Hotel at a Glance: The George Washington, A Wyndham Grand Hotel

The George Washington, A Wyndham Grand Hotel is awash in colonial-inspired elegance. From the sparkling chandeliers in the lobby to the grand piano in the Half Note Lounge, the decor is all about sophistication. Standard king and double guest rooms feature natural-wood furniture as well as 32-inch flat-panel HD TVs.

• Roman-style indoor pool: With large white columns, bright tile, and natural sunlight from the floor-to-ceiling windows, visitors can swim in luxury.
• Enjoy creative cuisine with artistic plating for extra style at the onsite restaurant. A coupon for 15% off dining at the onsite restaurant is included with this deal.
• Relax with a facial, massage, or body wrap in the spa, as this deal includes 15% of spa services.
• Distance to the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley: 1.3 miles, or a five-minute car ride
• Shop at the nearby Premium Outlets.

Winchester, Virginia: Early American History in the Apple Capital

There’s nothing more American than apple pie, except maybe a small town full of historic sites from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Winchester, which is surrounded by apple orchards, is also full of rich American history. The Old Court House Civil War Museum—set in a building constructed in 1840—is home to 3,000 relics. Rotating exhibits at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley showcase all aspects of America’s past, from traditional Shenandoah woodworking and paintings to the life of one of Winchester’s most famous residents, Patsy Cline.

Outside the museums, visitors can explore historic sites including Civil War battlegrounds, memorials, and even the former offices of George Washington and Stonewall Jackson. The quaint downtown area’s brick-lined streets feature numerous antique and specialty shops, as well as restaurants such as Union Jack Restaurant and Pub, which was built in 1878.

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