MAIN EVENT

The Mount Vernon Square Metro Station (Yellow and Green Lines) now enters the convention center directly. Come up the escalators and you'll see our entrance. We would suggest that you enjoy the weather and walk, take metro, or cab. If you must drive PLEASE don't drive under the influence. Be safe and help your friends. Parking is available at the following lots:

• PMI Parking - 610 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
• PMI Parking - 915 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
• Interpark Parking - 801 I Street, NW
  Under the Renaissance Hotel

AIRLINE

For discounted fares, call US Airways at 877.874.7687 and refer to gold file number 28122690. Book by April 4 to receive 10% discount into Washington National or 12% discount into Washington Dulles.

HOST HOTEL

The Washington Terrace, the Host Hotel for CHERRY 8, is close to selling out for the big weekend. This hotel will be the place to be seen before & after all the great parties so reserve your room TODAY !!!

Guestrooms are only $139 and Suites are a bargain at $169. Reservations can be made by phoning the hotel directly at 866-984-6835 or by sending an email to reservations@washingtonterracehotel.com. Please reference the group code "CHERRY" in order to receive this special price.

The Washington Terrace opened Fall 2002 and is infused with the notion of bringing the outside in with rich mineral colors of the earth, vibrant blues of the sea and delicious spice flavors such as paprika, mustard and lavender.

Just as a perfectly balanced Zen garden will contain the five elements of nature, so do the 220 oversized guestrooms. Along with the luminescent light and natural fibers of the sheets - metal, wood, glass and ceramic accessories were specially selected to transport your senses to another world. 39 Deluxe Suites carry on this theme of an imaginary world imbued with color, playfulness and downright comfort.

Located just three blocks from trendy Dupont Circle and equal distance to the opening night and main event parties, this upscale boutique hotel with it's full service destination restaurant, Universal gym and edgy lounge will be the place to be seen during the weekend.

The CHERRY 8 Welcome Center will be located in the State Room at the host hotel, The Washington Terrace, located at 1515 Rhode Island Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20005. Passes and tickets can be purchased here and all pre-sales purchased via paper forms or online can be picked up here during the hours above or at all events at will call.

• Thursday, May 1 from 7 to 11 pm
• Friday, May 2 from noon to 9 pm
• Saturday, May 3 from 10 am to 5 pm

For hotel information, check out www.washingtonterracehotel.com. The Washington Terrace is located at 1515 Rhode Island Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20005.

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