It seems like “real America” is trying get in on really, really “fake America’s” good fortune. Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort, located in Flintstone Maryland, near Cumberland is offering “a value-laden package for the upcoming Presidential Inauguration.” A note from the company’s publicist says the hotel “is within a two-hour drive of Washington D.C.” I beg to differ! Disregarding the fact that google maps says that Flintstone is actually a sliver of road beyond the two-hour drive, there’s no way that journey is going to be a quick jaunt. When you consider traffic coming from literally every direction ( I had maybe counted out the Cumberland Gap region—-but not now), I’d say you’re going to need a few extra cd cases, a few more coloring books for the kids, a few more bathroom breaks than a two hour drive would necessitate. Plus you’ll also want to factor in the extra cost for gas for the 250 mile round-trip. If Rocky Gap still sounds like it’s for you, here’s some more info:

Scheduled for Jan. 20, 2009, Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort is Only Two Hours from Washington D.C.

President-elect Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44^th President of the United States Jan. 20, 2009. While many hotels in the Washington D.C. area are already sold out or charging extraordinarily high rates, Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort is offering luxurious accommodations at affordable prices.

Located only two hours from D.C., Rocky Gap is offering rooms overlooking its Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, starting at $139. The 2009 Presidential Inauguration Package is valid Jan. 29, 2009, requires payment upon booking and the room is non-refundable.

A AAA Four-Diamond Resort, Rocky Gap offers the luxurious Garden Spa and acclaimed culinary options at the Lakeside Restaurant – a Wine Spectator Award Winner – and the casual Signatures.Bar & Grill.