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Zentan Singapore Salad from Susur Lee
Winter Weekends in Washington

6 ideas to escape into the District for a perfect weekend.

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buzz bakery
Cabin Fever Cure: 6 Mini-Vacation Ideas in D.C.

A great place to stay, a cool new restaurant, shopping tips and more in our perfect-weekend guide.

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Clifton Inn, Charlottesville, Va.
Fall-Winter Getaway Gems in Charlottesville

Thomas Jefferson's fair town has plenty of wonderful spots, and we found one tucked into the hills. It's worth the drive there...and return visits.

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Shenandoah Mountains fall colors
5 Great Leaf-Watching Spots Close to D.C.

Forget the tried and true...and the crowds. Don't miss our favorite places to take in the fall's brilliant colors.

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Hotel Rouge
Fall Weekend Ideas

5 gems we'll think you'll love, from food to an amazing place to stay.

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"Shadows" at Hirshhorn Museum, Andy Warhol
12 Fun Things to Do in D.C. This Fall

 

Warm days, cool nights, and our best picks for theater, music and exhibit openings at museums and galleries around town. 

 

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Video: How to Navigate D.C.’s Confusing Streets
Video: How to Navigate D.C.’s Confusing Streets

We created an easy-to-follow (and quick) video to show locals and visitors how to figure out streets and circles of D.C.

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Lounge at the Renaissance Washington D.C. Dupont Circle Hotel
6 Summer Weekend Ideas in D.C.

From a great place to stay to a memorable meal, our picks for the best in-town fun this summer.

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Watershed restaurant, Washington DC
6 Ideas to Jump-Start Your Summer Weekends

From perfect restaurant options to great places to stay and shop, our picks for 48 hours of fun in D.C.

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Enid A. Haupt Garden, Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
6 Great Spring Weekend Ideas

From amazing food to sweet gardens, our big ideas for the blossom season in Washington.

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PAUL Bakery in Washington D.C.
6 Ways to Jump-Start Winter Weekends in Washington

Dining, hotels, nightlife and more: Here are our ideas for 48 sweet hours in D.C.

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Splendor on the James: Kingsmill Resort

Spa, indoor pool and offseason help with your golf game, the resort has the makings a sweet winter getaway...without the 'tude.

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6 Ways to Jump-Start Holiday Weekends in Washington

From food to shopping, our suggestions for getting a head start on enjoying the great weekends ahead.

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6 Ideas to Jump-Start Fall

Gorgeous weekends await, and we have suggestions on how to spend them in town...from food to fashion.

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D.C.'s Best Neighborhoods

This town has some sweet hoods, and they're packed with our favorites: dining, shopping, galleries and more. Here are 60+ reasons to get out and roam. 

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6 Ideas to Cure End-of-Summer Blues

From a sublime Turkish eatery to great sleeps, here's how to seize the last days of summer in D.C.

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Perfect D.C. Weekend: 5 Summer Ideas

Five amazing things to do in D.C. in just 48 hours.

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Goodstone Inn: Rural Elegance

Virginia's Goodstone Inn offers divine rurual solitude and plenty of activities. And dining? Don't bother leaving the property.

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Four Hikes Close to D.C.

Don't have time for a trek to the Shenandoah? Stick close to Washington with these four hikes that will give you a workout and a smile.

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