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Washington, D.C.
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The capital city that John F. Kennedy once panned for its "Southern efficiency and Northern charm" continues to rebuild itself into the world-class cultural and culinary capital it was always meant to be. Always revered for its astonishing collection of museums and historical troves, D.C. has lately become a burgeoning music hub and-more surprisingly-a foodie's playground, with hotter-than-thou restaurants opening seemingly every week. Of course, amidst all the upheaval, the nation's capital is still enthralled and defined by power-only now, with a new, younger guard ensconced, Washington's political establishment all the more accurately reflects the city's remarkably vibrant and diverse population. See the slideshow.
Don't Miss
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Hearing history (or just trouble) being made, on the floors of the Senate and House.
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Strolling the Mall and taking in the monumental vistas—a walk best done in spring, with the bloom of the cherry blossoms.
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A meal in one of K Street’s culinary hot spots, followed by live music in the trendy U Street area.
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Hotel Palomar
The hotel attracts sophisticated, creative types rather than buttoned-up politicos.
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Ben's Chili Bowl
This humble joint is a mecca for chili-dog lovers as well as a time capsule, since it was one of
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Tourist resources for D.C.
The Web site of Washington’s tourist board (www.washington.org) is updated daily to showcase special events. If you’re planning to hit any or all of the 19 national museums in the city, www.gosmith... More
The Metro in D.C.
Its reach is limited, but the Metro is amazingly clean and comfortable. Trains have upholstered seats, and there are lighted platform signs telling when the next train will arrive. Even better, it’... More
Getting to D.C. by train
Union Station, set just behind the Capitol, is a hub for Amtrak, with direct trains north as far as Montreal and south as far as Florida.
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Of the three airports serving D.C.— Reagan National, Dulles International, and Baltimore-Washington International (or BWI)—Reagan is far and away the most pleasant and convenient. It’s in Alexandri... More
When to go to D.C.
Spring and fall are best. The blossoming of the cherry trees in March and April (there are thousands of them throughout the city) is a justly famous draw. If you can handle the heat, the July 4th c... More