The traditional foods of Indonesia never quite get the credit they deserve. Thousands of islands spread across three time zones ensure a culinary diversity like no other nation.
10.04.2024 - 08:59 / lonelyplanet.com
There's never a bad time to visit Washington, DC. Not only do brilliant events take place almost every day, but the district also undergoes breathtakingly beautiful transformations as the seasons change.
March's explosion of cherry blossoms might well be the biggest magnet for many, but don't underestimate the beauty of a snow-dusted US Capitol in winter, fall foliage sessions at the city's National Arboretum, and lazy summer days cooling off by the Tidal Basin. Here are the pros and cons of visiting at different times of the year.
January, February and March are the cheapest months to visit Washington DC, although February is your best bet – shoppers heading to the city for the January sales can push up prices at the start of the year, and the second half of March is when the cherry blossoms begin to bloom.
Visit in February, and you can expect temperatures between 27°F and 47°F, along with odd snowfall. One minor downside is that, although all of DC's top attractions will be open, it's trickier to find guided tours during this time, as many pause operations between December and March. One important tip: avoid fixed-price restaurant menus around Valentine's Day, when restaurants hike up costs.
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March is when the city's cherry blossom trees burst with color. Working out exactly when the blooms will appear isn't an exact science, but it's usually in the second half of March. In early March, there are daily blossom updates for the city's indicator tree (yes, there really is such a thing), along with the best areas to spot them. Top spots include the National Mall, where you'll find cherry blossom trees gifted to the country by Japan; and the banks of the Tidal Basin, which is lined with trees.
For an extra dose of flower power, book a hotel with views of DC's cherry blossoms. These include several properties in the Wharf area, due to its proximity to the Tidal Basin. The InterContinental Washington DC, Hyatt House Washington DC and Canopy by Hilton Washington DC are all great options. Another ideal base is the Foggy Bottom neighborhood – book a hotel here, and you'll be a short walk from both the National Mall and the Tidal Basin.
During Passport DC, a month-long event that celebrates DC's international diplomatic community, around 50 embassies open their doors to the public, offering behind-the-scenes tours and hosting events that offer insights into their countries. Admission is free, but you'll need to book tickets on the Passport DC website. The events are incredibly diverse, ranging from llama-petting sessions at the Peruvian embassy to craft masterclasses at the Swedish embassy (which has a beautiful rooftop patio that opens to
The traditional foods of Indonesia never quite get the credit they deserve. Thousands of islands spread across three time zones ensure a culinary diversity like no other nation.
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