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The Blockbuster Attractions Washington, D.C., Is Unveiling for America’s 250th Birthday

As the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., is in the spotlight for America’s 250th birthday celebrations in 2026. To coincide with the big anniversary, the city is rolling out a number…

A Chesapeake Bay Cruise with American Cruise Lines: Our Review

Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising.In business for decades, family-owned American Cruise Lines (ACL), which devotes itself exclusively…

The Best Museums in Washington, D.C.

Updated November 1, 2024 Washington, D.C., is home to one of the world's most remarkable collections of museums: the Smithsonian Institution. The "Nation's Attic" preserves and…

What You’ll See on the Newly Expanded, More Interactive Tour of the White House

While we all stress out over who will move into the White House in January, one of the building's current occupants has unveiled some long-in-the-works upgrades to how visitors…

5 Great Restaurants in Washington, DC, for Latin and Hispanic Cuisine: Mexican, José Andrés, and More

The Latino population in Washington, DC, has been on the upswing since the 1980s, and it now forms the U.S. capital city’s largest and fastest-growing minority group. Out of DC’s…

Amtrak’s New Night Owl Fares Will Get You Around the East Coast for $5 to $20

Amtrak is bestowing a gift on night owls and early birds. The national rail carrier has rolled out new low fares for select departures between 7pm and 5am on some of its busy Northeast…

Reservations for Top Tourist Attractions Are Now Essential—and Here to Stay

Are you the sort of traveler who plans everything ahead of your trip or flies by the seat of your pants? When it comes to seeing many of the world's top tourist attractions, momentum…

MGM Resorts in Legal Hot Water Over Resort Fee "Lies"

If you have traveled or shopped for travel in the past few months, you've probably noticed a vexing trend: Many hotels in the United States have drastically curtailed amenities because…

Freedom Trail: A New Walking Tour of the D.C. Area's Underground Railroad

“$200 Reward.—Ran away from the service of the Rev. J. P. McGuire, Episcopal High School, Fairfax county. Va., on Saturday, 10th inst. Negro Man, Oscar Payne, aged 30 years, 5 feet 4…

U.S. Army Museum Finally Has an Opening Date—Take a Preview Video Tour

The opening of the newly constructed National Museum of the United States Army was originally scheduled for summer 2020. The coronavirus pandemic put a delay in those plans, but now…

U.S. Army Museum Opening June 2020

The United States Army has set an opening date for its new museum honoring the oldest branch of the U.S. military.The National Museum of the United States Army will begin welcoming…

Closed for Three Years, D.C.'s Washington Monument Finally Has a Reopening Date

The Washington Monument in America's capital will reopen to the public on Thursday, September 19, the National Park Service has announced. The 555-foot-tall marble-and-granite obelisk…

Amtrak Introducing New Nonstop Rail Service Between NYC and DC

Starting on September 23, Amtrak is offering direct rail service between New York City and Washington, D.C., aboard its sleek and speedy Acela trains.That trip currently takes about 3…

See Cool Gadgets and Test Your Espionage Skills at D.C.’s New Spy Museum

The new and improved International Spy Museum, which opened May 12 in Washington, D.C., claims to house “the world’s largest public display of authentic spy tools and gadgets.” Among…

Better Visit D.C.'s Newseum Soon: It Closes in 2020

Just a little more than 10 years after unveiling a splashy new steel-and-glass building on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., the journalism-focused Newseum has announced it will…

Oldest Building on D.C.'s National Mall Reopens After Restoration

You've probably never heard of the Lockkeeper's House in Washington, D.C.There's a good reason for that. It's been closed for decades. But this unassuming stone building at the corner…

D.C.’s African American Museum Tests a Change to Its Admissions Policy

The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. is trying out a new admissions practice this month.Each Wednesday in April, visitors can simply walk up…

U.S. Civil Rights Trail Links Dozens of Historic Sites in 14 States

Fourteen states, covering a chunk of the U.S. from Delaware to Kansas, are joining together to promote tourism to more than 100 landmarks crucial to the struggle for civil rights.The…

Hotel for Liberals Coming to Washington, D.C.

Well-to-do liberal travelers with lodging preferences that are more detailed than "anywhere but a Trump hotel" now have a brand aimed squarely at securing their business. In 2018,…

Family-Friendly Hotels in Washington, D.C.

Taking the family to Washington, D.C.? Make sure you book the best hotel for your crew's needs and budget, whether that means finding a location close enough to have a view of the…

Waterfront Entertainment Complex in D.C. Set to Open Oct. 12

A soon-to-open waterfront development in Washington, D.C. is set to offer visitors a bunch of new dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation options just south of the National…

The Best Shopping in Washington, D.C.'s Georgetown and Dupont Circle

Georgetown is and always will be Washington, D.C.'s main shopping area, though nearby Dupont Circle can certainly give the neighborhood a run for its (and your) money. Most of the…

New Hotels, a Hostel at Chernobyl, and the National Mall's Oldest Building: Today's Travel Briefing

JUNE 14, 2017 HOTEL DEVELOPMENTS: A MID-PRICED TRUMP CHAIN AND THE FIRST WEST ELM HOTEL LOCATIONTwo widely known brands have recently made announcements that could have a big impact on…

Vacation in One of the Less Popular Destinations This Summer for a Fine Travel Experience

“Where shall we go for our summer vacation?” When those of us willing to travel a fair distance are asked that familiar question, the answer is usually a number of familiar…

Remote Caribbean Islands Now Easier to Reach, White House Tours to Resume, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning, everybody! Here's the latest from the world's historical landmarks and island paradises.* WHITE HOUSE TOURS TO RESUME IN MARCH (Condé Nast Traveler)The White House will…