amenities include coffee maker, hair dryer, iron & board, remote control TV, pay per view, playstation games, and voice mail. The Radisson Hotel - Largo offers a restaurant and lounge for dinner and cocktails. This hotel features a heated indoor pool, sauna and 24-hour fitness center. Valet dry cleaning and laundry is available Monday - Friday. Pets are welcome with a $200.00 deposit. The Radisson Hotel - Largo also offers free parking.

TOWNEPLACE SUITES - BOWIE, MD 15 miles to the Verizon Center Studio Room with one Queen bed, sitting area and full kitchen- $139.00* for 1 - 4 nights, $119.00* for 5 - 10 nights and $94.00* for 11+ nights Studio Room with convertible sofa, Queen bed, sitting area, and full kitchen- $149.00* for 1 - 4 nights, $124.00* for 5 - 10 nights and $104.00* for 11+ nights  3-day cancellation policy Just a short distance from the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bowie you'll find the Bowie Town Center and The Shops at Bowie Town Center, Bowie State University, Bowie Baysox Stadium, The Prince Georges Equestrian Center, Six Flags America, IRS and Computer Science Corporation. All rooms feature separate  living room and sleeping areas, fully-equipped kitchens, large work areas and free, high-speed Internet access. There is an on-site guest laundry, exercise room and an outdoor pool. Pets are allowed with a $100 non-refundable per fee.

HAMPTON INN - BOWIE, MD 10 miles to the Verizon Center $129.00* for a Standard Room with one King bed $139.00* for a Standard Room or two Double beds 3-day cancellation policy The Hampton Inn - Bowie is located 15 minutes east of Washington D.C. Each guest will find guestrooms equipped with large work station desks with ergonomic chair, two telephones with datapaorts, voice mail, club chair or recliner, mini-refrigerator, in room coffee maker, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer. Hotel amenities include a hot, complimentary deluxe Continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access, on-site fitness center, safe deposit box, free local calls, free parking, premium cable channels including HBO, pay per view movies and Nintendo Games. Guest laundromat and rollaway beds are available for a nominal fee. Pets are allowed at no additional charge.

SLEEP INN - UPPER MARLBORO, MD 10 miles to the Verizon Center $99.00* for a Standard Room 3-day cancellation policy The Sleep Inn -  Upper Marlboro is less than two miles from Interstate 495, also known as the Capital Beltway. All spacious guest rooms feature refrigerators, curved shower rods, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards and cable television. Some rooms include sofa sleepers and whirlpool bathtubs. Handicap accessible and non-smoking rooms can be requested. Hotel amenities include a free, deluxe Continental breakfast, free wireless high-speed Internet access and an on-site exercise room. There are several restaurants, cocktail lounges and entertainment venues nearby. No pets allowed.

FOREST HILLS MOTEL / EXECUTIVE INN AND SUITES- UPPER MARLBORO, MD 12 miles to the horse show $83.00* for a Standard Room 3-day cancellation policy The Executive Inn and Suites hotel is ideally located less than two miles from Showplace Arena and a few minutes from Six Flags America. The University of Maryland, Washington DC and The National Harbor are about twenty minutes away. The hotel offers easy access to these and many other destinations for the family. Guest rooms have either one king or two queen beds. Pets are allowed for a fee of $5.00 per night with a maximum of $30.00 per stay.

*Please note rates do not include tax and additional guest charges may apply