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Tour the Famous Sights of Washington DC
Welcome to America's capital! Washington awaits with its history, power and spectacular beauty. The city was designed by Pierre Charles L'Enfant under a commission from George Washington. Enjoy the city's famous monuments, the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials, Washington Monument and Vietnam Veterans' and Iwo Jima Memorials. Explore the Smithsonian's many museums, including the Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery, The Museum of Natural History, or visit the Holocaust Museum, Arlington Cemetery, the White House, Capitol Building and much more.
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In SpyDrive, intelligence and security experts from the KGB, CIA, FBI and U.S. Military show you where spies lived, worked and operated in the city that is home to more spies than any other city in the world. Houses, apartments, offices, restaurants, stores, and parks in the city all seem innocent until you find out what kind of espionage took place there. Along the way, you will learn about the people involved in the espionage. Spies and spycatchers. Case officers and their agents. A Vassar graduate, a senior State Department official, a Navy analyst, a female Cuban agent, a son groomed to be a spy by his KGB father.
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Travel Adventures provides unforgettable educational travel experiences for over 50,000 students each year. Since 1987, our experienced staff has been designing curriculum-rich itineraries for educators in every academic discipline.
Travel Adventures plans student tours to every major US city and several international destinations and is the only student tour provider to offer the Teacher’s Free & Easy™ and the Student’s Safe & Secure™ programs.
In addition to safety as our number one priority, our focus is making student travel educational and fun for students while ensuring that trip planning is easy for teachers. Please visit us online.
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You can appreciate Washington, D.C.’s true rhythm by taking a walking tour of its museums, monuments, avenues and historical sites. The beautiful capital of the United States is more a city than a state. It’s actually a district that was created by the U.S. Congress in 1790 as a place to meet and discuss governmental matters. It originally consisted of only 10 sq. miles of open space divided by the abundant Potomac River and was simply known as the District of Columbia. After the new capital began to grow, it was renamed in honor of the nation’s founding father and first president, George Washington. Washington, D.C. boasts more free attractions than any other North American city and offers something for everyone.
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My favorite American City to visit is Washington D.C. Even if you are not into the history of this great country, there is still a lot to do. I have been there many times, and I never tire of the sights.Epinions User, OhioIf the fresh-smelling air, the crisp,clean,cool spring water, the brightly decorated mountains, the warm beach sands,tranquility, serenity, and the tales to be told by the whispering winds aren't enough to draw you to this place, then nothing will!! Your eyes will behold such splendor and diversity as they may never see again!!What types of environments do you like?...mountains, beaches, lakes, rivers, valleys, ocean, swamps, forests, small towns, or big cities?...there ALL here in Virginia!
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Capital Region USA – The Great and Glorious
 Capital Region USA, with Washington, D.C., at its center, stretches east to the Atlantic Ocean beaches and west to the Appalachian Mountains. To the north lies Maryland and to the south, Virginia. The Capital Region USA is jazz and theater, country music and baseball, roller coasters, fabulous wining and dining, and world-class museums. Here, in the best-preserved region of early America, lush wineries and horse farms surround historic villages. Elegant malls, discount outlets and specialty stores provide great shopping values. While in the Capital Region, make your home in country inns, posh resorts and city hotels.
www.capitalregionusa.com Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center
Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary is the only wildlife sanctuary operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. It is the wintering ground for several thousand Canada geese, the largest concentration on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The sanctuary was named after Edgar Merkle (1900-1984), an active conservationist who devoted much of his life to protecting and providing for wildlife.
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Marrakesh
The Marrakesh is the premier authentic Moroccan restaurant in the Washington, D.C. area. Experience the magic of our exotic and delicately seasoned cuisine while you relax amid Oriental splendor. Rich tapestries surround you and the rhythms of Moroccan music fill the air.
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Virginia Living Museum
See animals native to Virginia swim, slither, roam and fly in this all-new, three times larger museum. Transport yourself to the steamy world of a cypress swamp, complete with alligators and snapping turtles. Find songbirds nestled in the trees around a cascading waterfall and view trout in a cool mountain stream. Explore the underwater world of the Chesapeake Bay and the underground realm of a limestone cave, plus enjoy four hands-on discovery centers.
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This former post office houses shops and restaurants, daily entertainment and a dramatic view of the city from the 315-foot clock tower. Shops and international food court. The Tower Tour is offered daily. Free admission. Please contact us for your special event, reception or banquet needs.
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Prince George's County
Our Department of Parks & Recreation in Prince George's County offers terrific opportunities for residents and visitors. We have community centers and arts facilities, fitness trails and aquatics centers, peaceful open space and sports for all ages. There's something for everyone!
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Kiptopeke State Park
Kiptopeke offers recreational access to the Chesapeake Bay along with an opportunity to explore a unique habitat featuring a major flyway for migratory birds, rare animal species and a coastal dune environment. Full-service and tent campsites, a boat ramp, a seasonal 24-hour accessible fishing pier, picnic areas, hiking trails, playground, and a guarded swimming beach are offered at the park.
More about the Kiptopeke State Park The Story of Virginia, an American Experience
A multi-gallery, 10,000 square-foot exhibition with more than 1,000 objects covering 16,000 years of Virginia history from prehistoric times to the present. Featured are archaeological collections from the Virginia State Department of Historic Resources, a 17th-century dugout canoe, an original Conestoga wagon, an original 1820s smokehouse and kitchen, a 1918 Richmond streetcar (Richmond operated the world’s first electric streetcar system), and more.
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Deep Creek Restaurant and Marina
Deep Creek Restaurant and Marina is the Annapolis area's best-kept secret for fine dining in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy the view from the tranquil waterfront seating, while choosing from the extensive menu selection, covering everything from light fare and appetizers to a variety of salads, seafood, pasta and daily specials.
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Cross Creek Golf Club
Upon its opening in July of 2003, the Clubhouse at Cross Creek Golf Club has been a place to relax and enjoy a good meal, for both our players and our community. Within the clubhouse you will find the Quarry Grill, an upscale bar and grill serving lunch and dinner to our favorite guests. Banquet space is also available for those individuals who wish to host reserve space for private events.
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Skiing at Wintergreen, VA
Great skiing, snowboarding at Wintergreen with 23 slopes and trails ranging from beginner to advanced terrain and 5 lifts including two high speed 6-passenger lifts. Ski and snowboard equipment available. Free beginner group lessons for anyone who rents equipment from Wintergreen. Also lessons available from beginner to advanced. Save BIG with our season pass valid Sunday noon until Friday night closing.
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