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Tap into The Wire! Win a fabulous USA holiday to Baltimore & Washington, DC
To celebrate the DVD release of series 5 of The Wire, the critically-acclaimed US crime drama filmed on location in Baltimore, we're giving away a seven-day, two-centre holiday to Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, DC!
Five runners-up with get a DVD copy of this scintillating series that has been hailed as "the greatest TV show of all time".
Baltimore is a fun-filled city. Enjoy free museums and unforgettable dining experiences in Little Italy or Fells Point, hitch a water taxi ride around the Inner Harbor or catch an Orioles’ basball game at Camden Yards. You’ll want to visit the Baltimore Museum of Industry during your three-night stay, which has a behind-the-scenes exhibition on The Wire, and grab breakfast at Werner’s diner, which features regularly in the series.
Then it’s on to Washington, DC for a three-night ‘power trip’ in this vibrant city of fascinating neighbourhoods, hip boutiques, galleries, cafes, theatre, music and culture. Visit its superb museums historic landmarks like the White House, Washington Monument and Capitol Building.
Winners will stay at the luxurious and centrally-located Hyatt Regency Baltimore on the Inner Harbor, the city’s premier hotel since opening. In DC you'll stay at the renowned Melrose Hotel in the heart of one of the city's most notable neighborhoods and its newest luxury, upscale hotel.
For further information on travel to Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia visit www.capitalregionusa.org or call 0208 339 6048 for a brochure.
Want to know more about these great cities? Check out our writer's report on Baltimore and our Washington, DC city guide.
Flights & Hotels subject to availability. The Melrose blackout dates: Jan 17-21 and May 15-17, 2009. Full terms and conditions.
