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May 14, 2012
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May 3, 2012

When you register for the event, you room under the PARTNERS room block. Reserved at a special rate for your convenience, room blocks will help you maximize your full-conference benefits. Hotel room blocks are available to conference attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gaylord National Resort
Just minutes outside of Washington, DC, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers visitors to the Capital region everything they are looking for in a vacation, weekend getaway, business trip or just a night out. Discover our first-class destination with fun for everyone, including fine dining and casual restaurants, unique shopping experiences, an indoor pool, and a 20,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. And for late-night excitement, an express elevator speeds you to the two-story rooftop Pose Ultra Lounge.
Atrium Room (Rate: $299 + sales tax)
Our atrium-view rooms offer guests an immersing perspective of our signature, soaring 18-story glass atrium, complete with vibrant indoor gardens, flowing waterways, and a colonial street-front atmosphere of shopping, dining and fun. Loaded with standard amenities, rich décor, and equipped with a full-sized balcony or bay windows overlooking this scenic vista, guests can relax in the climate-controlled Potomac oasis, or enjoy a breathtaking view of our very own city under glass.
Standard Room (Rate: $259 + sales tax)
Luxurious guest rooms blend classical design and residential comfort, with custom furnishings and rich fabrics. These guest rooms are uniquely designed and richly decorated to complement the heritage of the Chesapeake region. A classic composition of ivory, federal blues, cognac and white gold with warm cherry and walnut furnishings complete the regal look, with oversized gallery mattes highlighting the mid-Atlantic landscape further immersing guests in the lore of this dynamic region.
The Westin Washington National Harbor
(Proximity to Event Venue)
At the new Westin Washington National Harbor you will discover a place where you can be at your best. You'll be on the banks of the Potomac River, within close proximity of Old Town Alexandria, Arlington, and Georgetown and only a 10-minute drive via I-295 to Washington, DC.
Standard (Rate: $229 + sales tax)
At The Westin Washington National Harbor, we want to ensure that you leave us feeling reenergized. Step into the graceful calm of your guest room and understand what true relaxation feels like. The centerpiece of each elegantly modern retreat is the Heavenly® Bed, a pure white cloud waiting to entice you into your dreams. Gaze out at the sparkling harbor or the lights of the city, and order in a deliciously rich dessert. Take a long, hot soak in your Heavenly® Bath. Wake up rejuvenated and ready to take on your day.
Aloft Washington National Harbor
(Proximity to Event Venue)
Celebrate your style in the DC area’s hottest new waterfront community! Perched along the Potomac River, Aloft Washington National Harbor is steps from food and fun, easily accessible from all airports, and just 15 minutes from downtown DC. Meet & mingle with friends at our w xyz bar, grab a sweet, savory, or healthy snack from re:fuel by Aloft, our 24/7 pantry, or play in our re:mix lounge. Plus, you can always stay connected with complimentary hotel-wide wired and wireless Internet access!
Standard (Rate: $189 + sales tax)
Appealing to on-the-go and in-the-know travelers, the Aloft rooms at Aloft Washington National Harbor are equally carefree and bold. Nine-foot ceilings and extra-large windows create a bright, airy environment full of natural light. You’ll face the windows—not the walls—as you drift to sleep in our ultra-comfortable platform bed topped with plush bedding. Choose a 285-square-foot king room for one big bed, or grab a little more breathing room in the 315-square-foot rooms with two queen beds.
Residence Inn by Marriott National Harbor
(Proximity to Event Venue)
Residence Inn by Marriott National Harbor is located in Oxon Hill, close to Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and Fort Foote Park. Residence Inn by Marriott National Harbor features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The hotel serves a complimentary full breakfast. Recreational amenities include a fitness facility. This 3-star property has a business center and offers small meeting rooms and business services. High-speed Internet access is available in public areas. Guest parking is available for a surcharge. Additional property amenities include laundry facilities.
Studio Suite (Rate: $229 + sales tax)
Air-conditioned guestrooms at Residence Inn by Marriott National Harbor feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Kitchens include stovetops, microwaves, and refrigerators. Wired high-speed and wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to desks, guestrooms offer phones. Televisions have cable channels and pay movies. Rooms also include irons/ironing boards and clock radios. Inclusive Amenities: Complimentary fitness center, pool and Breakfast buffet daily.
Cancellation Policy
All hotel reservation requests require a credit card to guarantee individual's reservation. Cancellation policy is 72 hours prior to arrival with a cancellation number obtained and late cancellation will automatically forfeit one (1) night room and tax deposit. The hotel request deadline is September 20, 2012. After this date, requests will be accepted based on availability. A confirmation will be sent to you after October 5, 2012. To make changes to your reservation and/or cancel your reservation after October 5, 2012, please contact the hotel direct.