Washington DC, Splurge!

I have heard so many people say how much they love going to Washington, DC, but I never knew why. I always thought it was a bunch of monuments and history but nothing new and exciting. I was very wrong. I found new places to eat that are very edgy and exciting as well as a fun part of town called Adams-Morgan in the NW part of DC. DC is full of things to explore, if you give it a chance.

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Founding Farmers
In the heart of DC is a restaurant that many may now know about, but they should. It's called Founding Farmers. Located just three blocks West of the White House, the restaurant building is a farmhouse with old wood, comfortable seating and beautiful community farm tables where family and friends can gather and enjoy a great meal, and ... More >
In the heart of DC is a restaurant that many may now know about, but they should. It's called Founding Farmers. Located just three blocks West of the White House, the restaurant building is a farmhouse with old wood, comfortable seating and beautiful community farm tables where family and friends can gather and enjoy a great meal, and many were when I visited, as the place was hopping. The first floor holds the main dining room and bar area with a mix of booth and table seating. Up the grand stair, framed on one side by the exterior wall of the IMF building, find the mezzanines silo-shaped booths and more handcrafted community tables, plus smaller, cozy arrangements for a more intimate setting. Why go? The food was delicious, and more options than I knew what to do with.
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Whitehouse
I have never been inside the White House, but it's neat just to visit it. It's a great place to take your kids and explain that this is where the president lives, and it could be a lesson on government right then and there; call it a learning experience.
Amidst all the monuments and busy tourists it's nice to sit down and reflect at the reflecting pool.
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Reflecting Pool
Set between two monuments the Reflecting Pool is a calm place to visit. Amidst all the monuments and busy tourists it's nice to sit down and reflect at the reflecting pool.
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Adam's Inn
Adams Inn offers comfort, charm, and affordability, plus a friendly and knowledgeable staff that goes out of its way to be helpful. Within walking distance is the metrobus, and the circulator bus where you can hop on for $1 a trip. It's also walking distance to a buzzing nightlife full of restaurants, bars and shops. This is a perfect... More >
Adams Inn offers comfort, charm, and affordability, plus a friendly and knowledgeable staff that goes out of its way to be helpful. Within walking distance is the metrobus, and the circulator bus where you can hop on for $1 a trip. It's also walking distance to a buzzing nightlife full of restaurants, bars and shops. This is a perfect location for the young at heart.
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DC Metro Food Tours
For those of you who don't know me or my husband, you need to know that we LOVE food, and we love to eat. We also love to try new foods when we travel, so DC Food Tours was a perfect combination for us when we were in DC earlier this month. The Eastern Market Food Tour will give you an inside look at the legendary market. You will hav... More >
For those of you who don't know me or my husband, you need to know that we LOVE food, and we love to eat. We also love to try new foods when we travel, so DC Food Tours was a perfect combination for us when we were in DC earlier this month. The Eastern Market Food Tour will give you an inside look at the legendary market. You will have the opportunity to meet the long standing vendors and taste their specialties which include a variety of local products produced and grown within the Washington DC area.
Located just three blocks West of the White House, the restaurant building is a farmhouse with old wood, comfortable seating and beautiful community farm tables where family and friends can gather and enjoy ...
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National World War II Memorial
I think sometimes it's good to reflect and remember the rough times we have gone through as a country. It can only make us stronger. This is a great spot to take children on a field trip for a lesson. The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20th Century, t... More
I think sometimes it's good to reflect and remember the rough times we have gone through as a country. It can only make us stronger. This is a great spot to take children on a field trip for a lesson. The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20th Century, the memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice, and commitment of the American people. The Second World War is the only 20th Century event commemorated on the National Malls central axis
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Melinda Harvey Fathel
Melinda Harvey Fathel
Finishing the work on our new home, trying to be the best wife I can, and enjoying being the mommy of two cat babies (abby & dewey) :) Sean and I are married - - - April 26, 2008!!! Love Languages...what's yours? http://www.youthnetsouthampton.org.uk/breakout/lovelanguages.php My primary love language is probably Physical Touch with a secondary love language being Words of Affirmation.
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