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Crowne Plaza Redondo Beach 3-star Redondo - Manhattan Beaches 300 North Harbor Drive Redondo Beach, California 90277 310-318-8888 View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Fri, Jul 25, 2008 / After 04:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sat, Jul 26, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $80.00 Subtotal: $80.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $19.10 Total Charges*: $99.10 I used your PRICELINE Link.

In DC, the date of travel, and the winning bid date were the same. I am in a different time zone, so in my time zone, it was still the day before the first night of the stay. This bid was for a 2.5* hotel for Dupont, and White House. I was upgraded from the 2.5* to the 3*. I had previously tried at amounts at $110 for 3* and 4* hotels without any success. When I checked, the 2.5* Courtyard Marriott in Dupont was $269, and the 3* Marriott Wardman was $274. Thanks for a great site. I have your PRICELINE link on the bookmarks toolbar.

I used the PRICELINE link. Marriott Washington Wardman Park 3-star Dupont Circle - Woodley Park 2660 Woodley Road Northwest Washington, District Of Columbia 20008 202-328-2000 See Hotel Website Check-In Date: Tue, Jul 22, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Thu, Jul 24, 2008 / 12:00 PM Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $125.00 Subtotal: $250.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $45.25 Total Charges*: $295.25

Smithsonian means different things to different people. For example the National Zoo, at 3001 Connecticut, NW, and the Renwick, 17th & Penn, NW, are part of the Smithsonian. On the other hand the National Gallery of Art, which is on the Mall, is not a part of the Smithsonian. The geographic area covered by the Smithsonian is quite large. You may want to narrow which of the Smithsonian museums you plan to visit. Rather than looking at Smithsonian/non-Smithsonian, the biggies for DC tourists are the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. There are lots of others, and some of the popular museums are the Spy Museum and the Newseum. You will need advance tickets for these museums at any time. When visiting DC, my current favorites are the Renwick Gallery and the National Portait Gallery. The week leading up to July 4 hosts the Smithsonian Institution Folk Life Festival on the Mall. On July 4, the Metro is so crowded, that it is very difficult to use the subway. If you are leaving the events, avoid the Smithsonian and Metro Center subway stops, and walk to Capitol South or directly back to your hotel. I'm a fan of Dupont because most of the 3* hotels are close to the Metro, and there are lots of activities in the area. A pleasant way to spend a warm summer evening, is visiting Dupont Circle and walking from Dupont to Adams Morgan. Lots to see. Don't forget a few blocks of 17th Street, NW from N to Q for good local restaurants. As part of a DC visit, you will probably want to see Georgetown, however I would avoid lodging there because the closest Metro is Foggy Bottom (Blue Line), because it is a walk from Gtown to the metro, and Foggy bottom is not on the Red Line. I prefer DCA because you can take the Metro directly from the Airport to downtown. IAD is too cumbersome to get from the Airport to downtown, and the rental car facility feels like it is in West Virgina. I think BWI has a Marc train to Union Station, but it will be a hassle. Suggestions. Don't rent a car. Don't bring a car. Don't think about using a car, except a taxi. If you have to have a car, sign up for Zipcar, which can be found all over NW DC. Some suggestions for while you are in DC. Take in a Free Concert at Tiger Hill in the National Zoo. Take a bike ride or Rollerblade on Rock Creek Park on Saturday or Sunday when the Parkway is closed. Take in a free event at the Kennedy Center. Catch a free concert on the West Lawn of the Capitol. For theater, check out Woolly Mammoth and the Studio Theater

Capital Hilton White House - Downtown 1001 16th Street NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20036 202-393-1000 Thu, Jul 10, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sun, Jul 13, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Telephone w/ voicemail Radio Alarm Clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Business services 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Bellman Concierge Fitness center access Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $80.00 Subtotal: $240.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $43.90 Total Charges*: $283.90

Hilton St. Petersburg 3-star St. Petersburg 333 First Street South Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701 727-894-5000 See Hotel Website View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Fri, Jun 6, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sun, Jun 8, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $72.00 Subtotal: $144.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $26.85 Total Charges*: $170.85

Corona Opera Hotel 3-star Opera Quarter East - Les Halles 8 Cite Bergere Paris, France +33-1 4770-5296 Check-In Date: Wed, May 28, 2008 / After 02:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sat, May 31, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote Control TV 24 hour front desk Breakfast room Bar/Lounge Direct Dial Telephone Private bath Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: US$250.00 Subtotal: US$750.00 Taxes & Service Fees: US$69.06 Total Charges: US$819.06

The Palmer House Hilton 4-star Millennium Park, Loop & Grant Park Area 17 East Monroe Street Chicago, Illinois 60603 312-726-7500 Check-In Date: Thu, May 22, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Tue, May 27, 2008 / 11:00 AM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Telephone w/ voicemail Radio Alarm Clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Business services 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Bellman Concierge Fitness center access Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $90.00 Subtotal: $450.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $80.24 Total Charges*: $530.24 Best Rate at the Hotel's web site - $199 per night

Doubletree Hotel Dallas-Campbell Centre 3-star Knox - Northpark 8250 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-691-8700 See Hotel Website View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Fri, Apr 11, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Wed, Apr 16, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $60.00 Subtotal: $300.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $55.24 Total Charges*: $355.24

Crowne Plaza Houston North-Greenspoint 3-star Houston Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 425 North Sam Houston Pkwy E Houston, Texas 77060 281-445-9000 View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Mon, Mar 10, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Tue, Mar 11, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Reservation and Billing Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $75.00 Subtotal: $75.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $20.33 Total Charges*: $95.33

Doubletree Hotel Dallas-Campbell Centre 3-star Knox - Northpark 8250 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-691-8700 See Hotel Website View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Mon, Feb 25, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Tue, Feb 26, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Reservation and Billing Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $57.00 Subtotal: $57.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $15.74 Total Charges*: $72.74 Best Rate at the Doubletree Hotel Web Site (AAA Rate) 161.45 USD 2 DOUBLE BEDS-NONSMOKING

Doubletree Hotel Dallas-Campbell Centre 3-star Knox - Northpark 8250 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-691-8700 See Hotel Website View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Tue, Feb 26, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sat, Mar 1, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Reservation and Billing Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $57.00 Subtotal: $228.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $42.91 Total Charges*: $270.91 Best Rate at the Doubletree Hotel Web Site (AAA Rate) 159.95 USD - 2 DOUBLE BEDS-NONSMOKING

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter North 3-star Perimeter 800 Hammond Drive Northeast Atlanta, Georgia 30328 404-564-3000 Wed, Feb 6, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Thu, Feb 7, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Payment Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $90.00 Subtotal: $90.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $21.04 Total Charges*: $111.04

Radisson Central Dallas 3-star Knox - Northpark 6060 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-750-6060 Check-In Date: Tue, Jan 22, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sat, Jan 26, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $45.00 Subtotal: $180.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $35.05 Total Charges*: $215.05

2.5* Holiday Inn Holidome & Conference Center Frederick 5400 Holiday Drive * I-270 & Route 85 Frederick, Maryland 21703 301-694-7500 Check-In Date: Sun, Jan 20, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Tue, Jan 22, 2008 / 11:00 AM Amenities: Business services Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Telephone w/ voicemail 24 hour front desk Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $40.00 Subtotal: $80.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $16.34 Total Charges*: $96.34 Best price at the Holiday Inn Web Site - $152.00 per night.

Hotel Palomar Washington DC, A Kimpton Hotel 4-star Dupont Circle - Woodley Park 2121 P Street Northwest Washington, District Of Columbia 20037 202-448-1800 Check-In Date: Sat, Jan 19, 2008 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sun, Jan 20, 2008 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Telephone w/ voicemail Radio Alarm Clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Business services 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Bellman Concierge Fitness center access Reservation and Billing Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $80.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $19.41 Total Charges*: $99.41 Lowest Rate at the Web site - $159.00 on this date.

Radisson Central Dallas 6060 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-750-6060 Sat, Dec 8, 2007 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sat, Dec 15, 2007 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $45.00 Subtotal: $315.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $56.40 Total Charges*: $371.40 Lowest Rate at the Radisson Web Site AAA-CAA Rate-STD $139.00 US Dollar (USD) Per night Tax excluded

Washington Marriott 3-star Georgetown - Foggy Bottom 1221 22nd St Nw Washington, District Of Columbia 20037 202-872-1500 Thu, Nov 15, 2007 / After 04:00 PM Check-Out Date: Fri, Nov 16, 2007 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $80.00 Subtotal: $80.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $18.88 Total Charges*: $98.88 Lowest Rate at Marriott.com $313.00(USD) per night AAA Rate, Deluxe Room, 1 king or 2 double beds, swimming pool, health club, HSI available. ID required.

Radisson Central Dallas 3-star Knox - Northpark 6060 N Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75206 214-750-6060 View Map and Directions Check-In Date: Tue, Nov 13, 2007 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Fri, Nov 16, 2007 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Radio Alarm Clock Business services Telephone w/ voicemail Iron and ironing board Hairdryer 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Reservation and Billing Information Reservation Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $50.00 Subtotal: $150.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $30.55 Total Charges*: $180.55 Lowest rate Listed At the Radisson Web Site AAA-CAA Rate-STD - 139.00 US Dollar (USD) Per night Tax excluded For 3 nights per room

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Dupont Circle - Woodley Park 2121 P Street Northwest Washington, District Of Columbia 20037 202-448-1800 Sat, Dec 22, 2007 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Sun, Dec 23, 2007 / 12:00 PM Amenities: Remote control TV w/ premium channels Telephone w/ voicemail Radio Alarm Clock Iron and ironing board Hairdryer Business services 24 hour front desk Restaurant Room service Bellman Concierge Fitness center access Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $75.00 Subtotal: $75.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $18.15 Total Charges*: $93.15 Hotel Palomar Rate from the Web Site Queen Deluxe Room with 1 Queen Bed Room is approximately 285 square feet. Room features a flat screen TV, DVD player, L'Occitane amenities and a gourmet honor bar. Room is Non-Smoking Rate Details $143.00

Started with 2.5 hotel for White House/Downtown. Added Georgetown/Foggy Bottom, while staying with 2.5*. There are no 2.5* hotels in Georgetown/Foggy Bottom. Priceline automatically upgraded to 3* Congratulations, you got your price of $65 for a hotel room, and we've upgraded your hotel quality level to a 3-star hotel! Renaissance M Street web site, with AAA rate is $313.00 Renaissance M Street Hotel 3-star Georgetown - Foggy Bottom 1143 New Hampshire Ave Nw Washington, District Of Columbia 20037 202-775-0800 Check-In Date: Mon, Oct 29, 2007 / After 03:00 PM Check-Out Date: Tue, Oct 30, 2007 / 12:00 PM Payment Information Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $65.00 Subtotal: $65.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $16.64 Total Charges*: $81.64 Marriott Renaissance M Street web site Quality Room 313.00(USD) per night # AAA Rate * Deluxe Room * ( 1 king, 1 queen or 2 double beds )

Marriott D.C. At Metro Center 3-star Convention Ctr - Capitol Hill Area 775 12th St Nw Washington, District Of Columbia 20005 202-737-2200 Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $160.00 Subtotal: $160.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $30.91 Total Charges*: $190.91 Rate Listed at the Marriott Metro Center web site Quality Room $429.00(USD) per night AAA Rate * Corporate Rate * Marriott Deluxe Room (1 king or 2 dbl beds) Revive Bedding Package

Renaissance Mayflower Hotel White House - Downtown 1127 Connecticut Avenue Northwest Washington, District Of Columbia 20036 202-347-3000 Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $185.00 Subtotal: $370.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $62.70 Total Charges*: $432.70 Rate Listed at the Mayflower Hotel web site $459.00(USD) per night * Rate rules # AAA Rate, Deluxe Room, 1 king or 2 double beds, progressive, classic elegance , marble bath.

JW Marriott Hotel Pennsylvania Avenue 4-star White House - Downtown 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, District Of Columbia 20004 202-393-2000 Your Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $135.00 Subtotal: $405.00 Taxes & Service Fees: $68.02 Total Charges*: $473.02 AAA Rate at Marriott.com - $239.00 per night