Is Harvard in Your Future?

The Charles Hotel Offers $3,000 Scholarship to Future Graduate

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 20 /PRNewswire/ -- The Charles Hotel is committed to
education for today's youth. Located in one of the country's most
family-friendly cities and just a few steps from Harvard University, this
"intellectual property" is a prime destination for families who want to enjoy
a fun summer holiday while feeling good about what their kids experience.
The hotel created two packages geared towards college visits and Boston's
rich American history. Starting on June 15, 2008, parents who book the
"College Crash Course" package will be eligible to win a $3,000 scholarship
and five room nights at the hotel during their child's college years.
The "College Crash Course" package starts at $339 per room, per night,
based on double occupancy, not including taxes and gratuity. The package,
valid seven nights a week, based on availability, available June 15 through
September 14, 2008, includes: -- Harvard University sweatshirts for the
family (maximum four per/room)
-- Map of Boston
-- Harvard Square shopping card with discounts at local shops
-- Overnight accommodations in a deluxe guestroom, featuring custom
signature quilts with 316-count striped damask linens and sumptuous
down duvets, Seura(R) "in-mirror" bathroom televisions, DVD players and
Bose Wave(R) radios
-- For a little extra peace and quiet, an adjoining room may be added for
the kids at 25% off the best available rate
-- Complimentary valet parking is provided by the hotel so guests can pull
right up, drop the car off, and let the fun begin
-- By booking the "College Crash Course" package, your family is eligible
to win a $3,000 scholarship and five room nights at the Charles, to be
used during your child's college years. (Name will be drawn in
mid-September.) *Room nights are based on availability; some black out
dates apply
-- Complimentary day of fitness for the whole family at the Wellbridge
Athletic Club, connected to The Charles Hotel, with special children's
hours at the four-lane rooftop pool

About The Charles Hotel
The Charles Hotel, Harvard Square is an independent luxury hotel and a
member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts. The AAA Four-Diamond award-winner may
be the only hotel in the world to welcome Noble Laureates, Pulitzer Prize
winners, Academy Award winners, jazz greats and New England farmers. In 2005,
The Charles was named "Best Hotel, General Excellence" by Boston magazine.
Reflecting the eclecticism that is Cambridge, The Charles Hotel is a
modern interpretation of New England hospitality with a thriving jazz club,
the Regattabar, two signature restaurants, ice-skating rink (winter months
only), state of the art conference facilities and a central location in the
heart of Harvard Square. The hotel is home to Henrietta's Table, featuring
"fresh and honest to goodness home cooking," and recently named one of
"Americas Best Farm to Table Restaurants" by Gourmet and Rialto, one of the
best restaurants in America [Gourmet, Food & Wine, Esquire, et. al.] Noir,
the hotel's lounge, is on the first level of The Charles Hotel. Designed by
Peter Niemitz to reflect the decadent atmosphere of 1940s nightlife, Noir's
drink menu features a mix of classic cocktails and a bar menu perfect for late
night or afternoon dining.
The hotel also boasts an adjacent urban spa, Le Pli and the Wellbridge
Athletic Club with swimming pool. Special in-room amenities include the
high-tech Bose Wave(R) radios, Seura(R) in-mirror televisions and cordless
phones, as well as two-line speakerphones with voice mail, PC and fax modem
capabilities and DVD players.
Catering to internationally renowned business leaders, government
officials, entertainment executives and leisure travelers alike, it's no
wonder that the New England Travel Guide has designated The Charles as the
best hotel to "stay put in" when visiting Boston.
SOURCE The Charles Hotel

Sophie Zunz of The Moxie Agency for The Charles Hotel, +1-617-268-6925,
info@themoxieagency.com