Valentine's Day is Made Sweeter with a Hotel Package from Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Washington, D.C. (January 22, 2010) – Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel encourages guests to make whoopie – pie, that is – in honor of Valentine's Day with the hotel's Washington, DC Valentine's Day package. When guests book the "Making Whoopie" pie Valentine's Day hotel package, guests will learn how to make the classic sweet surprise for their valentine in a demonstration class at M Bar in the Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel (formerly Renaissance M Street).

A great way to spend Valentine's Day in Washington, DC, Executive Chef John Therres will guide attendees through making the heart-shaped whoopie pies, and also show them how to make the perfect long-stemmed chocolate dipped strawberry. "Sweetheart" drink specials will be available as guests participate in the interactive demonstration. The "Making Whoopie" Pie class will be held on Saturday, February 13, at 5:00pm, for those looking just to attend the class, the price is $15.00 (not including tax, gratuity and alcohol).

For those looking for a Valentine's Day getaway to Washington, DC, the "Making Whoopie" pie Valentine's Package is available from February 12 – 15, 2010, with rates starting at $179, guests who book this romantic package will receive:

- Overnight deluxe accommodations,
- In-room American breakfast for two,
- A chilled bottle of champagne,
- VIP seating at the whoopie pie making class,
- Whoopie pies and chocolate covered strawberries to enjoy in their guest room.

Rates for this Valentine's Day hotel package are per room, per night based on availability and exclude tax and gratuities. Terms and conditions apply. For more information or reservations, please call (800) 834-6418, visit the hotel's Website or call 202-775-0800. Refer to booking code is LVU.

About Renaissance Hotels
RENAISSANCE HOTELS is an upscale brand with more than 140 properties in 28 countries that speaks to passionate travelers in search of authentic local discoveries when traveling for business or leisure. Renaissance Hotels has recently welcomed several new "gems" to its global collection – the ultra-modern Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel, the chic Renaissance New York Hotel 57 in Manhattan and the beautifully restored historic Eden Roc, a Renaissance Beach Resort and Spa in Miami, Florida. All Renaissance hotels participate in the award winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. To make reservations and for more information about Renaissance Hotels, visit www.RenaissanceHotels.com. Follow Renaissance on Twitter at www.twitter.com/RenHotels.