Washington, D.C. Guide: American Excursionist

Washington, D.C., drew almost 18 million visitors last year, so planning a trip can be a challenge. To make things easier, I recommend the services of American Excursionist, a company that works in conjunction with the Harper Travel Office

Washington, D.C. Restaurant Selection

Washington, D.C. Culture: Lesser-Known Museums

Washington's major museums are justly renowned, but several other collections are worth consideration. Below are three personal favorites.

Revisiting the Grandeur of Washington, D.C.

Americans of all political stripes tend to take a jaundiced view of Washington, D.C., these days, so it is easy to forget that it is a city of great beauty, with fine hotels, stellar restaurants, a vibrant arts scene and world-class museums. My recent trip was inspired chiefly by a desire to stay in the new and much-anticipated Capella hotel in Georgetown, but I was soon reminded how I invariably enjoy visits to the nation's capital.