City Breaks & Travel Deals To Washington DC, USA

When most people think of Washington, DC, the first things that come to mind are the White House and presidents past and present. Although it is true that the town is most well known for being the capital of one of the most powerful countries in the world, the United States, and a political and financial center in the country and global influence, city breaks in Washington offer many other things. People fail to realize that the city is home to almost a million regular people living and working there, and building lives. These people and the generations before them built a settlement made up of various cultures and a very interesting history and because the city is over 20% parklands and there are three rivers running through it, there is plenty of opportunity to spend time outdoors. The city-state is located in central eastern United States near the Atlantic seaboard and is bordered by the states of Maryland and Virginia. The fact that it is located slightly inland from the ocean means that Washington experiences weather that is bit drier than those near the coast, but the proximity to the Atlantic means the city enjoy four distinct seasons with hot summers and cool, snowy winters.

One thing that locals and visitors to the city love is the famous festivals that take part throughout the year, so breaks in Washington are generally very exciting for this reason as well. "The National Cherry Blossom Festival" is a celebration in honor of the 3,000 cherry trees presented to the city as a gift from Tokyo in 1912. More than 700,000 people come to the city each April to spend two weeks celebrating the beginning of spring. Guests see marching bands, tap dancing and choir performances, clowns and an antique car show. At "Filmfest DC", guests enjoy many film showcases from a range of cultures and traditions from over 30 countries. These screenings take place in various venues around the city and there are a variety of seminars and workshops available. "The Capitol Jazz Fest", which takes place in June each year, is the largest showcase of contemporary jazz in the world. The festival sees performances on three stages and features both aspiring and well-known jazz musicians from all over. Other year-round attractions include the famous "Smithsonian Museum", "The Air and Space Museum", "Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum", "The National Museum of American History" and, of course, "The White House". Breaks in Washington, DC are also known for famous monuments and landmarks that include "The National Monument", "The Arlington National Cemetery", "The Pentagon Building", "The Library of Congress", "Union Station", "The Lincoln Memorial", and the "Vietnam Veterans Memorial".

When seeking budget accommodations for a vacation in Washington, there are many options. The District Hotel offers great value and offers wireless Internet service and free continental breakfast every morning. At the District Hotel, guests enjoy a quiet atmosphere in close proximity to many sights and attractions in the city. The Embassy Inn is furnished in a federalist style and guests have access to a comfortable lobby where can enjoy books and a glass of sherry in the evening. The Fairmont Washington is a luxury property located in the city's west end that offers guests access to several dining options, a spa and health club and fitness facilities. At The Four Seasons Hotel, guests enjoy fine dining, a spa, fitness facilities and a swimming pool.

There are a number of tours and day trips available to tourists taking delight in breaks in Washington. One that everyone should take is a city tour. Whether it is a guided tour on foot or by bus, a city tour is a great way to see a lot of the area and to learn some of the history. Other trips that go to areas outside the metropolitan zone include Charlottesville, Gettysburg, Mount Vernon, and Alexandria. A variety of tours are available at various locations as well and include river cruises, twilight tours, segway tours, trolley tours, bike tours and sunset tours. There is even a candlelight tour at Mount Vernon and a spy tour that takes guests to 25 of the most notorious espionage sites in the last 65 years.

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