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A trip from August 16, 2009 to August 21, 2009, travelling to Washington, Alexandria, Fort Myer, Northwest
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Unscheduled - Washington

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Lincoln Memorial

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Located at the west end of the National Mall , the Lincoln Memorial is a principal landmark of the city. It offers m …
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Lincoln Memorial
Lincoln Memorial Cir SW & 23rd St NW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

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When it was unveiled in 1982, nothing but controversy met the design of Vietnam Veterans Memorial to the 58,000 Amer …
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Henry Bacon Dr NW & Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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National Mall

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The National Mall is a bit like Disneyland, in the sense, that there is no way to fully experience it all in just on …
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National Mall
7th St NW & Madison Dr NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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National World War II Memorial

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Dedicated on May 29, 2004, the World War II Memorial is the first national memorial to honor "Americans who took up …
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17th St SW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 619 7222
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Korean War Veterans Memorial

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One of Washington's newest memorials, the Korean War Veterans Memorial pays tribute to the many who fought in the Ko …
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Korean War Veterans Memorial
Daniel C French Dr SW & Lincoln Memorial Cir SW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 619 7222
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Washington Monument

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The symbol of the city of Washington DC, this 555-foot marble obelisk on the National Mall honors the nation's first …
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Washington Monument
15th St NW & Madison Dr NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

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Visitors should come prepared for an experience likely to be disturbing and difficult to forget when visiting United …
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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW
Washington, DC 20024-2126
United States
+1 202 488 0400
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Ford's Theatre

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The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln here on April 14, 1865, overshadowed this theater for most of its his …
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Ford's Theatre
511 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20004-1402
United States
+1 202 347 4833
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Smithsonian Institution Building

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Commonly known as 'America's attic', the Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum complex and research …
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900 Jefferson Dr SW
Washington, DC 20024
United States
+1 202 633 1000
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National Archives (The)

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The National Archives is a bombproof, fireproof facility that protects the nation's most treasured documents. The me …
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National Archives (The)
700 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 357 5400
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National Air and Space Museum

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There are dozens of aircrafts here, everything from the Wright Brothers' Flyer and Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. …
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National Air and Space Museum
6th St SW
Washington, DC 20024
United States
+1 202 633 1000
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U.S. Capitol Building

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The legislative branches of the U.S. government, the Senate and the House of Representatives, meet in the Capitol Bu …
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U.S. Capitol Building
1st St NE
Washington, DC 20002
United States
+1 202 225 6827
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Library of Congress

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Originally intended as a small reference library, the Library of Congress now contains the largest collection of boo …
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Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003
United States
+1 202 707 8000
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Washington National Cathedral

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A frequent site of nationally significant memorial services, the National Cathedral is open to worshipers of all den …
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Washington National Cathedral
3109 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016-5015
United States
+1 202 537 6200
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Thomas Jefferson Memorial

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Designed by John Russell Pope, this Roman-style monument to Thomas Jefferson, the nation's third president and autho …
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Thomas Jefferson Memorial
E Basin Dr SW & Ohio Dr SW
Washington, DC 20024
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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International Spy Museum

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The International Spy Museum provides a unique glimpse into the innovative world of espionage and its impact throughout …
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International Spy Museum
800 F St NW
Washington, DC 20004-1505
United States
+1 202 393 7798
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

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This monument is not only a memorial to the nation's 32nd president, but also a remembrance of the people of his tim …
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
W Basin Dr SW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 426 6841
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National Gallery of Art

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The National Gallery houses an extensive collection of European and American art in two spectacular buildings. In th …
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National Gallery of Art
Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 737 4215
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Anderson House

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This palatial townhouse on Embassy Row is a showpiece of the collections, interests, and lavish decor of Ambassador …
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Anderson House
2118 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008-3640
United States
1 202 785 2040
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Unscheduled - Alexandria

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Old Town Alexandria

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Long before the establishment of Washington, DC, Alexandria was a town centered in politics and commerce. The foundi …
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Old Town Alexandria
South of Washington
Alexandria, VA 22302
United States
+1 202 789 7000
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Unscheduled - Fort Myer

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Arlington National Cemetery

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Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place of many who gave their lives in service to the country. Two U …
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Arlington National Cemetery
Memorial Bridge
Fort Myer, VA 22211
United States
+1 703 607 8559
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Unscheduled - Northwest

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Washington Harbour

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Washington Harbour's scenic setting combines the social pleasures and style of Georgetown with the natural beauty of …
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Washington Harbour
3000 K Street Northwest # 108
Northwest, NC 20007
United States
+1 202 337 3777
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