I want to try balut in Northern VA! [more inside]
posted by FatherDagon on Sep 1, 2009 - 8 answers

I get the impression that DC is not a great dating town for young 20-something college graduates. Am I totally off base? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2009 - 16 answers

I've heard that there are twice-daily commuter flights to/from Charlottesville, VA and DC. I can't find any online... everything seems to be typical big-airliner, normal-expensive flights. Am I looking in the wrong place, and what's the best option for traveling between those two places minus a car? [more inside]
posted by tmcw on Jun 6, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm looking for extremely primitive beach camping sites (preferably on the Chesapeake) in the DC/MD/VA area. I'm talking about places with no running water, no bathrooms, nothing but nature for miles around. Assateague Island's backcountry camping sites are a perfect example of what I'm looking for. Any suggestions? Thanks!
posted by charmston on Apr 25, 2009 - 4 answers

Sunday brunch in Old Town Alexandria, VA? [more inside]
posted by aelish on Jan 15, 2009 - 12 answers

Where should I live in Arlington, VA? I want to live on the orange line metro. I'm 23 and single and I want to be as close to the action as possible. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Sep 19, 2008 - 27 answers

Where in northern NC or VA should we go camping from July 10-12th? [more inside]
posted by ZackTM on Jun 23, 2008 - 3 answers

Does anyone have any advice on which of the Veterans Service Oranizations are best for assisting somebody in filing a VA disability claim?
posted by Irontom on Sep 21, 2007 - 2 answers

My husband is a Marine we will be moving to the DC Area in November. He will be working near the Washington Navy Yard, and his commute is a concern for us. We are planning on starting a family, so living in a safe neighborhood is a priority. We would like to live in a "nicer" neighborhood, preferably quiet and family-friendly. We would like to spend about $1,600/month on rent, but would be willing to spend as much as $1,850 to get what we want. [more inside]
posted by creedling on Jul 16, 2007 - 17 answers

My wife has landed a job as a professor at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA. In anticipation of moving in August, we are visiting to look at apartments next weekend. What neighborhoods/areas (or specific locales) can you recommend for a young academic/professional couple on a budget? Some factors that we think add to a location: cultural amenities like book stores, music shops, good food, and music venues. We have read about Ghent and will check it out, but are there other neighborhood to look into as well?
posted by Verdant on Jun 29, 2007 - 5 answers

Activities in Luray, VA? [more inside]
posted by skwm on May 22, 2007 - 16 answers

Anyone have experience with virtual assistants or remote assistants? [more inside]
posted by AceRock on May 2, 2007 - 2 answers

At the bottom of this list of available emblems of belief for veteran's headstones two symbols, the christian scientist cross and crown and the muslim five pointed star, are said to be not shown due to copyright. What's up with that? [more inside]
posted by thecjm on Apr 24, 2007 - 7 answers

Where should we live in Alexandria, VA? [more inside]
posted by Flamingo on Feb 14, 2007 - 12 answers

Does Veteran's Administration medical treatment information get to the insurance world? [more inside]
posted by Mom on Feb 11, 2007 - 1 answer

Christmas getaway near DC for people who don't celebrate Christmas? [more inside]
posted by callmejay on Dec 10, 2006 - 8 answers

I'm seeking opinions... What is the best place to live if you're commuting to the Union Station area of Washington, DC? I'm open to anything, but, I need to buy a relatively affordable house. Also, my Mom lives in Frederick, my Dad lives in Baltimore, and my brother-in-law lives on Capitol Hill. It would be nice to be somewhat central to all of them. For a bonus point: Are there any towns that are simply so great (have a great downtown/restaurants, etc...) they are worth consideration regardless of these other factors?
posted by Shanachie on Nov 8, 2006 - 25 answers

The partner and I are going to Williamsburg, VA this weekend (Oct 26-30). What is so amazing (particularly delicious) that if we miss it, we will weep over the omission.
posted by Classic Diner on Oct 24, 2006 - 16 answers

Can anyone recommend a good mover in the DC/NoVA area? [more inside]
posted by XQUZYPHYR on Aug 15, 2005 - 6 answers

We're off to Richmond VA. What neighborhood should we live in? How much should we pay? Any tips for looking for an apartment? [more inside]
posted by lalalana on May 26, 2005 - 14 answers

Does anyone have any secrets for finding vacation rentals? My family and I are trying to plan a trip to Va Beach or Nags Head, for the first week in June... I can search google and find all the rental sites, but I'd really like perhaps a site that might do searches for both locations and return the results on one page... or insider information, hopefully from people that live in that area, or do it frequently.
posted by TuxHeDoh on Jan 7, 2005 - 7 answers

Inspired by this thread and informed by this thread, I've decided that I definitely need to run away from home. I've been in New England all my life, and I have close to zero experience with the rest of the country. Specific questions inside (covering topics such as Virginia, Oregon, commercial radio stations, and being young and looking for good nightlife). [more inside]
posted by TurkishGolds on Jul 13, 2004 - 30 answers