Going to Washington D.C.

[aricher]

My wife and I are heading to DC for an extended weekend next Thursday (June 1). Outside of the obvious museums and monuments does anyone have any suggestions for things to do, places to eat, etc? Thanks in advance!

[Flowbee]

It's been about 10 years since I've lived in DC, so I'm not sure where the hot spots are these days, but one thing to keep in mind is that seeing all of those museums and monuments will have you pretty worn out by dinner time. I usually suggest visitors take it easy in the evenings. If you're hell-bent on nightlife, DC has several first-rate jazz clubs... I think Blues Alley in Georgetown is where most of the "big name" acts play.

[Heb1228]

The WWII memorial was incredible when I went last summer. It wasn't built the last time I had been. Thats probably already on your list though.

[Chip NoVaMac]

Ben's Chili Bowl, Kennelworth Aquatic Gardens, the National Arboretum, the Peace Cross, the 9:30 Club, the National Cathedral to name a few.... :)

[exeterbohemian]

be sure to check out m street in georgetown... lots of great shopping, places to eat, etc.

[nbs2]

How flexible are you? By that, are you going to drive or are you training it (I know you can get some good deals from Chicago to DC)? If you are driving, you have more flex in goping to suburbia, but you have the hassle of driving unless you are staying outside the city and Metroing in. Look for Gary's Rant On Metro in this forum for general advice regarding the system here.

Places to eat and such. I think I know the area well enough to give a few suggestions. If you are beef eating types, you will want to go to a Five Guys. Kind of like an In-N-Out, but with more burger toppings and no shakes. They are all over the area - it shouldn't be a problem to find one. While near the White House, you may want to stop at the Burrito Cart on the corner of 15/K NW in front of the CVS. The food is vegan/vegetarian (he offers cheese and sour cream) and is amazing. By food, he sells burritos. If you want something to drink, go to the CVS.

If you hit suburbia, I can suggest sandwiches, crabcakes, BBQ, etc. Also, let me know if you think you might spend a day in Baltimore. Feel free to send me an email or PM me, since I have a tendancy to forget to check threads I'm interested in.

[iGary]

Definitely go have a walk around the DuPont Circle area - lots of good places to eat and a really nice part of town.

Odd, but fun places to go?

Second Story Books - 2000 P St. NW

Sala Thai - http://www.salathaidc.com/ (DuPont)

Rosemary's Thyme Bistro - http://www.washingtonian.com/Dining/Profiles/rosemarys.html (DuPont)

I second Chip's Ben's Chili Bowl.

Those are some prime local recommendations that you will not likely find in a guidebook. ;)

You should definitely try to get into Annapolis for a day, and despite the bitching, Metro is the bast way to get around, depending on if you do/do not have a car. Parking in the city is easier than most people would have you believe.

[nbs2]

Parking in the city is easier than most people would have you believe.
The problem isn't parking (except on holidays). The problem is if you need gas, it'll take a third mortgage and getting around town is painful, especially at rush hour.

[Boggle]

Hmmm, where to start.
Dupont Circle -
Kramer Books & After Words (http://www.kramers.com/). Great little bookstore, outstanding Sunday brunch.
The Brickskeller (http://www.thebrickskeller.com/): over 1000 beers to choose from and very friendly clientelle (kinda smoky though)

Capital Hill
The Two Quail (http://www.twoquail.com/): Great little restaurant, converted town house, every chair looks like it comes out of the intro to Masterpiece Theater. The food is outstanding and pretty fancy, not cheap, but not outrageous.

Currently, there's a Jim Henson Exhibit at one the Smithsonian Museums, can't remember which but that aught to be worth a quick stop in.

DON'T DRIVE. unless you want to understand why ppl support the use of nuclear weapons.

[iGary]

Hmmm, where to start.
Dupont Circle -
Kramer Books & After Words (http://www.kramers.com/). Great little bookstore, outstanding Sunday brunch.
The Brickskeller (http://www.thebrickskeller.com/): over 1000 beers to choose from and very friendly clientelle (kinda smoky though)

Capital Hill
The Two Quail (http://www.twoquail.com/): Great little restaurant, converted town house, every chair looks like it comes out of the intro to Masterpiece Theater. The food is outstanding and pretty fancy, not cheap, but not outrageous.

Currently, there's a Jim Henson Exhibit at one the Smithsonian Museums, can't remember which but that aught to be worth a quick stop in.

DON'T DRIVE. unless you want to understand why ppl support the use of nuclear weapons.

I second Kramers and Brickskeller. ;)

[exeterbohemian]

Definitely go have a walk around the DuPont Circle area - lots of good places to eat and a really nice part of town.


...apex, anyone?

[iGary]

...apex, anyone?

Out of business. :(

[exeterbohemian]

Out of business. :(
since when?

i've never actually been, but my friends talk about it constantly.

[iGary]

since when?

i've never actually been, but my friends talk about it constantly.

Last year - you are talking about the theater, right, not Ex-Badlands?

I saw the directors cut of Donnie Darko a couple of years back there. Nothing like eating and drinking booze whilst watching a movie. :)

[aricher]

Wow - thanks for all the great recommendations everyone. We won't be driving and plan on taking the Metro/cabs everywhere. Living in Chicago we're pretty used to the public transit thing. We're also only there for 4 days and know to not try to do everything - we'll be back sometime. We're pretty omnivorous so all the restaurants/bars sound great and we'll check out as many as possible. Neither my wife or I have been to DC since we were kids and it was something she wanted to do for her 33rd birthday weekend. I've had everyone at work throwing suggestions my direction (WWII mem./Holocost mem, etc) but I figured I could pick up some really good tips for the kind folks here. If anyone thinks of anything else to add to the list please do so. Thanks again.

[Boggle]

enjoy your visit. Have tons of fun. beware of Kennedies when walking at night.

[gwuMACaddict]

Dinner:Cafe Atlantico, best pre-theater menu in town (save you some cash). amazing mohitos.
Brunch:Kramer Books, Afterwards Cafe- this will help you knock out DuPont as well.
Coffee: Murkys, near Eastern Market, also worth seeing.

See: National Cathedral- often overlooked, impressively beautiful. Same goes for the Catholic Basilica

Do: Kennedy Center Millenium Stage on Friday afternoons- free shows. can't beat that.
Do: Email me if you need more specific information, I've lived in town for going on 7years now.

[nbs2]

I saw the directors cut of Donnie Darko a couple of years back there. Nothing like eating and drinking booze whilst watching a movie. :)
I'm guessing they aren't/weren't affiliated with the Apex in Baltimore?

[iGary]

Oooh - forgot the Daily Grill - http://www.opentable.com/rest_profile.aspx?rid=2291

[floriflee]

If you want a nice (but somewhat expensive) place to go for her actual 33rd birthday you may want to consider 1789 (http://www.1789restaurant.com/main/index.shtml). While you're over there you can walk (or fall) down the Exorcist stairs. :D

[aricher]

enjoy your visit. Have tons of fun. beware of Kennedies when walking at night.

LOL - that is hilarious. When I was in DC as a child in the late 70s my mom and I saw Ted Kennedy with a tarted-up bimbo on the steps of the Lincoln memorial. My mom pointed him out and I said, "is that his wife?" My mom didn't quite know how to explain it. Ah what a twisted web we weave.

floriflee - thanks for the "1789" suggestion - I was just to ask about fine dining for the birthday night out. Is it very dressy or casual?

[floriflee]

LOL - that is hilarious. When I was in DC as a child in the late 70s my mom and I saw Ted Kennedy with a tarted-up bimbo on the steps of the Lincoln memorial. My mom pointed him out and I said, "is that his wife?" My mom didn't quite know how to explain it. Ah what a twisted web we weave.

floriflee - thanks for the "1789" suggestion - I was just to ask about fine dining for the birthday night out. Is it very dressy or casual?

It's a little more on the dressy side. Men have to wear a jacket--it's part of their dress code. If you don't have one they'll provide one for you. You don't have to be dressed to the nines, but you do have to be nicely dressed. There are no special requirements for the women, but she'll want to be nicely dressed.

Other fine dining places are Capital Grille (http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/splash.asp) (which, depending on who you talk to is overrated), Old Ebbitt Grill (http://www.ebbitt.com/main/home.cfm?Section=Main&Category=Gifts), Ruth's Chris Steakhouse (http://www.ruthschris.com/), Bombay Club (http://www.bombayclubdc.com) and Citronelle (http://www.citronelledc.com/). There's also The Inn at Little Washington (http://www.theinnatlittlewashington.com/), but that is $$$$$$ and down in VA. Supposed to be REALLY good, though, from what I hear.

As for the rest, I can personally speak for Ruth's Chris--it's very good (but no Blackies, which is now out of business), and the Bombay Club got good reviews from the hubby's parents. Citronelle is always on the top rated restaurants list of various review sites, and we've heard that Old Ebbitt's is good (been meaning to go--maybe for restaurant week....)
If you need more suggestions I can pull out our book of 2005 Zagat rated restaurants. :)

[iGary]

I'm guessing they aren't/weren't affiliated with the Apex in Baltimore?

Don't think so, but don't know for sure. This was a little two-theater place that had a nice bar, cafee outside, and a balcony in each theater where you could get served diinner and drinks while the movie played (usually independent films). Best part was it was noly a block from our place.

[aricher]

Men have to wear a jacket--it's part of their dress code. If you don't have one they'll provide one for you.
Thanks for the heads-up. I made a fool of myself once at the Rainbow Room in NYC by not wearing a jacket. Nothing like wearing an oversize waiters coat for the whole evening. :o No need to consult Zagat's - I htink I have enough to work with here. Thanks.

[Boggle]

LOL - that is hilarious. When I was in DC as a child in the late 70s my mom and I saw Ted Kennedy with a tarted-up bimbo on the steps of the Lincoln memorial. My mom pointed him out and I said, "is that his wife?" My mom didn't quite know how to explain it. Ah what a twisted web we weave.

floriflee - thanks for the "1789" suggestion - I was just to ask about fine dining for the birthday night out. Is it very dressy or casual?

1789 is REALLY nice. If you have a fancy dinner budget I could put together a list of favorites
Teatro Goldoni (http://www.teatrogoldoni.com/) - Really excellent evening out atmosphere and Very "local" listen to their wine recommendations.
Smith & Wollensky (http://www.smithandwollensky.com/) - prepare to kill yourself b/c it's all downhill after that steak.
Gerogia Brown's (http://www.gbrowns.com/) - Far and Away best Mashed Potatoes in DC, plus an outstanding Boubon Selection (Baker's is a personal favorite)

EDIT: is anybody else starving now? Or is just me?

[gwuMACaddict]

Ris Lacoste, the chef at 1789 hasn't put anything new of exciting on the menu in years... they stay afloat because they're part of the Clyde's group. They rest on their past laurels.

If you want an amazing dinner, go to Citronelle. Chef Michael Richard is there most night, the food is simply amazing. Look him up.

For something cheaper (and seasonal, again- which 1789 is not), try Mendocino, in GTown, near Citronelle. Terrific wine bar, about half the price of Citronelle.

[nbs2]

Don't think so, but don't know for sure. This was a little two-theater place that had a nice bar, cafee outside, and a balcony in each theater where you could get served diinner and drinks while the movie played (usually independent films). Best part was it was noly a block from our place.
Yeah...the Apex in B-more is a little more seedy.

Back on topic, I think you have a good list of places to go to for the birthday dinner. If you want a good review of the places, I'm going to suggest headding to the Washington Post website (http://www.washingtonpost.com/ac2/wp-dyn/CGSearch?displaySearchTerm=&displaySearchLocation=&displayDistance=0&searchAction=addFacet&currentPage=1&searchTerm=&searchLocation=&searchDistance=0.0&facetName=categoriesnavigator&subfacetName=%5ERestaurants%24&sortBy=7). Tom Sietsema's reviews are fairly spot on. The other critics are a bit more hit or miss.

Ris Lacoste, the chef at 1789 hasn't put anything new of exciting on the menu in years... they stay afloat because they're part of the Clyde's group. They rest on their past laurels.
While the food is good (but not exciting) at 1789, I don't think that it is the only reason to go there. What 1789 has that a lot of other places in DC lack is good atmosphere (note - you can find it at others, but not a whole lot). The location is in a quiet neighborhood (M is muffled), so you can go for a walk after dinner before picking up your car. Also, the interior is convoluted enough that you can have a nice conversation without a lot of background noise - the is something that a lot of nice places just can't seem to get right.

[aricher]

I couldn't be happier or more grateful for all the responses here. Many thanks to everyone. I have enough of a list now for two trips.

[iGary]

I couldn't be happier or more grateful for all the responses here. Many thanks to everyone. I have enough of a list now for two trips.

Give us a report on your trip when you get back. :D

[nbs2]

Give us a report on your trip when you get back. :D
Not good enough. I want you to steal away in various moments, giving us real time updates. Maybe you could be fitted with a electronic tracker and a small camera that gives us live imagry of your trip. in the spirit of kindness and friendship, you can even take it off at intimate moments :)

[QCassidy352]

Rosa's Mexicana across from the Verizon Center! (formerly the MCI Center) mmm...

The National Zoo is fantastic, if you like zoos.

I'm going to have to check out some of the things these other locals have suggested. Great lists everyone! :)

[aricher]

Not good enough. I want you to steal away in various moments, giving us real time updates. Maybe you could be fitted with a electronic tracker and a small camera that gives us live imagry of your trip. in the spirit of kindness and friendship, you can even take it off at intimate moments :)

The iChip in the back of my neck and forehead mounted 3rd-iSight should provide sufficient data. Seriously though I'll put together a photo essay when we return. Thanks again everyone!

[Chip NoVaMac]

Dinner:[B]See: National Cathedral- often overlooked, impressively beautiful. Same goes for the Catholic Basilica

Also overlooked is Mount St. Sepulchre, the Franciscan Monastery

I also forgot to mention the various military band and parade performances in the area.

[gwuMACaddict]

Rosa's Mexicana across from the Verizon Center! (formerly the MCI Center) mmm...

i'll second that.

get a pomegranate margarita and guac. they make the guac at your table.

[gwuMACaddict]

While the food is good (but not exciting) at 1789, I don't think that it is the only reason to go there. What 1789 has that a lot of other places in DC lack is good atmosphere (note - you can find it at others, but not a whole lot). The location is in a quiet neighborhood (M is muffled), so you can go for a walk after dinner before picking up your car. Also, the interior is convoluted enough that you can have a nice conversation without a lot of background noise - the is something that a lot of nice places just can't seem to get right.

In that case, I reccomend Park Cafe near Eastern Market. Cheaper than 1789, just as delicious, with a revolving menu, and the chef is always on hand and checks on his patrons. Also a cute neighborhood to walk around.

1789 does have good food, but at the price? Ridiculous.

[hayduke]

Best Restaurant: Zaytinya (http://www.zaytinya.com/)
Best Jazz: HR-57 (http://www.hr57.org/)

[yg17]

I went to Bens Chili Bowl tonight, and I must say, I wasn't that impressed. We went there because the Frommers travel guide said its good and very cheap, 2 things we wanted. But, if you're like me and don't like chili, too bad, you're paying for it anyways. All I wanted was a cheeseburger, but had to get a $5 chili cheeseburger and just have them leave the chili off. The reason Frommers said everything on their menu is cheap is because everything is sold seperately. Fries were another $2, so was a soda. So after everything was said and done, I paid just under $10 for a burger, fries and soda. It was good, but not worth that kind of money. I would have been just as happy with a value meal from McDs.

Also went to Kramerbooks tonight which someone recommended. Didn't eat there, but it seemed like a very nice place.


BTW, there is a decent sized Apple Store in Pentagon City Mall which I was at today. Didn't go into the Apple Store though...I told my sister that if I went anywhere near the doors of the Apple store to use as much force as possible to pull me away so I didn't spend money I don't have on stuff I don't need :D

[Chip NoVaMac]

I went to Bens Chili Bowl tonight, and I must say, I wasn't that impressed. We went there because the Frommers travel guide said its good and very cheap, 2 things we wanted. But, if you're like me and don't like chili, too bad, you're paying for it anyways. All I wanted was a cheeseburger, but had to get a $5 chili cheeseburger and just have them leave the chili off. The reason Frommers said everything on their menu is cheap is because everything is sold seperately. Fries were another $2, so was a soda. So after everything was said and done, I paid just under $10 for a burger, fries and soda. It was good, but not worth that kind of money. I would have been just as happy with a value meal from McDs.

Been a while since I was at Ben's Chili Bowl. Pricing is not bad for "real" food IMO.

Being cheap when it comes to eating on the fly, I try not to do McD's any more. If I want cheap I "self-cater" now.

If you like burgers then you have to try and catch Five Guys (http://www.fiveguys.com/). They have a place near Chinatown now. IMO the best burgers on the planet.

[gwuMACaddict]

If you like burgers then you have to try and catch Five Guys (http://www.fiveguys.com/). They have a place near Chinatown now. IMO the best burgers on the planet.

Indeed. Also a locations in Georgetown and the Navy Yard.

[Boggle]

If you like burgers then you have to try and catch Five Guys (http://www.fiveguys.com/). They have a place near Chinatown now. IMO the best burgers on the planet.

Five Guys is soooooooo yummy. Definately a place Homer Simpson would frequent.

[yg17]

On the topic of DC...my flight leaves from Reagan today. I know there's a metro stop there, but is the stop right at the airport, or is it one of those things where the stop is a couple blocks away from the airport and I have to haul my luggage down the street from the stop to the airport?

[Chip NoVaMac]

On the topic of DC...my flight leaves from Reagan today. I know there's a metro stop there, but is the stop right at the airport, or is it one of those things where the stop is a couple blocks away from the airport and I have to haul my luggage down the street from the stop to the airport?

The stop is right at the airport.

[nbs2]

On the topic of DC...my flight leaves from Reagan today. I know there's a metro stop there, but is the stop right at the airport, or is it one of those things where the stop is a couple blocks away from the airport and I have to haul my luggage down the street from the stop to the airport?
Assuming you haven't left yet, like Chip said - stops at the airport. Make sure when you get to the station you go the proper side for your airline - there are two separate exits from the station - I almost went down the wrong one. Nothing harmful happens, but you do have to haul your luggage for a bit as punishment. Otherwise, as soon as you get out of the station, there are moving walkways that will take you all the way to the actual terminal.

[yg17]

Assuming you haven't left yet, like Chip said - stops at the airport. Make sure when you get to the station you go the proper side for your airline - there are two separate exits from the station - I almost went down the wrong one. Nothing harmful happens, but you do have to haul your luggage for a bit as punishment. Otherwise, as soon as you get out of the station, there are moving walkways that will take you all the way to the actual terminal.

Alright, thanks. It's either the Metro, or have my sister who just moved here Friday (I came with her to help her move) and doesn't know how to get anywhere, figure out how to drive to the airport, so Metro it is. And I hope there will be signs telling me where to go once I get off, my flight is AA

[nbs2]

Alright, thanks. It's either the Metro, or have my sister who just moved here Friday (I came with her to help her move) and doesn't know how to get anywhere, figure out how to drive to the airport, so Metro it is. And I hope there will be signs telling me where to go once I get off, my flight is AA
Plenty of signs. As long as you are mildly intelligent, you should be able to figure it out. Which is why if Lori hadn't been with me last time I flew out of DCA, I would have gone the wrong way. Just remember...go the way the arrow points. :D

[anubis]

Might I recommend visiting Old Town Alexandria. Take the blue or yellow line train to King Street station. Get in a cab and ask to be taken to the 100 block of King Street. There is some pretty good high end shopping and eating in a very old, historic area of Alexandria, VA. After you're sick of shopping, tired of walking, and ready to sit down for a nice dinner, meander on over to the docks at the end of King Street for a dinner and evening cruise on the Nina's Dandy, a dinner boat specially designed to go under the low bridges around DC. http://www.dandydinnerboat.com/ (You may need reservations).

[Chip NoVaMac]

In the past few days there have been a few muggings on the National Mall late at night. Police have increased patrols on the Mall.

[Mr. Anderson]

I second Kramers and Brickskeller. ;)

I'll recommend that - spent many an evening there - great place, but go just for drinks, the food is ok, but nothing special. And make sure to order something you've never had before :D

Sala Thai is ok, but its not my favorite Thai place - Mai Thai in Old Town Alexandria is quite good, and its down by the water front. But if you like good asian seafood, Ten Penh (http://www.tenpenh.com/main.htm) is awesome. Its just north of the Smithsonians and the Mall on Pensylvania Ave. You might want to make reservations and its a little more upscale, but its worth it.

Have fun!

D

[yg17]

Plenty of signs. As long as you are mildly intelligent, you should be able to figure it out. Which is why if Lori hadn't been with me last time I flew out of DCA, I would have gone the wrong way. Just remember...go the way the arrow points. :D

Yep, I made it.


The blue train was packed, I'm guessing everyone was going to Arlington Cemetary.....

[ShovelHead84]

i am sure you will notice the concrete pylons that guard the venues around the Capitol…

their effectiveness the ability to stop intruders attackers was finally proven without doubt: they stopped somebody… Patrick Kennedy!

(i wish i could make that sound as funny as the comedian that i stole it from was able to…)

[Chip NoVaMac]

Yep, I made it.


The blue train was packed, I'm guessing everyone was going to Arlington Cemetary.....

Got to love METRO. One of the biggest days for rider ship because of Rolling Thunder (http://www.rollingthunder1.org/), the Stamp Show at the Convention Center, and the rest of the tourists - and they decide to run a Sunday schedule. :mad:

Because of my luck/timing today I had to wait about 15 minutes for each METRO train. And I had to transfer both in and out to get back to the Vienna Station.

iGary would have been happy today. No parking fees for the parking at the stations. :)

[yg17]

Got to love METRO. One of the biggest days for rider ship because of Rolling Thunder (http://www.rollingthunder1.org/), the Stamp Show at the Convention Center, and the rest of the tourists - and they decide to run a Sunday schedule. :mad:

Because of my luck/timing today I had to wait about 15 minutes for each METRO train. And I had to transfer both in and out to get back to the Vienna Station.

iGary would have been happy today. No parking fees for the parking at the stations. :)

You were in Vienna? That's where my sister lives. Right near the Dunn Loring station, I was staying at the Courtyard Marriot right across the street from Dunn Loring.

Yeah, that rolling thunder thing was huge. A ton of bikers were staying in my hotel, and we saw them driving all over the place

[iGary]

iGary would have been happy today. No parking fees for the parking at the stations. :)

You should have called me - no tard cards. :D

[Chip NoVaMac]

You were in Vienna? That's where my sister lives. Right near the Dunn Loring station, I was staying at the Courtyard Marriot right across the street from Dunn Loring.

Yeah, that rolling thunder thing was huge. A ton of bikers were staying in my hotel, and we saw them driving all over the place

Next time you visit you and I need to have a brew at Glory Day's at Nutley and Lee Hwy. And maybe catch a burger at Five Guys on Gallows Road.

I am a smoker that is trying to cut down in order quit. I wondered why with all the exhaust fumes on the Memorial Bridge today. :D Most any hotel on I-66 from Manassas to DC is fair game this weekend. Patriot H-D in Fairfax had the risers gathering for a 7AM ride off.

This was the 19th anniversary of Rolling Thunder. According to news reports it was the biggest turnout ever! If that is true, then just wait for next year! IMO it will be bigger given the mounting death toll and the wounded that are being forgotten from the war in Iraq.

Not to mention the MIA's and POW's in wars past and present still unaccounted for. I agree with the basic principle of the Rolling Thunder organization - we need to account for every person that served our country in our military.

[Chip NoVaMac]

You should have called me - no tard cards. :D

It would have been your day then.

I am waiting for my next METRO visit. On my return trip my Tard Card would not read. They re-read it and I was allowed through. On my exit, I am no t sure that the Tard Card read properly. The gate was open, but one never knows.

[yg17]

Next time you visit you and I need to have a brew at Glory Day's at Nutley and Lee Hwy. And maybe catch a burger at Five Guys on Gallows Road.


Will keep that in mind, although I don't think I'll be back for quite some time.


I must say, the bikers were really polite and friendly. I saw all of them at first and was like "Oh ****, they'll be wild, rowdy, noisy and rev their engines all night" but they were so nice. I got in the elevator with a couple and they said hello, asked me how I was, that sort of thing.

[floriflee]

Plenty of signs. As long as you are mildly intelligent, you should be able to figure it out. Which is why if Lori hadn't been with me last time I flew out of DCA, I would have gone the wrong way. Just remember...go the way the arrow points. :D

Wow.... that's one of the rare times when the hubby was the one who got lost. Usually, it's me that doesn't pay attention or gets lost when we're going somewhere. :D

[mac-er]

Make sure you go to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, as it will close on September 4, 2006, and remain closed until 2008.

[aricher]

Thanks for all the travel tips folks. We're leaving tomorrow afternoon and get back on Sunday night. Really looking forward to the trip. I'll be sure to report back after the weekend.

[floriflee]

Have a good/safe trip! We look forward to hearing all about it! :)

Don't forget to pack light clothes... we've been having weather in the 90's lately....