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 Washington, DC On About $100 a Day
There are many affordable options for lodging when visiting
Washington, DC. If it 's the home away from home feeling you are looking for, try a cozy neighborhood B&B,
like Adam s Inn (www.adamsinn.com) or Kalorama
Guest House (www.kaloramaguesthouse.com). Washington
s B&B s are unique, reasonably priced and offer complimentary breakfast. A night at Adam s Inn is $99 and Kalorama
Guest House is $55. If you want to get a bit of the wilderness on your stay, Cherry Hill Park
(www.cherryhillpark.com) is the closest RV park to Washington, DC.
With the $38 a night price, the park provides free transportation into the city at multiple times during the day,
allowing you to plan your vacation according to your schedule.
A strict budget won 't leave your hunger lingering. Washington, DC is known to please any appetite or taste. If
you are looking for a menu filled with low-fat vegetarian meals, pasta and sandwiches Café Luna
(www.skewers-cafeluna.com) is the place to visit. Even with a menu
starting at $4, every week, Sunday through Wednesday, either pizza, pasta or a bottle of wine is half-price. If
the rare energy doesn' t excite you, the great prices will. Before you leave DC, a visit to Ben 's Chili
Bowl (www.benschilibowl.com) is a must. This family owned
restaurant has become a DC landmark over the years. Staying true to its roots, you can enjoy the same feel locals
felt in 1958. At Ben 's you can get a $3 chili dog, $4 burger, $4 chili half smoke and even a few vegetarian options.
You can also grab an inexpensive meal during happy hour. When you are ready to let loose, it s not hard to find
a cheap drink and free food during happy hour in DC. Enjoy a low-priced drink and complimentary wood fired pizza,
during happy hour at Ella s Pizza (www.ellaspizza.com).
Drink prices start at $3 and complimentary pizza is served 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The upscale atmosphere at
Ozio Restaurant & Lounge (www.oziodc.com) offers its
visitors free appetizers with the purchase of a drink during happy hour. McCormick & Schmick s Seafood
Restaurant (www.mccormickandschmicks.com), brings the
freshest seafood to Washington. During happy hour a $1.95 bar food menu is offered with items including burgers,
tacos, dip and oysters.
When looking for entertainment in Washington, DC, one thing s for sure, you don 't have to spend a dime. In a city
that is filled with historic attractions it s hard not to learn a thing or two as you tour the free monuments and
museums. If a self-guided historical walking route is of interest, Cultural Tourism DC (www.culturaltourismdc.org)
offers many different free tour routes throughout DC. On a warm day, take a break inside one of the cool Smithsonian
museums. If history doesn' t stimulate your mind, all you have to say is Show me the money! At the Bureau
of Engraving and Printing take a free tour and watch the money come hot off the presses. You can enjoy
a free concert or performance every day at 6:00 p.m. on the Millennium Stage at The John F. Kennedy Center
for the Performing Arts (www.kennedy-center.org). Public
transportation in DC fits everyone 's budget. A Metrorail (www.wmata.com)
one-day pass costs $6.50 and the DC Circulator (www.dccirculator.com)
fare is $1.00.
If you' re looking to celebrate a great year, splurge for a special occasion or pamper yourself with a taste of
the good life, you 'll find it in DC. You' ll want to stay with the best. For historic elegance there is The Hay-Adams
(www.hayadams.com) or the Willard (www.washington.intercontinental.com).
If you want to be near Georgetown s shops and restaurants, Park Hyatt Washington (www.parkwashington.hyatt.com)
or Four Seasons Hotel (www.fourseasons.com/washington)
fits the bill. Or if you want an exotic feel, the Mandarin Oriental (www.mandarin-oriental.com)
on the SW waterfront may do the trick. If you want a view of the White House, and want to feel as if you were invited
by the President, The Hay-Adams Hotel ($600/ a night) and Willard ($370/a night) are places to stay. The luxurious
new Park Hyatt Washington ($450/ a night), and Four Seasons Hotel ($375/ a night) are easy on the eye, but you
will also experience excellent service, complimented by the warmth of American heritage. Don' t be scared to pretend
as if you were in another country. At the Mandarin Oriental ($895/ a night), oriental elegance is blended with
the best of Washington, DC. With its internationally recognized luxury and service, you won' t have to be hesitant
to try something new with a little flare.
Fine dining is a known delicacy in DC. If you are staying at the Mandarin Oriental, you have the exquisite and
modern American cuisine of CityZen (www.mandarinoriental.com)
right at your fingertips. The modern cuisine and décor shows why it was recently recognized as one of the
Hottest Restaurants in the World. CityZen also features Chef Eric Ziebold, former chef of Thomas Keller s The French
Laundry. A fixed three course menu is priced at $75. In Georgetown, Michel Richard Citronelle
(www.citronelledc.com) combines East Coast-style dining with a stylish
atmosphere. Chef Michel Richard will transport you into a place where joyful spirits and fresh ingredients are
parts of the menu. A fixed dinner menu is priced at $85 to $150. Travel to Maestro (www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/tysons_corner)
in Tyson s Corner where you can marvel at the creations of the acclaimed Chef Fabio Trabbochi, who was awarded
the James Beard Award for best chef in the Mid-Atlantic. A fixed dinner menu is available Tuesday through Saturday,
prices ranging from $85 to $150.
Even though you can see the monuments during the day, don' t be afraid to take a look at them in another light.
A horse and carriage ride by Carriages of the Capitol (www.carriagesofthecapital.com)
around the historic monuments not only offers a romantic time, but also a different view of the city. A Segway
Safari and rental from Segs in the City (www.segsinthecity.net)
is a fun way to get around DC. The price to go on a Safari Tour or rent these self-balancing, fully battery powered
devices, starts at $45.
Don' t think you can' t shop 'til you drop in DC. There is lots of shopping to be done at the new Collection
at Chevy Chase (www.thecollectionatchevychase.com).
The collection of exclusive shops includes, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo and much more.
The best part is shoppers won' t go hungry. The collection also, includes a large array of dining options. The
Shops at Georgetown Park (www.shopsatgeorgetownpark.com)
is filled with a multitude of boutique shops, such as the bohemian emporium Anthropologie, the
designer showcase at Intermix and the designer shoe haven of Hu s Shoes.
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About the Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation: The Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation, the lead destination marketing organization
for the nation s capital, is a private, non-profit membership organization of nearly 1,000 businesses committed
to marketing the area as a premier global convention, tourism and special events destination with a special emphasis
on the arts, cultural and historic communities. www.washington.org.
June 2006
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