Thursday, July 26, 2012

Absolut Amore

Thirsty Thursday Recipe # 4
Absolut Amore

Ingredients:

1 oz Citrus Vodka (Absolut Citron)
1 oz Parfait Amour Liqueur
1 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Cranberry Juice
Lemon-Lime Soda

Instructions:

1) Shake the citrus vodka, parfait amour, lemon juice and cranberry juice with ice in a cocktail shaker.

2) Strain into a chilled highball glass and fill with lemon-lime soda.

3) Garnish with a lemon slice and a few seedless grapes.


Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Local Events this Week

Here are some suggestions from Aloft Dulles North
of great local weekend events if you still do not have plans!

Farm-to-Fork
Thursday, July 26th

Description:

Farm-to-Fork Loudoun is a collaborative effort between the agriculture, culinary and winery communities of Loudoun, VA. For 10 days in July, participating Loudoun restaurants will offer special menus featuring the best from local farms, wineries, and spirit distillers. Visit our website to see the full list of participating restaurants, culinary businesses, and producers. Call or check each restaurant’s website for operating hours, reservation requirements, and menu details.




Redskins Training Camp 2012
Thursday, July 26th

Description:
For all open afternoon practices, parking lots will open at noon, gates will open at 1 pm, and practice will begin at 2:55 pm.Generally, practice times last between 90 minutes and two hours, so fans are encouraged to come early.Gates close at 6 pm, and all fans must have exited the premises.Times are subject to change, and the Redskins will notify fans of changes and cancellations.


Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Friday, July 27th

Description:

It’s a night to remember - under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, and delicious desserts (outside food and drink not permitted.) Some seating will be provided but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on the lawn. Please visit our website for more information and a list of the 2012 concert lineup.



Bluegrass Jam
Friday, July 27th

Description:

The Old Furniture Factory in Round Hill is home to the monthly Bluegrass Jam that has become a regular fixture in the community for over six years. The Jam is a multi-generational event where people can play their instruments or just listen to all styles of acoustic music from progressive bluegrass and folk music to Celtic. It's a family-friendly mix of music and fun. Kick back or join in - whatever feels right. Barbecue dinners are available for sale by Savoir Fare as well as beer and wine (cash bar), desserts, snacks, and sodas.

For more event information check out:

Monday, July 23, 2012

Splash

Splash, Aloft Dulles North's indoor pool is the perfect way to wind down after a workout or just take a quiet timeout for yourself at splash. It’s great for a leisurely, refreshing swim—or even some poolside email catch-up, thanks to free wireless Internet service. Early birds and night owls are equally welcome, with hours from 6am to 11pm. Next time you stay with us at Aloft Dulles North enjoy a refreshing dip in Splash!





More Information about Splash:
 
Maximum Depth: 1.83 meters/6.0 feet

Minimum Depth: 1.07 meters/3.51 feet
Size: 47.57 sq. meters/512.0 sq. feet
Heated: Yes
Salt Water: No
Hours: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Local Events This Weekend

If you are still looking for weekend plans check out these great local events
going on from Friday July 21st to Sunday July 23rd:


Sounds of Summer Concert Series



It’s a night to remember - under the stars on our outdoor terraces with music filling the air and the sounds of sizzling grills. Enjoy specialty drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads, and delicious desserts (outside food and drink not permitted.) Some seating will be provided but you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on the lawn. Please visit our website for more information and a list of the 2012 concert lineup.



BITWC Theatre "The Miss Firecracker Contest"



The Miss Firecracker Contest is a comic volcano of a play erupting from Mississippi, populated by offbeat but vital larger than life characters. Carnelle Scott, "Miss Hot Tamale" is rehearsing furiously for the Miss Firecracker Contest, hoping a victory will salvage her tarnished reputation

Friday & Saturday at 8:00pm, Sunday at 3:00pm




1st Anniversary Celebration of Above Ground Winery


Enjoy Virginia wine in a unique setting. Understand flavors and aromas, and compare wines in a blind tasting. Check the Above Ground Winery website for details. Fee includes samples, pairings, logo glass and gift card valued between $5 and $100

Saturday July 21st, 12:00-4:00pm
 
 
For more great local events check out the following link:

Fish Bowl

Thirsty Thursdays
Drink Recipe # 3

The Fish Bowl.  Rally some friends and split this fun
and creative summer cocktail!
FISH BOWL INGREDIENTS: ½ cup Nerds candy ½ gallon goldfish bowl 5 oz. vodka 5 oz. Malibu rum 3 oz. blue Curacao 6 oz. sweet-and-sour mix 16 oz. pineapple juice 16 oz. Sprite 3 slices each: lemon, lime, orange 4 Swedish gummy fish.

INSTRUCTIONS: Sprinkle Nerds on bottom of bowl as “gravel.” Fill bowl with ice. Add remaining ingredients. Hello Summer

Monday, July 16, 2012

Gas and Go Package

Aloha from Aloft! Everyone loves travelling in the summertime, but the price of gasoline can be overwhelming.  That is why Aloft Dulles North has a created a package to help you!  Whether you're on your way to meet a client or jet-setting to a weekend getaway, we want to make travel for you a little easier with our Gas and Go package. Choose one of our following packages and enjoy:



Gas and Go:

•Rates from $99 per night
•$25 Visa gift card
•Grab & go breakfast for one
•Free WiFi


Gas and Go Premium:

•Rates from $119 per night
•$50 Visa gift card
•Grab & go breakfast for one
•Free WiFi

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Carrot Cake Shooter

Thirsty Thursdays
Drink Recipe # 2

Cool down this week with a Carrot Cake Shooter.
It will cure any sweet tooth and it really tastes like Carrot Cake!

Ingredients

1/2 oz Bailey's Irish cream
1/2 oz butterscotch schnapps
1/4 oz cinnamon schnapps

Directions

1. Pour all three shots into a drink shaker.
2. Shake well.
3. Pour into a tall shot glass.
(Best if all three liqueurs have been chilled. Any measure will do as long as it's equal parts of all three).


Never Leave Your Pup Behind Again!



Airport Dulles North welcomes man's best friend.  We know it is hard to be separated from your pup
while you are traveling and on the road. To help make both your family and your pets feel right at home,
we have developed the "arf program." This program designed for this pet friendly Dulles Airport hotel is
complimentary and open at all guests traveling with pets.  We do ask that dogs are only up to 40 lbs.  No deposits are necessary, certainly no hassle, just a efficient experience.  There is even a small field  behind the hotel for your dog to enjoy!  And just because we love our four-legged friends so much, all dogs while staying at Aloft Dulles Airport Hotel North will receive:



*Our signature aloft signature dog bed
*Doggy mat, so your pooch can perch
*Dog Bowl, so that it can too re:fresh and re:fuel
*A doggy bag that includes: toy, dog tag, a bio-degradable
bag(because we are eco-friendly too!) and a treat

Just let us know before your arrival that your pet will be in town and we will take
care of the rest at our pet friendly Dulles Airport hotel.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

re:fuel

Whether you have a case of the mid-afternoon munchies or you need light snack before hitting the hay we have everything you need to re:fuel at Aloft Dulles North 24 hour a day pantry.

Cuisine: Eclectic
Hours: 24-hours
Atmosphere: Easy Breezy
Setting: Grab n' Go




Aloft Dulles North offers guests an easy and efficient on-the-go dining option. 
This allows busy and on-the-go travelers to select from our gourmet pantry
and still stick to their busy agenda!  The style is to mix/ match and self serve to customize
your ideal meal while traveling.  It is the perfect place to refuel when you need a quick
pick me up!                        

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Park and Fly Package


Fly High at Aloft Dulles North

Think parking at the airport is too expensive? We do too! Aloft Dulles North has created the perfect package for travellers, providing them with excellent hotel amenities and a little more change in their pockets.  The packages allows guests to zoom in, park and stay with us all while avoiding the expensive daily airport parking rates! Lift off with our plush platform beds, walk-in showers with rainfall shower heads, and 24 hour complimentary airport shuttle:



$69/night for Thursday-Sunday arrivals

$99/night for Monday-Wednesday arrivals

Book now for up to 14 days of parking, with rates from

Monday, July 9, 2012

Re:Charge for the upcoming week

re:charge 24/7

Savvy travelers fit in fitness whenever it works. At Aloft Dulles Airport North, re:charge makes it easy to fit in a quick workout no matter what time of day.  Whether you believe in early bird gets the worm or midnight runs re:charge at Aloft can accommodate you with 24 hour a day access to our fitness facility.We’ve got a full cardio collection: stationary bikes, treadmills, stairclimbers, and elliptical machines from Life Fitness. re: charge also has a stretching zone with mats gives yogis space to limber up. Or fire up your muscles with strength machines and free weights.

Now it’s easier then ever to stay in shape on the road with PumpOne a-workouts, portable workout programs that can be downloaded and viewed on a laptop or handheld device such as an iPod, iPhone, Blackberry, Treo and others. Experience easy-to-execute a-workouts, created exclusively for Aloft guests, include video, images, and audio coaching for a variety of fitness programs.
These exclusive videos provide Aloft customers with a variety of workouts:
Tone
Abs and Core
Total Core
Strength
Cross-Train
Yoga
Pilates
Stretch



Friday, July 6, 2012

Tweets of the Week

Aloha from Aloft!


Here are some helpful, funny and interesting tweets from
everyone at Aloft Dulles North to you!


1. LoudounCounty ‏@LoudounCounty
Leesburg Weather: HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 10 PM E... #weather


2. NorthernVAMagazine ‏@NorthernVAMag
Catch the final day of @JamminJava Mid-Atlantic Band Battle 7 tonight http://ow.ly/c3Ead

3. Tim's Loudoun Deals ‏@TimsLoudoun
#Broadlands deal Tuesday @GloryDaysGrill - http://ow.ly/c4o9r


4. Redskins ‏@Redskins
This Week In #Redskins History (via @skins_historian): Redskins flirt with signing Andre The Giant http://redsk.in/N0kx1I

5.Aloft Dulles North ‏@AloftDullesN
Weekend events in @Reston: Saturday, July 7 2012 7:30pm -10:00pm Concerts on the Town Series in the Pavilion - Upper East Side Big Band






 


Thursday, July 5, 2012

Ashburn Village Fireworks Show

Red, White and BOOM!


For those of you who did not get enough of fireworks yesterday do not worry!  There is another opportunity for you, your family and friends to view even more fireworks. Ashburn Village Community Association is hosting their Annual Fireworks show tomorrow (Friday July 6th) at the Lake Ashburn (Cheltenham Circle and Ashburn Village Blvd.).  The show will start at 9:00pm and will last until approximately 9:30pm.  If you need directions please utilize the following link: http://www.mapquest.com/?le=t&q=Ashburn+Village+Blvd+&maptype=map&ICID=mqdist_patch_ashburn&vs=directions

Enjoy the show and feel free to post your pictures of the fireworks on our Facebook Page:  Aloft Dulles North.  Happy 4th of July!
Thirsty Thursdays
Drink Recipe # 1

Summer Fruit Punch





Serves: 4
Preparation time: 10 minutes



Ingredients
2 cups diced stone fruit (apricots, plums, peaches, nectarines)
2 cups apricot juice
2 cups sparkling wine
1 cup seltzer



Preparation

1. Combine diced fruit, apricot juice, sparkling wine and seltzer.
2. Divide among four ice-filled glasses.
(Non-alcoholic version: Substitute sparkling cider for the wine).



Enjoy!



Nutrition Facts

Per cocktail:

203 calories
1 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono)
0 mg cholesterol
29 g carbohydrate
2 g protein
2 g fiber
5 mg sodium
324 mg potassium





Monday, July 2, 2012

'Cool Down' Rates



Still have no power? No problem! Come in and book our $69 "Cool Down" rate. Enjoy a cool, relaxing sleep with indoor pool, gym and more. Rate Code is COOL or call the hotel directly (703) 723-6969. Check out the following link to book your room:


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Dulles Day "Plane Pull" Donations