The lotus flowers at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is one of the highlights of my year, and I go every year. The park itself is a hidden gem nestled within Washington, DC and one of my favorite spots. This unique destination offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and flower lovers alike, making you forget you…
With the average rent for an apartment in the United States at $1,702 per month, one company wanted to know what size apartment you could get in major cities for that amount. Rent Cafe broke down the square footage available if you were paying $1,700 for each zip code in those cities, including in Washington,…
Whether you are planning a trip to Washington, DC or just trying to get around your city, you’ll need a DC Metro map. The Metro is the subway system for the Washington, DC region. Run by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), the DC Metro connects the downtown core to the residential areas of…
Planning a wedding can be an exciting but overwhelming experience, especially when it comes to finding the perfect venue. However, with a little research and creativity, you can discover cheap wedding venues in Washington, DC that won’t break the bank. With beautiful wedding venues ranging from $90 to $5,000, we will explore some budget-friendly options…
There’s one big thing you won’t see in our wedding pictures, and that’s an officiant, because in DC. Washington, DC allows you to have a wedding without a priest, justice of the peace, or a friend who got ordained off the internet presiding over the ceremony. Instead, the couple can conduct the ceremony and marry…
If you’re a fan of oysters, you’re in luck. The Washington, DC area is home to numerous restaurants and bars that offer oyster happy hour specials, allowing you to indulge in these delicious bivalves without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for dollar oysters, discounted prices, or a wide selection of oyster varieties, this guide…
It took me sixteen years of living in Washington, DC and four administrations to receive the coveted invite, but 2023 was the year that I finally got to go bowling at the White House. I’ll run through an insider’s look at the history of White House bowling alleys, how I got to go bowling at…
When Reddit user twoninehigh was locked down in 2020, it seems that they spent their time coming up with this amazing alternative metro map for the Washington, DC region. By adding 3 new lines (teal line, pink line, and gold line), extending all existing lines, and rerouting some, they created a vision of what the…
Hundreds of years ago, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor was a thriving tidal marshland teeming with life. However, over time, industrialization and urban development transformed the landscape, erasing this once-vibrant ecosystem. Now, the National Aquarium in Baltimore is on a mission to bring back the marshlands and restore the natural balance to the Inner Harbor. Through the creation of floating wetlands, they aim to improve water quality, attract native species, and educate visitors about the importance of wetland ecosystems.