A lot of fast casual restaurants in Washington, DC use the LevelUp app. Restaurants adopted this technology because it’s an easy way for them to offer a reward program without having to use old-fashioned punch cards or build an app themselves. To entice customers to use it you can get free food credit on your…Read More
If you’re planning to ride the DC Metro then you must get a SmarTrip card. These are easy to purchase at any Metro rail station. However, a big question that many visitors have is, “how much money do I need to add to my card”? DC Metro SmarTrip Card - How Much Money Do You…Read More
Georgetown is a popular destination for Washington, DC visitors. Between the picturesque row houses, the high-end shopping and the restaurants, there’s a lot to see and do. Don’t just stick to the main drag. Check out some of these off-the-beaten-path hidden gems of Georgetown. Watch this video on YouTube Tudor Place Tudor Place is the…Read More
One of the coolest things about traveling is finding the little hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The kind of place only locals know about. Unfortunately, we don’t have that many in Washington, DC. But if you’re looking for one, you may find what you’re looking for at the Well Dressed Burrito. Best Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant in DC?Watch this video…Read More
BWI Airport is an attractive option for domestic travelers because there are a lot of nonstop flights to destinations all over the country. The downside is that it is technically the airport for Baltimore, so it’s really far from DC. Fortunately, there is an easy and cheap way to get from BWI to DC. How…Read More
The Old Post Office Tower is one of the best views in DC. The Washington Monument gets all the attention, but the Old Post Office Tower offers amazing views and is much less crowded! How to Get to the TOP of the Old Post Office Tower in DCWatch this video on YouTube The Old Post…Read More
The most important thing to know about White House tours is that the require serious planning. Check out our post about how to request White House tickets from your Member of Congress. The second most important thing to know is what you’re going to see and what you are not. White House tours are an…Read More
Washington, DC Restaurant Week happens twice per year – in January and in August. Restaurants are seasonal businesses. Some times of the year are great for business. Other times, it’s a struggle to fill seats. January is the post-holidays dead of winter and August when families in DC take vacation. Washington, DC Restaurant Week is designed to…Read More
When you start planning your trip to Washington, DC you will discover that every hotel offers parking. And yes, it’s expensive! Many consider the hotel rates completely outrageous. It is not uncommon to see rates for hotel parking in DC in the $40-$50 range per night. If you’re willing to consider another option, we have…Read More
If you’re interested in experiencing Christmas in DC, there are plenty of fun things to keep you busy! These are five of our favorite holiday things to do. What to Do in Washington DC During ChristmasWatch this video on YouTube 1. Christmas trees If you visit Washington, DC before Christmas, you need to check out…Read More
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