Travel in city Washington, area District Of Columbia

Now through Oct. 22, 2023, you can catch Cirque du Soleil ECHO in the Big Top tent at Lerner Town Square at Tysons II, just a 30-minute drive or Metro ride from Washington, D.C. in Tysons, Virginia.

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Bill, which will now codify automatic refunds and guaranteed family seating into U.S. law. 

It would be incorrect to describe Iceland's Play Airlines as a startup anymore. Launched in 2021 during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, the airline is on the cusp of its third summer under the leadership of a new CEO.

Strip off your sweaters; the official start of summer is coming in hot. Gear up for a long weekend where the smell of bonfires, the taste of freshly grilled hamburgers and the feel of the ocean wash all the winter blues away. Memorial Day Weekend — when millions of Americans take off for vitamin D-drenched destinations from sea to shining sea — is just around the corner.

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For a couple of fleeting weeks each spring, cherry blossom trees bloom, painting countrysides and city streets pink and white.

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Airports might seem like frenetic, disorienting places, but there’s a lot of very precise orchestration taking place behind the scenes.

A destination rich in history and culture, Washington, D.C., has endless attractions. More than simply the nation’s capital, a politician’s escape or a school field trip destination, Washington has become a vibrant melting pot of excellent hotels, standout dining and ample cultural experiences.

The National Cherry Blossom Festival brings hordes of visitors from around the world to the nation’s capital as the town gets bathed in pink. This year’s festival will take place in Washington, DC, between March 20 and April 14, 2024.

The hundreds of pink-and-white cherry blossoms that bloom each year symbolize the start of spring in our nation’s capital. But when peak bloom occurs varies by year, and is dependent on the weather — a few warm days could cause the blooms to come early in March, while a cold snap could keep them from opening up and painting D.C. pink until later in April.

Whether you’re venturing out on a day trip, planning a long-weekend getaway or setting up a round-the-world travel adventure, saving money is key, especially when it comes to flights, hotels, meals and attractions. Here are five easy ways to keep your travel budget in order on the road.

Once you’re enrolled in the customs-expediting service Global Entry, it’s great. But travelers have long bemoaned how long it takes to nab a coveted Global Entry interview—applicants commonly have to wait weeks or months to wrap up the process (the current processing time is estimated to be four to six months).

The Kimpton Banneker, a boutique Washington, D.C., property in a historic building near Dupont Circle, boasts 144 guest rooms and suites spread out across ten stories. The vibe is modern and trendy, setting a new tone in the heart of a capital city steeped in institutional tradition, and in a great location for both work and play, to boot. There are two on-site restaurants (including a beautiful open-air rooftop terrace) and an impressive range of traveler-friendly amenities for guests to indulge in to enjoy a comfortable visit. It’s also easily accessible to many well-known attractions like the National Mall, the famed cultural institutions of downtown D.C., and the sought-after restaurants and shops of Dupont Circle.

On Saturday night, a Virgin Atlantic aircraft took off from Washington, D.C.'s Dulles International Airport (IAD) at 10:45, bound for London's Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Want to treat yourself or your beloved to a night out on the town and a relaxing hotel stay? Whether you’re coupled up or celebrating solo this year, it’s not too late to take advantage of these Valentine’s Day vacation packages being offered by some of Washington, D.C.’s best hotels—especially since they’re available through the end of February (unless otherwise noted). Prices vary by night so check with your desired hotel to see the current rates whenever you plan to stay.

Travelers flying out of the Washington D.C. area can now complete their Global Entry interviews upon departure, the first airport in the country to offer the option.

Through the 18th and 19th centuries, the predominant opinion in the United States was that Black Americans had no history, says Joy Bivins, director of collections and research services at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, New York.

Washington, D.C., is known as the heart of American politics, but it’s also an unexpected hub for some of the country’s most creative cocktail experiences. After all, the political parties must agree on something, right? A unanimous D.C. favorite is the espresso martini — a sweet treat packing a caffeinated punch.

On the heels of Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week—which takes place in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia from January 15–21, 2024—there are two other Restaurant Week events happening this month throughout Northern Virginia.

TAP Air Portugal is celebrating the new year with a new flight sale offering trips to Europe and beyond starting as low as $379 round-trip.

Ratings that reflect progress across the country to pass 16 important traffic safety laws and countermeasures to combat dangerous driving have been announced.