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Planning to travel to Washington, DC? We have all the tips!
My sister lives in the DC area, and we’ve been visiting her a couple of times per year for several years. So luckily, we have a local to help us out! Because we love the DC area so much, we’re going to share with you the top things to do in DC plus where to stay, eat, and play in the nation’s capital for the perfect trip!
From day trips to best eats, this the ultimate podcast guide for travel to Washington, DC!
Would you visit DC? Have you already been? Let us know in the comments or you can reach us on Twitter @wwhoneymoon, Instagram @worldwidehoneymoon, or email [email protected].
Table of Contents
Time Stamps Travel to Washington, DC:
- 0:15- Intro
- 0:32- Updates/chat
- 4:56- Topic intro
- 7:18- Thoughts prior to travel to Washington, DC
- 12:43- First impressions of DC
- 16:43- How to get to DC and getting around
- 18:45- Where to stay in DC
- 19:47- When to visit DC
- 23:25- Top things to do in DC
- 38:47- Day trips from DC
- 39:48- Where to eat/drink in DC
- 46:03- Best meal/drink in DC
- 47:50- Would we go back?
- 49:07- Wrap up
Helpful Links and Further Reading:
- Perfect 3-Day Washington, DC Itinerary (This includes all the details discussed in this podcast episode)
- Cherry Blossom Festival
- Where to Stay:
- Budget: Crowne Plaza Crystal City
- Mid-Range: River Inn
- Luxury: The Hay-Adams
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- Best Guide to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Things to do in Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Winter
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- Top 10 US Cities to Visit
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