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District of Columbia Vacation.

'D.C.' stands for the "District of Columbia", the federal district containing the city of Washington.

The District of Columbia, founded on July 16, 1790, is a federal district as specified by the United States Constitution. The U.S. Congress has ultimate authority over the District of Columbia, though it has delegated limited local rule to the municipal government.

The Greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area includes the District of Columbia and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.


campings, car rental, hostels, hotels & motels, national parks, tour operators, travel guides, transportation / traveling to the district of columbia

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Camping & Caravanning

 Go Camping America
 Koa  -  Campgrounds of America
 National Park Service Campground and Tour Reservation Site
 Funroads  -  Get Outta Town!
At Funroads.com, you'll find everything you need to organize your next RV trip, so you can relax and enjoy the process. In Get Outta Town, we can help you: Plan your trip and count the days until you depart, Get a map and driving directions, Check on the weather forecast, Find easy-to-make recipes for meals and snacks en route.

Car Rental District of Columbia

 Alamo -  Luxury Discount Auto Rental Company
 Avis
 Budget Rent A Car
 Dollar Rent A Car

Hostels

 Hostelbookers  -  Great Hostels, Free booking, Fast & Easy to use
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.
 IYHF  -  International Youth Hostel Federation

Hotels District of Columbia

 HotelCentraUSA
Search and compare rates at USA hotels. They offer hotels ideal for business and leisure travel. You're sure to find an ideal hotel room to match your budget and desired comfort level. 
 USA Lodging
With a list of over 60,000 accommodations establishments, this directory is an impressive list of motels and hotels on the web. Use the search tool to find what you're looking for in seconds, or navigate to your destination city from the list of states.
 Hotels.com

Tour Operators / Travel Agents



 Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, DC
 Bike the Sites  -  Guided Bike Tours and Bike Rental in Washington
 City Scooter Tours
Scooter and bike tours make the sites of the nation's capital accessible and fun for everyone. Visit the new World War II memorial, Lincoln Memorial, White House, US Capitol and more in the vehicle that suits you best -- a bicycle OR an electric convenience vehicle (mobility scooter). Knowledgeable and entertaining guides will escort you on your leisurely ride, providing historical facts, interesting stories, and little-known anecdotes.
 UC Tours  -  Tour Washington DC
 Official Tourism Site of Washington, DC [ Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation ]
Plan your vacation or a meeting. Find out where to eat, shop and stay.
 Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
Canal barges leave from the C & O Canal at 1057 Thomas Jefferson Street. Purchase tickets from the National Park Service Visitor's Center.
The C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD. The canal operated from 1828-1924 as a transportation route, primarily hauling coal from western Maryland to the port of Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of original structures, including locks, lockhouses, and aqueducts, serve as reminders of the canal's role as a transportation system during the Canal Era. In addition, the canal's towpath provides a nearly level, continuous trail through the spectacular scenery of the Potomac River Valley. Every year millions of visitors come to hike or bike the C&O Canal in order to enjoy the natural, cultural, and recreational opportunities available.
 Site Seeing Tours Inc.  -  The African American Heritage Tour Specialists
 Spies of Washington Tour ® 
 Washington Walks
The best way to tour any historic city is by foot. Washington Walks provides visitors to the Nation's Capital with the ideal place to start. Licensed, knowledgeable guides will introduce you to the stories and sites found in the many beautiful and fascinating areas of Washington, D.C.

Travel Guides District of Columbia / Related books

 DC Sightseeing

Books District of Columbia 

Fodor's Washington, D.C. 2007: with Mount Vernon, Old Town Alexandria & Annapolis
Book Description : Shop in the historical neighborhood of Georgetown, visit the nation's monuments at the best time of day, touch a moon rock at the National Air and Space Museum, stroll through beautiful gardens, or stand in awe of the world's sixth largest cathedral–Fodor's Washington, D.C. 2007 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
Paperback: 352 pages; Publisher: Fodor's; Rev Ed edition (October 3, 2006); Language: English; ISBN-10: 140001719X; ISBN-13: 978-1400017195
Washington, D.C. - Eyewitness Travel Guide
Book Description : Do you want to know about Washington DC's monuments, festivals, museums, history and shopping? Well, look no further the Eyewitness Travel to Washington DC has all of the information about the city and more! This guide is packed with illustrations, photographs and maps to help you navigate around the District. The floor plans of all major sites and the 3-D aerial views of Washington's most interesting districts allow you to feel practiced in the art of tourism. There are also three specially devised walking tours that will point out all of the intriguing things to do around town. Make yourself feel at home with DK's Eyewitness Travel Guide to Washington DC.
Turtleback: 240 pages; Publisher: DK Travel (March 20, 2006); Language: English; ISBN-10: 0756615526; ISBN-13: 978-0756615529

Transportation / How do I travel to the District of Columbia

 Washington Airport  -  Dulles International Airport [ Dulles, Virginia ]
 Washington Airport  -  Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport [ Arlington, Virginia ]

  Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights  -  Flights DC

 Amtrak  -  American Railways
The United States may be one big country, but its landscapes, architecture, cuisines and people offer a great diversity of wonders to explore. Whether you are interested in shopping, dining and sightseeing in big cities such as Los Angeles, Washington DC, Chicago and New York City - or you want to visit America's famous natural attractions, including the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls - or experience the thrills of our renowned amusement parks, Amtrak can help you make the most of your holiday.

 Greyhound Lines  -  Coach Line

 Maps of D.C [ Uni Texas  -  Perry-Castañeda Library  -  Map Collection ]
 Mapblast! Driving Directions  -  streetmaps etc.
Provides interactive maps and driving directions, as well as extensive information on services and products near a user's address or travel route.
 Mc Nally  -  Route Planner DC / USA
 Multimap.com


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 Travel Insurance 

 DC Chamber of Commerce
Make the DC Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center your first stop when you arrive! Located at 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, just two blocks from the National Mall and one block from the White House Visitor Center. Take the Metro and get off at the Federal Triangle stop--just walk out of the station and into the Reagan Building on the street level, and you're there!

 Visitor Information District of Columbia 

 Official Tourism Site of Washington, DC [ Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation ]
Plan your vacation or a meeting. Find out where to eat, shop and stay.

 District of Columbia [ Government ]

 Alexandria - The Fun Side of the Potomac

 Adams Morgan
Community activities and news; sponsored by the Adams Morgan Community Association.
 Adams Morgan
Community businesses, services, and attractions.
 Anacostia
Photographs and articles about the history of this Southeast neighborhood
 Anacostia
Webpage with an overview of the history and architecture of Anacostia.
 Anacostia
An interactive site for local history research; sponsored by The Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History and Culture.
 Anacostia
News, programs, and services provided by the Anacostia Economic Development Corporation
 Bloomingdale
Community news, calendar, resources, and even available real estate.
 Bloomingdale
History, community news and much more; sponsored by the Bloomingdale Boys Club.
 Burleith
Community calendar, newsletters, and other neighborhood resources; sponsored by the Burleith Citizens Association.
 Capitol Hill
Webpage with an overview of the history and architecture of Capitol Hill.
 Capitol Hill
"Voice of the Hill" website, a free community newspaper.
 Capitol Hill
Directory of businesses, services, and attractions; sponsored by CHAMPS (Capitol Hill Association of Merchants and Professionals).
 Chevy Chase
Community news, services, and events; sponsored by the Chevy Chase Citizens Association.
 Cleveland Park
Businesses, services, and attractions found in this Northwest neighborhood.
 Columbia Heights
The history and activities of Columbia Heights, a central city neighborhood.
 Downtown
Downtown DC's guide to shopping, dining, attractions, and much more.
 Downtown
An interactive map of Downtown attractions.
 Dupont Circle
Community news, calendar, and events; sponsored by the Dupont Circle Citizens Association.
 East of the River
Community information, programs, and accomplishments of the Washington East Foundation.
 Foxhall
Community news and neighborhood information; sponsored by the Foxhall Community Citizens Association.
 Georgetown
Community information and neighborhood attractions.
 Glover Park
Community history, news, events, and attractions.
 H Street NE
Community news, events, neighborhood initiatives, and merchant information.
 Hillcrest
History, local news, and neighborhood photos; sponsored by the Hillcrest Community Civic Association
 Lafayette Square
A consortium of neighborhood historic sites and museums; sponsored by Neighbors to the President.
 LeDroit Park
Webpage with an overview of the history and architecture of LeDroit Park.
 Logan Circle
Neighborhood history, community events calendar, and other resources; sponsored by the Logan Circle Community Association.
 Marshall Heights
News, programs, and services provided by the Marshall Heights Community Development Organization.
 Mount Pleasant
Community history and links to affiliated neighborhood organizations.
 Mt. Vernon Square
Community resources, maps, events, and calendars.
 Palisades
Community news, calendar, services, and resources; sponsored by the Palisades Citizens Association.
 Petworth
Neighborhood events, news, services, and even available real estate.
 Shaw
Community news, information, and services.
 Sixteenth Street
Webpage with an overview of the history and architecture of Sixteenth Street Historical District.
 Southwest
History, community news, services, and attractions; sponsored by the Southwest Neighborhood Assembly.
 Stanton Park
Community news, links, and information; sponsored by the Stanton Park Neighborhood Association.
 Takoma Park
Webpage with an overview of the history and architecture of Takoma Park.
 U Street/Cardoza
Community news, services, and attractions; sponsored by the Cardozo Shaw neighborhood Association.
 Woodley Park
Community news, links, and services; sponsored by the Woodley Park Community Association.
 Woodley Park
Community resources, services, and attractions.

 News - Progressive Review
Over 40 years inside the beltway, out of the loop & ahead of the curve. An online journal of alternative news & information
 News - Washington Post Online 
 Radio DC - Washington Radio Stations or Live radiostations Washington
 TV DC - Washington TV Stations
 University DC - University of the District of Columbia
 Zoo - National Zoo 
The National Zoo is a beautiful urban park offering family fun and excitement, stimulating education programs, and a peaceful place to enjoy nature. There is something new to discover on every visit.
The National Zoological Park is a part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex. The Smithsonian includes 18 museums and galleries, as well as the National Zoo.

Cuisine - DC Foods

 Menu Pages - Washington D.C. - see 'Restaurants by cuisine'
 City Guide AOL - Washington DC - see 'Restaurants & Nightlife'
 Washington Post - see 'Arts & Living / Food & Dining'

 The First American Cookbook: A Facsimile of "American Cookery," 1796 by Amelia Simmons / Mary Tolford Wilson.
Paperback: Dover Publications, 01 August, 1984

History of Washington DC

 City Museum of Washington
The Historical Society of Washington, D.C., promotes understanding to the nation's capital as a city of crossroads where North and South, federal and local, urban and suburban, national and international, native and newcomer intersect, and where African American, white, Hispanic and Asian meet and become American.

Music, Art & Culture, Events & Entertainment

 Capital Region USA 
 Cultural Tourism DC 
 Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington

 National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington
Celebration of the original gift of the 3,000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC in 1912. Come and enjoy the spirit of the season.
 National Independence Day Celebration, Washington, July 4
Constitution Avenue and the Monuments in Washington D.C. form the setting for this National Parade. Find out more about this wonderful event. Nowhere is there greater excitement on America's birthday than in the nation's capital.

 Ticketplace.org 
The Washington area's only authorized 1/2 price ticket outlet, TICKETplace is a service of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington in partnership with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Washington Post, and Ticketmaster. Since 1981, TICKETplace has served as the region's only discounted ticket outlet for arts organizations.

Web Portals / Search Engines / Washinton Directories

 Washington DC City Pages 
 Washington DC Registry.com
 DC Guide

 American Discovery Trail
The American Discovery Trail (ADT) is a new breed of national trail — part city, part small town, part forest, part mountains, part desert — all in one trail. Its 6,800+ miles of continuous, multi-use trail stretches from Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware, to Pt. Reyes National Seashore, California. It reaches across America, linking community to community in the first coast to coast, non-motorized trail. The ADT provides trail users the opportunity to journey into the heart of all that is uniquely American — its culture, heritage, landscape and spirit.
 Online Highways - destination guides
 Roadside America - online guide to offbeat tourist attractions
 Theme Parks USA


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