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Five Places to See Lincoln in Washington, DC

There is no better place to see and experience the ideals of President Abraham Lincoln than in Washington, D.C. To make it simple, and in honor of President Lincoln’s 204th birthday this past Tuesday, here are the five best spots in the nation’s capitol to see, experience, and learn about Abraham Lincoln… 5. The White […]

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A Week at the Hotel Monaco Washington, D.C.

I have mixed feelings about my stay at the Hotel Monaco in Washington, D.C. But, regardless of the good and bad, in the end it always comes down to one thing… LOCATION The Hotel Monaco Washington is in a prime spot for exploring Washington, D.C. It is located right across the street from the National […]

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A Visit to the National Archives

There are a lot of options for sightseeing in Washington, D.C. But for any American citizen traveling there, you have a certain obligation, so to speak, to see a handful of things. At the top of the list should be the National Archives, which houses, as well as a copy of the Magna Carta and […]

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The View From Arlington National Cemetery

A view of the National Mall from Arlington National Cemetery.

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The Library of Congress: A Photo Essay

Yesterday I toured the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. It is perhaps the most beautifully decorated interior of a building I’ve ever seen. While the tour itself was nothing special, the building’s contents and artwork – only a portion of which is allowed to be photographed – make the visit more than worthwhile. Here’s […]

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The National Mall at Night: A Photo Essay

The National Mall in Washington, D.C. is beautiful, particularly lit up as I discovered last night. No sooner had I checked into my hotel and dropped off my bags than I was hoofing it around the mall, seeing all of the monuments, memorials, and attractions. It was a lot of extra walking since I didn’t […]

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