Great Escape: Stay at the Gaylord to Benefit Autism Speaks

Your teens are holding a car wash at the high school Saturday. The grandparents volunteered to take the younger children to a movie Sunday afternoon. Your tweens take tap on Wednesday evening.  It’s your time. Take it.

Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier, maybe a whole lot easier.

The “Rooms for Good” Package Benefitting Autism Speaks

Where: Gaylord National Resort
Availability: March 1 through March 31
Booking: Call 1-866-245-1054 or book online
Price: $199* per couple/per night, includes one night of deluxe accommodations  and breakfast for two (actually comes out to be close to $250 altogether).

Located in the National Harbor—a waterfront community in the D.C. area—Gaylord National offers four restaurants, Relâche Spa, Pose Ultra Lounge, and a 19-story atrium overlooking the Potomac River. 

The harbor has several more restaurants, shops, and entertainment options. There's also a water taxi from the hotel’s private marina to nearby destinations like Old Town Alexandria.

*Limit two (2) packages. Valid for travel dates from March 1 – March 31, 2011. Based on availability. Not retroactive or valid with other offers or groups. Does not include taxes, resort fee and parking.  Atrium upgrades may be available for additional fee.  Other restrictions may apply.  10% of the room package rate will be given back to Autism Speaks, excluding taxes, fees and incidentals incurred during stay.