Politically Correct

January 17, 2009, through January 21, 2009
Starting at $50,000 USD

Celebrate change with the only politically correct package for Inauguration 2009.

As the world watches, a new president of the United States of America will take the country's highest office this January. Regardless of the new president’s political party affiliation, Inauguration 2009 promises to be like no other. Those looking to be at the epicenter of the festivities are invited to celebrate this historic change and the new administration with the economic-minded $50,000 Politically Correct Package at The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. In the spirit of affordable luxury with a philanthropic endeavor, the Politically Correct Package will be the only politically correct package in town.

The socially conscious, four-night Inauguration celebration includes a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece from Judith Ripka commissioned by Saks Fifth Avenue in honor of Inauguration 2009. The Heart of the Nation pendant that Judith has created exclusively for The Ritz-Carlton and Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase’s Politically Correct package is a unique piece which will be created in 18k white gold, white diamonds (.212 cttw), rubies (4.75 ctttw) and blue sapphires (.40 cttw), and will be placed on a white twisted silk cord with a signature Judith Ripka heart clasp. The retail price of the pendant is $8,000.

Other services and amenities in the package include:

24-hour on-call chauffeur in a luxury hybrid vehicle
Four-night stay in a luxury suite
Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase will expertly outfit you head-to-toe for your Inaugural ball including:

An afternoon of unforgettable styling in the famed Fifth Avenue Club with a Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Director and walk away outfitted in a designer dress and luxury tuxedo courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue
One-of-a-kind jewelry piece from Judith Ripka commissioned by Saks Fifth Avenue in honor of Inauguration 2009 Custom Judith Ripka Heart of the Nation pendant that Judith has created exclusively for The Ritz Carlton and Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase’s Politically Correct package.
Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Concierge available throughout your stay to service any and all fashion needs

Seating for two at the Inaugural parade
Two tickets to one of the official Inaugural balls
Private dinner for two in guest’s luxury suite or in Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert, with dinner specially prepared by Chef Ripert
Eco-friendly in-room products, including Inauguration 2009 Survival Kit
Portion of the proceeds will go to benefit a charity of the guest’s choice

The package is priced at $50,000 USD and is available at the Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. from January 17, 2009, through January 21, 2009. Package is based on double occupancy. Advance reservation is required and requires a non-refundable 14-day advance payment. Additional room nights are available at prevailing rates.

Package is subject to availability and cannot be combined with any other offer. Advance reservations are required; rates do not apply to groups. Rates listed are per room, per night, single or double occupancy, and exclusive of taxes, gratuities and other charges unless otherwise noted. Hotel and resort credits cannot be used toward room rate, tax, resort fee or gratuities. Credit cannot be reimbursed or exchanged if not used. Credit must be used during stay.

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