Welcome to Washington, DC

 

Washington, DC is the heart of the American experience.  From its celebrated symbols of patriotism, monuments to the past, and aspirations for the future, our Nation’s Capital is truly awe inspiring.  The USS McMorris 2010 Reunion is your opportunity to share and remember your own American experience.  There will be many opportunities to reflect on history as you tour Arlington Cemetery, the WWII, Korean, and Vietnam Memorials. Don’t miss the opportunity to take the day trip to Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy.  Digest history, experience the present and ponder the future of this most American of cities, during your outstanding reunion program. Don’t miss it!

 

 

Hotel Information

 

The reunion officially runs from Thursday, October 14th until Sunday, October 17th You will be staying at the full service Crowne Plaza Hotel Old Town Alexandria located at 901 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA 22314.  The Crowne Plaza Hotel is located close to many of Washington’s most popular attractions.

 

 

Reservation Information

 

The room rate is just $109.00 plus tax per night based on single or double occupancy.  The room rate includes breakfast served daily in the hotel restaurant.  For those of you who choose to arrive early or stay late, the same room rate is available three days prior and three days after, based on availability.  Please make your hotel reservations NOW by calling the hotel directly at 877-504-0046 between 9am-4 pm EST and ask for in-house reservations.  You may cancel up until 48 hours before arrival at no penalty. Mention that you are with the USS McMorris Reunion to assure you are associated with our group.  You may request specific room types when you call to make your reservations (handicap accessible room, etc.).  The hotel check-in time is 3:00pm.  Please, do not expect to get into your room before then.  They will ask you for a deposit or credit card number to guarantee your room reservation.  The hotel is holding rooms until they sell out or September 3, 2010 whichever comes first. 

 

 

Transportation & Directions

 

The closest airport is Washington National – Ronald Reagan (DCA).  The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service from Washington National Airport.  Please use the courtesy phone in the baggage claim area.  For those of you driving to the reunion, we have negotiated complimentary parking for the duration of the reunion. 

 

Travel safely and we will ….

 

See you in Our Nation’s Capital!