ALDEN-HOUSTON INTRODUCES THE “SO LUCY” PACKAGE

Houston – Alden-Houston, Houston’s finest luxury boutique hotel, rolls out the welcome mat for visitors of Lucy, the world’s most famous fossil, in its “so lucy” package, available now through April 20, 2008.

“Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia” tells the amazing story of Ethiopia over the past five million years. Lucy’s humanoid skeleton is 3.2 million years old, and now, for the first time, she’s being exhibited outside of Ethiopia. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Lucy and incredible artifacts and art that chronicle the rise of mankind and the beautiful culture and religions of Africa’s Ethiopia.

Included in the “so lucy” $175 package:

• deluxe hotel accommodations,
• two general admission tickets to the exhibit and
• two METRORail tokens for traveling to the Museum District, home to 14 museums, the Houston Zoo, Herman Park and several cafes in the area.

Spend the day traveling back in time, then relax in the evening at the luxurious Alden-Houston, located in the heart of downtown Houston. The five-star hotel is home to the award-winning restaurant, *17, offering an enticing variety of New American cuisine, paired with an extensive domestic and international wine list. The hotel’s intimate lounge, a+, provides the perfect end to any day with its creative signature cocktails. Alden-Houston is also just minutes away from Houston’s Theatre District, as well as Toyota Center, home of the Houston Rockets, Comets and Aeros, and Reliant Stadium, home of the Houston Texans.

For more information visit www.aldenhotels.com. For reservations, please email robbi.abshire@aldenhotels.com or call 832-200-8843.

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As a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Inc., Alden-Houston is known for its’ five-star accommodations, world-class service and exquisite dining. Located in the heart of downtown Houston, Alden-Houston combines classic architecture with cutting-edge, contemporary design. Alden-Houston welcomes you to indulge in the award-winning restaurant, *17, and the stylish lounge, a+. *17’s New American Cuisine is certain to please all discerning palates, and the elegant, yet casual atmosphere of a+ invites you to relax and unwind. For more information, visit www.aldenhotels.com.