Washington DC Archives - Casual Travelist Travel and food, with a dash of adventure Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:19:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://casualtravelist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/favicon.png Washington DC Archives - Casual Travelist 32 32 6 Tips for Seeing the Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/cherry-blossoms-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/cherry-blossoms-washington-dc/#comments Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:08:40 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=4052 While Washington DC is great destination any time of year, it is particularly magical in the springtime when Washington DC’s cherry blossoms bloom in a burst of pinks and whites highlighting the beauty of the American capital. One of my favorite cities, I try to get to Washington DC as often as I can but
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/cherry-blossoms-washington-dc/feed/ 60 25 Tips for your First Trip to Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/travel-tips-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/travel-tips-washington-dc/#comments Thu, 16 Jan 2020 21:01:00 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=5665 Once known best for monuments and museums, the White House and the Capitol; Washington DC has shed it’s formerly buttoned up reputation to become one of the most dynamic cities in the United States.  A visit to the American capital today finds eclectic neighborhoods, an ever-changing roster of cultural events and one of the most exciting food scenes in the world.
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/travel-tips-washington-dc/feed/ 72 One Great Weekend-How to Spend 48 Hours in Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/weekend-in-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/weekend-in-washington-dc/#comments Tue, 25 Sep 2018 22:28:36 +0000 https://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=18827 With history around every corner, a vibrant cultural community and one of the most exciting culinary scenes in the country Washington DC is a great city for a weekend trip. You could spend weeks exploring Washington DC’s museums, monuments and neighborhoods and feel like you haven’t even scratched the surface but with a little planning
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/weekend-in-washington-dc/feed/ 10 My Favorite Luxury Hotels in Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/luxury-hotels-in-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/luxury-hotels-in-washington-dc/#comments Mon, 20 Aug 2018 00:15:31 +0000 https://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=17180 Home to political movers and shakers, a vibrant cultural community and a dynamic culinary scene it’s no surprise that Washington DC is a city I gladly find myself returning to time and time again. When I visit Washington DC I have stayed in everything from airbnbs and basic corporate hotels to creative and quirky boutique
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/luxury-hotels-in-washington-dc/feed/ 3 Intercontinental Washington DC at the Wharf-Modern Luxury in DC’s Wharf Waterfront District https://casualtravelist.com/intercontinental-washington-dc-review/ https://casualtravelist.com/intercontinental-washington-dc-review/#comments Mon, 26 Feb 2018 23:43:05 +0000 https://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=15783 I recently returned to Washington DC for a convention. One of my all-time favorite cities, there is always something new for me to check out whenever I visit Washington DC. I’d heard great things about the Wharf District, a new development along Washington DC’s southwest waterfront and wanted to see what this neighborhood had in
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/intercontinental-washington-dc-review/feed/ 5 3 Meals: Where to Eat in Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/where-to-eat-in-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/where-to-eat-in-washington-dc/#comments Tue, 12 Sep 2017 01:13:03 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=8800 With some of the hottest restaurants in the country, a dizzying variety of cuisines and good food at every price point there has never been a better time for a foodie to visit Washington DC. One of the most frustrating things for visitors is matching up a tasty meal with sightseeing. Diners in DC are
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/where-to-eat-in-washington-dc/feed/ 19 My Gold Level Experience at the Fairmont Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/gold-level-fairmont-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/gold-level-fairmont-washington-dc/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2017 00:53:24 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=9485 With history around every corner, a growing arts community and one of the most exciting culinary scenes in the country it’s little surprise that Washington DC is one of my favorite stops for a city break. The Capitol is spoiled for choice when it comes to great hotels but I couldn’t pass up a chance
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/gold-level-fairmont-washington-dc/feed/ 18 Beyond the Monuments: Washington DC Art Galleries to Check out Right Now https://casualtravelist.com/washington-dc-art-galleries/ https://casualtravelist.com/washington-dc-art-galleries/#comments Sat, 12 Aug 2017 17:30:39 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=8752 Washington DC is famous for its monuments but visitors are often surprised to find a vibrant art scene in the capital. Shedding it’s buttoned up reputation these Washington DC art galleries are showing off the capital’s creative side. A weekend is the perfect length of time to check out the art scene in Washington DC;
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/washington-dc-art-galleries/feed/ 49 Capital Elegance at the Fairmont Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/review-fairmont-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/review-fairmont-washington-dc/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2016 01:09:47 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=4081 I travel to Washington DC often and I’m always on the lookout for the right hotel for the right trip. DC is a large city full of diverse and unique neighborhoods and I’ve spent some time exploring a number of them; Dupont Circle’s lively vibe,the politico airs of downtown, Capitol Hill’s classic meets funky charm
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]]> https://casualtravelist.com/review-fairmont-washington-dc/feed/ 34 The Madison Hotel- My Correct Address in Washington DC https://casualtravelist.com/the-loews-madison-hotel-my-correct-address-in-washington-dc/ https://casualtravelist.com/the-loews-madison-hotel-my-correct-address-in-washington-dc/#comments Sun, 17 May 2015 22:13:52 +0000 http://casualtravelist.com/blog/?p=2509 Washington DC is one of my favorite cities for a quick weekend break. History,a vibrant culinary scene, world-class museums and an endless array of festivals and events make DC a perfect place for me to return to again and again. What I hadn’t found though, was the perfect hotel. Each visit I’d stay in a
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