Back from Washington D.C.

I did something a little different this time and took a trip w/ my male single friend and had a great time. We drove to DC from NY but recommend taking the train as well.

MY RIDE:ALL ABOARD AMTRAK: Board the Acela Express : Enjoy superior comfort, upscale amenities, and polished professional service - at speeds up to 150 mph - aboard Acela Express. Let's Fly Away:Airports to fly into if you are coming from across the country: Washington Dulles International Airport Hub for United Airlines - www.unitedairlines.com Hub for Jet Blue Airlines - www.jetblue.com Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Hub for US Airways - www.usairways.com

MY DIGGS: Travel Tip: Go to www.hotels.comfor deals and last minute discounts, we made our reservation the same day and got a great price. We chose Hilton Garden Inn on 14th SW in the heart of the city. $$ TheDish: DC has some great restaurants so we dined at Smith and Wollensky Steakhouse. www.smithandwollensky.com$$$ In the heart of downtown Washington DC, Smith & Wollensky's world-class food and service is brought to you in many settings - some quiet, others bustling with action. Inside the main dining room décor is a juxtaposition of fun and formality blending cream-colored walls, brass, and polished wood floors with whimsical antiques and artifacts. FANTASTIC STEAKS AND SEAFOOD

SOCIAL BUTTERFLY: There are plenty of sites to visit in the capitol for more info. go towww.thingstododc.com. MY Fav. DAY: National Zoo - WOW great attraction. www.nationalzoo.si.edu My Fav: The Pandas and small mammals. Although there is no admission charge to get in the zoo there is a parking charge and they charge you by the hr. We were there for 3 hours and paid $15.00. $

Night: Dance, Dance, Dance - Park on 14th. Beautiful people were going into the club and great music coming out. Park plays hip hop, old skool and house music. Call for Info. 703- 819 5745. Lots of singles at this club. I had no problem hooking up with a dance partner. $$ Travel Tip: Bring a map or GPS to get around if you are driving if you have no wheels this city has great public transportation and Taxi's galore……. *All prices are seasonal and subject to change without notice