National Geographic’s Terra Cotta Warriors Vacation Package
The St. Regis Washington, D.C.

Desirably located two blocks from The White House, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. presents itself as the most prestigious hotel in the Nation's capital for royalty, presidents, and prime ministers. Since Calvin Coolidge cut the ceremonial ribbon at its opening in 1926, every American President...

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Photo by Wang Da Gang, courtesy National Geographic Museum
Soldiers. Charioteers. Archers. Musicians. Generals. Acrobats. Nearly 2,000 years ago, thousands of life-size clay figures were buried in massive underground pits to accompany China's first emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, into the afterlife. Their discovery outside the city of Xi'an in 1974 is one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century.

Now, you can stand face-to-face with these terra cotta warriors. In November 2009, National Geographic Museum will host Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor, an exhibition featuring treasures from the tomb complex including 15 life-size figures, weapons, armor, coins, and more. Don't miss this chance to see the largest collection of significant artifacts from China ever to travel to the United States.

Exhibition will be open from November 19, 2009 – March 31, 2010.

Blackout Dates: November 19, 20,21, 22, 26, 27 and February 6th.

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• Luxury Cruise: Our friendly hostess will seat you at your private table for a three hour escape to the signature elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide.
• Unmatched Skyline Views: Enjoy spectacular views from your table. Explore the ship and her many observation decks.
• Distinctive Cuisine: You and your guests will order from our featured plated menu of creative appetizers, sumptuous entrees and delicious desserts prepared fresh onboard daily.
• Live Entertainment: Dine, mingle and dance to a medley of live music, from softer classics early in the cruise to today's favorites.
• Beverages: Coffee, tea and iced tea are complimentary. Award winning wines, liquor and beer may be purchased separately from your Odyssey service team.

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Experience 180 years of American life in the home of Thomas and Martha Peter and 6 generations of their descendants. The Custis-Peter family was the only family to live in this home from the time it was completed in 1816 until the last owner died in 1983. The home is filled with family heirlooms including over 100 objects from Mt. Vernon. Experience 19th and 20th century life and events in Georgetown and the growing city of Washington. Enjoy the elegant neo-classical house designed by Dr. William Thornton, first architect of the U.S. Capitol. Wander 5 1/2 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens.

Tours last about 1 hour

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General admission to Madame Tussauds Washington DC and exhibits!

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Enjoy an "abbreviated" tour of our Nation's Capitol for those with a short amount of time for touring. From your climate controlled luxury coach you will visit our Nation's most treasured memorials & monuments!

Stops: Lincoln-Vietnam-Korean Memorials, World War II Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, FDR Memorial

Start Time: 1:00pm, approximately 4 hours

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