The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City

ARLINGTON, Va. - December 30, 2008 - The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City and The Pentagon Memorial Fund have partnered to offer the inspiring Remember, Reflect, Renew package, an opportunity for guests to reflect on the 184 souls lost at The Pentagon on September 11, 2001 while visiting the nation's capital and the recently opened Pentagon Memorial.

Remember, Reflect, Renew, starting at $289, offers visitors the chance to experience one of the Washington area's most significant memorials in recent history, located within walking distance of the hotel, while also offering a giveback opportunity. Unique mementos help visitors reflect on the tragedies and heroes of the time, and a portion of all proceeds go directly into the Pentagon Memorial Fund for future projects. The package is offered through December 30, 2009.

"The ladies and gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City are pleased to collaborate with our neighbors at The Pentagon Memorial Fund. It is important to look back and honor the spirit and sacrifice of the 184 Americans lost in such a national tragedy," said Angella Reid, general manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City.

The Remember, Reflect, Renew package includes:

* Deluxe guest room, club or one bedroom suite
* Commemorative American Flag that was flown over the Pentagon Memorial at the dedication held on September 11, 2008
* Commemorative pewter coin
* A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Pentagon Memorial Fund, Inc.
* Breakfast for two in fyve Restaurant Lounge
* Valet parking


"The Pentagon Memorial Fund is excited to be partnering with The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City on this very special and patriotic package," said James J. Laychak, president of the Pentagon Memorial Fund. "We look forward to building a long-term partnership with Ritz-Carlton and we are grateful for the continued support and dedication they have shown the Pentagon Memorial."

The Pentagon Memorial Fund is a non-profit organization established by the families of the 184 victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in Washington, DC. The Memorial Fund's mission is to provide for the construction and permanent maintenance of the Pentagon Memorial, a beautiful park located at the grounds of the attack that will provide a place for reflection, remembrance and renewal. For more information about the Pentagon Memorial, please visit http://www.pentagonmemorial.org/.

Ideally located just minutes from the nation's capital and with metro rail service at the front door, The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City is Arlington's only luxury hotel. Guests are pampered with luxurious featherbeds, 24-hour in-room dining, a Fitness and Massage Center and can also enjoy upscale shopping at The Fashion Centre and Pentagon Row, adjacent to the hotel. For information or room reservations, please call 703-415-5000 or visit The Ritz-Carlton website at http://www.ritzcarlton.com/.

Be a part of history as it comes alive! Spend a night at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City for the Memorial Day weekend global debut of the new film Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonians, set and filmed in many of D.C.'s notable landmarks, and enjoy an exclusive package packed with entertainment, history, and [affordable luxury / leisure].

The Night At The Smithsonian package, starting at $269 per night, offers moviegoers the opportunity to [be the first to see the movie], and then retrace the paths of their favorite characters through local museums and monuments. Unique mementos from the movie ensure visitors will remember Night at the Museum, while uncompromised Mobil Four Star service ensure they will also remember their night at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City.

Quote from Angella: "The fact that it was made for entertainment value and ended up being a catalyst for an interest in history and museums has been phenomenal (director, of last film)"

The Night At The Smithsonian Package includes:

* Overnight accommodations for up to four people
* Night At The Smithsonian keepsake movie poster provided by 20th Century Fox
* American Breakfast for four in fyve Restaurant Lounge
* Maps to discover the National Mall, monuments and museums
* Four one-day Metrorail passes
* $40.00 Regal Entertainment Movie Theatre Gift Card
* Overnight valet parking

The offer starts on the movie's release date, May 22, 2009 and lasts through [the end of the summer.] The Smithsonian Institute, the world's largest museum complex with over 136 million items in its collection, is located just ten minutes from the hotel.

The movie, a sequel to the 2006 blockbuster family comedy Night at the Museum, follows Security guard Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) as he breaks into the Smithsonian Institute in order to rescue Jedediah and Octavius who have mistakenly been shipped to the museum.

Ideally located just minutes from the nation's capital and with metro rail service at the front door, The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City is Arlington's only luxury hotel. Guests are pampered with luxurious featherbeds, 24-hour in-room dining, a Fitness and Massage Center and can also enjoy upscale shopping at The Fashion Centre and Pentagon Row, adjacent to the hotel. For information or room reservations, please call 703-415-5000 or visit The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City website at www.ritzcarlton.com/pentagoncity