Visitors to Washington quickly notice the total absence of good food around the monuments and museums. The only options on the Mall are vending trucks selling hots dogs and other junk at outrageous prices. Fortunately, the situation is not as bleak as it first appears. Good food is not far away up Seventh Street. Seventh [...]
In preparation for the Sahara hike in November, I decided to do an Irish hike in July. Coming with me was my friend Mick (he calls me Mick, I call him Mick – and we know where we are), who is one of those lunatics who actually enjoy this sort of thing! Day One Mick’s [...]
The oppressive humidity is here just like every summer in Washington. Also present are the masses of tourists that regularly hit the city once school’s over. Yet there are still plenty of good reasons to pay the Capital a visit. The Smithsonian Folk Festival starts June 23 and runs to July 4. The festival, which [...]
In a Blink of an Eye Summer is coming to an end and the tourists are heading out. Washingtonians are scrambling to the beaches in a last ditch effort to work on their summer tans, and the city is gearing up for the spectacular fall show. All summer long I’ve given you lots of FREE [...]
Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot! This is the National Anthem for Washington in the summer. Average temperature in the District between July and August is in the 90′s; add a touch of humidity; a full day of sunshine and mid-day temps can peak at 98-105 degrees. The only thing you will want to do if you [...]
If any city knows how to throw a 4th of July blowout, it’s DC. Being the Nation’s Capital, they not only have to throw one helluva party but also need to put all our hard-earned tax dollars to good use. With so many events, I guarantee you’ll find something to make this day unforgettable! Single, [...]
Nature Got Your Fancy? Audobon Naturalist Society 8940 Jones Mill Rd. Chevy Chase MD, (301) 652-9188 Free admission Bird watchers will love visiting the 40-acre grounds of the headquarters of the Audobon Naturalist Society. The grounds contain numerous types of birds as seen in their natural habitat. There is also a bookstore that has books [...]
BootsnAll.com – Nature Escapes in Washington, DC Saludos! I was born in New York, raised in Miami, and have been living in this spectacular cultural den for the past two years. My decision to become a correspondent is totally selfish; I want to gain travel writing experience before I begin my year long journey through [...]
Hungry? Cheap Bites (Courtesy of: Washingtonian.com) A&J Restaurant: 1319 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD Very good northern Chinese food served in a cheerful if spare little dining room. Don’t miss the shredded pork and mustard green soup, beef dumplings or cold salads. Credit cards aren’t accepted, and no alcohol is served. Bardia’s New Orleans Cafe 2412 [...]
Washington DC – My “Don’t Miss” Picks Day One You’ll need rugged walking boots for this marathon. Take the Blue/Orange Line to Foggy Bottom – GW metro stop. When you get out of the metro make a left and walk about 6 blocks and you are on your way. Begin at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial [...]
Washington DC – My “Don’t Miss” Picks Day One You’ll need rugged walking boots for this marathon. Take the Blue/Orange Line to Foggy Bottom – GW metro stop. When you get out of the metro make a left and walk about 6 blocks and you are on your way. Begin at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial [...] 