BASEBALL PACKAGE AT THE FAIRMONT WASHINGTON, D. C. HITS A HOME RUN

Nationals new "Green" state-of-the-art Ballpark a hit with Baseball Fans

WASHINGTON, D.C. - February 20, 2008 - In honor of the Washington Nationals, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. is offering its Baseball Package to Nationals Fans everywhere. Beginning March 30th guests will enjoy a luxurious guest room at the Fairmont, tickets to a National's home game and roundtrip metro passes to the brand new National's Ballpark.
Nationals Park is the first major stadium in the United States accredited as a Leader in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System(TM) certified ballpark. The new ballpark will pay particular attention to issues affecting the health of the Anacostia River, such as storm water management and minimization of water pollution.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a global leader in responsible tourism and was the first major hotel chain in North America to embrace environmental stewardship within its daily operations.  Through its award-winning Green Partnership program, the company strives to reduce its ecological footprint by focusing on key areas such as energy management, water conservation, waste diversion, and innovative community outreach programs.
The Fairmont's Baseball Package includes luxurious accommodations; round trip metro passes to Nationals Park and two Field Box or Terrace Seating tickets to a Nationals Game.   Available March 30th to September 30, 2008, a 7-day advance purchase is required.  Rates start from $239 or $279 depending on seating and are based on double occupancy and availability exclusive of tax and gratuity. To reserve this package, please call (800) 441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com/washington
For information regarding the team's schedule, please visit the Washington Nationals website at www.nationals.com.
 Located at 2401 M Street, NW, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. is convenient to the finest museums, theaters (including the Kennedy Center), shopping and dining.  Close to two metro stations, it is five miles from Reagan National Airport and 33 miles from Dulles International Airport.  At 415 rooms and luxury suites, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. offers a wealth of facilities while maintaining an air of tranquility insured through the design of intimate spaces, plenty of natural daylight, and a cascade of plants both inside and out.

A leader in the global hospitality industry, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is an extraordinary collection of luxury hotels which includes iconic landmarks like The Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont Monte Carlo and New York's The Plaza. Fairmont hotels are one-of-a-kind properties where sophisticated travellers can discover culturally rich experiences that are authentic to the destination. Situated in some of the most exclusive and pristine areas in the world, Fairmont is committed to responsible tourism and is an industry leader in sustainable hotel management with its award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont's portfolio includes 55 distinctive hotels, with plans to develop over 20 new properties in the coming years in destinations as diverse as Beijing, Abu Dhabi and South Africa.

Fairmont is owned by Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, a leading global hotel company with over 85 hotels worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands. The company also owns Fairmont and Raffles branded Residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties.  For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com.

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