During three weeks each spring, colorful kites take flight, music floats through the air, bands march through the streets, and fireworks light up the night sky for Washington, DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival. The annual celebration is a quintessential DC experience. The blooming cherry blossom trees are the official kick-off to spring in the region. The Capital is never as beautiful as when she’s decked out in pink. The pink and white petals serve as a …
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The Ultimate Family Guide to Visiting Washington DC with Kids
by Tykesha77If you’re planning a trip to the nation’s capital, you’re in for a treat. And if you’re not? Well, my ‘ultimate family guide to visiting Washington, DC’ itinerary might just change your mind. From world-renowned museums to globally inspired cuisine, this city is steeped in far more than just history. Although, the history alone is a great reason to visit. As a DC native who was born and raised in the area, I’m ready to …
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Top 7 Best Family Weekend Getaways from Washington DC
by Tykesha77As the capital of the United States, Washington, D.C. is a major city with a large population. Even though there is so much to see and do in DC, sometimes it’s nice to get away for the weekend. It’s especially nice to go somewhere outdoorsy to get some fresh air away from the city life. Fortunately, DC is in a central area that makes it easy to travel and go on a weekend trip away. …
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A Visit to the International Spy Museum in Washington DC
by Tykesha77There are more spies, per capita, in Washington, DC, than any other city in the world. – Them/What They Said I’ve heard this unverifiable statement countless times since I moved to the Washington, DC area that I’m convinced, it must be true. And as the spy capital of the world, no trip to Washington, DC would be complete without a trip to the International Spy Museum, which houses the largest collection of spy artifacts on …
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7 Best Things to Do in Washington DC in the Summer
by Tykesha77Planning a trip to Washington DC this summer? Whether you’re embarking on a solo adventure or taking a much-needed family vacation, our nation’s capital is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations for about a million reasons. We all know that Washington DC is home to a rich history depicted through a plethora of monuments, memorials, and museums. But there’s so much more to it than that. This vibrant city is also a premier …