We heart Georgetown

In honor of Valentines Day, Georgetowndc asked on Twitter  “What do you love about Georgetown?”.  They got some great responses, and we thought we would add our own.

Food tops the list of our Georgetown favorite things. There are so many great restaurants to choose from.  Some of our staff’s favorites include: Mr. Smith’s, Filomena Ristorante, Clyde’s, and Sequoia.

Georgetown Suites also loves Georgetown’s sweets. We’re sure you’ve heard of Georgetown Cupcake, and Sprinkles, but don’t forget to check out Pie Sisters, Baked and Wired, Pinkberry and Georgetown Scoops!  Also, be sure to check twitter for the free cupcake of the day!

Of course, we have to mention the shopping! Fashionistas will love the variety of shops lining the Georgetown Streets.

We also love all the scenic spots, such as Washington Harbour, the C&O Canal and the brick row houses. 

What do you love about Georgetown (other than Georgetown Suites!)?

Neighborhood Tours Explore DC’s Good Hoods

Washington,  DC is known for its national monuments and museums, including the Smithsonian Institution.  But, if your sightseeing plans consist only of the National Mall,  you are missing out on many of the things that make Washington, DC unique. 

DC is made up of several historic and diverse neighborhoods. From Adams Morgan to Georgetown to Capitol Hill,  these areas all have unique qualities that make up true Washington, DC.   For example, Georgetown began as a tobacco port town in the 18th century.  Today, you’ll find historic houses, gardens and museums interspersed between the trendy shops and cafés. Destination DC’s website lists 12 unique neighborhoods with brief highlights of each. For more information,  Cultural Tourism DC breaks down the city into 19 historical neighborhoods with walking tour suggestions.  Another great way to experience these neighborhoods is by taking a food tour! These food tours highlight the locally owned restaurants in the area. Find out more about Georgetown and DC’s other great neighborhoods by venturing off the mall, and into the ‘hoods! 

If you would like to spend some time disovering DC’s good hoods, book a stay at Georgetown Suites. We are ideally located in the heart of Georgetown, and are walking distance to all the shops and restaurants.

 

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The Most Romantic Spot in DC

Date Nights DC

Did you know that Dr. Ruth declared the C&O canal in Georgetown the “Most Romantic Spot in DC”?  During the month of February, the DC Department of Love & Relationships is back to help deliver romance and inspiration.

Book your suite at Georgetown Suites’ Date Night DC special rate, then choose a date idea! This site offers tons of DC date ideas for everything from family dates to adventurous dates to romantic dates  You can choose one of the ideas suggested, or even consult the “date concierge”to plan your perfect date.

Georgetown Suites Date Nights DC rate starts at $105 per night and includes free parking. The rate is valid Thursday through Sunday in February.

Washington, DC Restaurant Week

Restaurant week

We are in the midst of DC’s twice annual Restaurant Week.   Washington restaurants around town offer prix fixe menus at $20.12 for lunch and $35.12 for dinner.  Be sure to make reservations, as these restaurants fill up fast!

There are 13 Georgetown Restaurants participating this year. I highly recommend Filomenas. I had lunch there today, and was surprised at how large their portions were. I expected smaller portions in exchange for the smaller price.  But, the waiter told me they are using Restaurant Week to showcase their menu, so diners will return throughout the year.  I believe their strategy worked with me!

Winter Weekends in Washington

 Take advantage of the long holiday weekends this winter with a visit to DC.  Warm up with Georgetown Suites Cool Deal!  Save on your hotel stay by booking this fun DC hotel package.  Stay the first night at the posted rate, and the second night pay only the temperature outside at the time of check in!  So, if it’s a chilly 30 degrees outside, you’ll pay only $30 for your nice toasty suite! What a cool deal! The package even includes half price parking.

There are so many great things going on in Washington this winter. Spend an afternoon skating at the outdoor Sculpture Garden Ice Rink located on the National Mall or if it’s too cold outside for you, step inside and browse some of the free Smithsonian Museums. See why DC was voted the top museum destination in the world. Must See exhibits this winter range from Andy Warhol to I Love Lucy! Visit Washington.org for a complete list of all the “cool” things to do in DC this winter.

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Halloween in DC

If you will be in DC for Halloween, you’re in luck! There are lots of fun events happening all over the city. 

Boo at the Zoo: This fun event is held at the National Zoo each year.

Fright at the Museum:  This scary exhibit at the National Crime Museum will make you want to sleep with the lights on!

DC Ghost Tours: The Most Haunted Houses walking tour will take you through Lafayette Park, which is known as one of the most haunted areas of DC!

DC Drag Queen Race:  For something a little less scary, head to Dupont Circle to check out this over the top, flamboyant annual race. Stay for a fun block party following the race.  It attracts a very diverse crowd, and really everyone should check it out at least once.

Last but not least, Georgetown is the place to be on Halloween night.  The streets are blocked off, and costumed revelers wander in and out of the bars on M Street and Wisconsin Avenue.  It makes for some fun people watching!

Visit DC The Smart Way

The smart way to plan your next trip is to use your smart phone! Check out these travel apps that help with everything you need to make your trip go smoothly from start to finish.

AOL came up with a list of the 11 Best Travel apps. USA Today also put together a list of the Top Free Travel Apps.

The National Park Service just announced their first mobile app: National Mall mobile app. There is an app to help you plan your visit to the National Cherry Blossom Festival. There are also several other Washington, DC specific mobile apps to help you get around while you here.  GEORGETOWNDC.com has a mobile site where you can access information on Georgetown stores, restaurants and businesses, plus  parking information, and real-time DC Circulator bus feeds on your mobile phone.  Georgetown Suites also has a mobile booking engine, so you can book your reservation on the go!

You can even pay for your parking at meters all over DC with your smart phone. No more searching for quarters.  Just sign up for free at http://us.parkmobile.com/.  You can even get a text when your meter is about to expire.

If you are travelling with kids, be sure to review this list of apps for the family road trip for some fun ideas to keep the kids busy while on the road!

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