How can I best go about having an affordable vacation in Washington, DC over two days? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim on Mar 30, 2013 - 26 answers

I'll be in DC next/this weekend. Where should we eat, what should we see? Shorter events are appreciated! [more inside]
posted by FirstMateKate on Nov 23, 2012 - 16 answers

Help us plan a trip on REALLY short notice! [more inside]
posted by Mrs. Pterodactyl on Aug 7, 2012 - 11 answers

Do you know of any good places within a 2-hour commute of DC where it's possible to rent a sailboat and stay somewhere cheap for a weekend? [more inside]
posted by aaanastasia on Jul 2, 2012 - 2 answers

I need to house my family in DC for a long weekend in May. I need it not to be insanely expensive. Creative ideas required! [more inside]
posted by cessair on Mar 13, 2012 - 9 answers

Help me find a place within 4-5 hours driving distance from DC that I could book a swank-esque hotel/non elderly B&B room* and sweep my boyfriend off his feet for a combined Valentines/birthday funtimesfantastic weekend. *(under $400 for 2 nights) [more inside]
posted by Gonestarfishing on Jan 18, 2012 - 15 answers

Where to stay in DC? [more inside]
posted by toastchee on Jul 17, 2011 - 9 answers

Historically, when is Spring in full bloom in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza on Jan 23, 2007 - 12 answers

Romantic Getaway Filter: Help my lovely lady and I find an affordable cabin (or other cozy, romantic-type-lodgings) within driving range of DC for 4-5 days midweek in mid-March. Google provides a lot of information on this subject, but I'm having trouble really narrowing it down, so I'm seeking the input of the Hive. [more inside]
posted by Alterscape on Jan 19, 2007 - 11 answers

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

I have been told by many (including boss) I need to take a vacation...so I am looking for somewhere to go this wknd...within a 3-4 hr drive of DC area where I can relax and not spend a ton of cash either. I am a 30-something female who likes a little bit of everything (not a nature nut, but I appreciate it, same with museums.) [more inside]
posted by psususe on Sep 25, 2006 - 13 answers