A
colleague recently asked me "What's there to do in DC........? for
cheap". My colleague was asking on behalf of his parents, who were
visiting him from out of town. The economy has forced many to creatively
think of ways to save and spend their hard earned money. The question
also got me thinking about vacationing on a budget in our fine city of
Washington, DC.
Regardless of the current economic situation, most people love value and a good deal. With that said, I thought it would be interesting to give you all a list of economically friendly ways to vacation on a budget in DC.
1. Home is Where the Heart Is.
If you have out of town guests or even a love interest, consider cooking dinner at home and going out for dessert at many restaurants in the area. Some wonderful dessert places include Love Cafe on U st., NW, Georgetown Cupcakes in the heart of Georgetown or Ris in Washington, DC's West End neighborhood.
2. Anticipation for Your Destination
Washington.org is a wonderful website for all things Washington, DC. The site boasts hidden gems in the city for residents and visitors alike. Deals include discount hotel stays, detailed visitor's guides and restaurant listings. The site also has a "100 Free (or Nearly Free) Things to Do in DC which literally lists 100 free or nearly free things to do in DC.
3. Malls Aren't Always for Shopping
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum complex and research organization composed of 19 museums and the National Zoo. The Mall has been made famous for a variety of reasons but the best thing about the museums that line the Mall is it's FREE.
Vacations don't always have to be expensive. DC is a city with tremendous heart, character and culture. The diversity of it's inhabitants contributes to the city's various happenings. Hopefully, the list can help you make the next vacation economically friendly.
As always, please email me with any questions: info@ebongeka.com
Regardless of the current economic situation, most people love value and a good deal. With that said, I thought it would be interesting to give you all a list of economically friendly ways to vacation on a budget in DC.
1. Home is Where the Heart Is.
If you have out of town guests or even a love interest, consider cooking dinner at home and going out for dessert at many restaurants in the area. Some wonderful dessert places include Love Cafe on U st., NW, Georgetown Cupcakes in the heart of Georgetown or Ris in Washington, DC's West End neighborhood.
2. Anticipation for Your Destination
Washington.org is a wonderful website for all things Washington, DC. The site boasts hidden gems in the city for residents and visitors alike. Deals include discount hotel stays, detailed visitor's guides and restaurant listings. The site also has a "100 Free (or Nearly Free) Things to Do in DC which literally lists 100 free or nearly free things to do in DC.
3. Malls Aren't Always for Shopping
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum complex and research organization composed of 19 museums and the National Zoo. The Mall has been made famous for a variety of reasons but the best thing about the museums that line the Mall is it's FREE.
Vacations don't always have to be expensive. DC is a city with tremendous heart, character and culture. The diversity of it's inhabitants contributes to the city's various happenings. Hopefully, the list can help you make the next vacation economically friendly.
As always, please email me with any questions: info@ebongeka.com
Great tips! I have family visiting in town this weekend and I was wondering what I could do with them! They better pack their walking shoes because we're hitting the streets of DC!