Marriott Hotels in Washington, DC, Offers Hotel Package Deals This Summer Including Free Gas Cards

WASHINGTON, DC- July 21, 2008- Escape from rising gas prices this summer with a weekend getaway package from Marriott that will satisfy the car and the wallet. Over 50 Marriott hotels in the downtown Washington, DC and in the nearby suburbs in Virginia and Maryland are offering the Cars Eat Free! hotel package. Available now through September 1, 2008, the Cars Eat Free! deal is an ideal Washington, DC area vacation package for those looking for a weekend excursion without paying more at the pump. The Marriott hotels summer savings package includes deluxe accommodations for two and a $25 free gas card from Chevron at Marriott hotels near Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Washington, DC is host to the Nation's capital and offers sightseeing, historic monuments, war memorials, government houses and other great family vacation activities. Taking a road trip with the family and discovering Washington, DC and the surrounding area is easier this summer with the Marriott hotels free gas card promotion.

The Cars Eat Free! hotel package rates are per room, exclude tax, gratuities and are available Thursday through Sunday. Two night stay minimum is required to qualify for this Marriott hotels summer package. Participating brands include JW Marriott, Marriott, Renaissance, Courtyard, Residence Inn, and Spring Hill Suites.

For a list of participating hotels, more information about this Marriott hotel deal or for reservations, please call (800) 834-6418 or visit www.carseatfree.com. Refer to promotional code TRS (Cars Eat Free! Package). The Marriott Hotels in Greater Washington, DC, along with over 2,400 Marriott-affiliated hotels worldwide, participates in the company's award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent guest program. Members earn their choice of points toward free vacations or frequent flyer mileage for dollars spent at Marriott International branded hotels worldwide. Check www.marriott.com, for other summer hotel packages and availability in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast United States.