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In 1966, the movie The Endless Summer chronicled two young California surfers who traveled around the world in search of the “perfect wave”. Using a casual and non-typical documentary filming style, the movie became a cult hit and has been enjoyed by several generations of surfers, all dreaming about quitting their jobs and surfing year-round.
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In 2005, the National Museum of African Art was given an extensive collection of 525 African art objects from the Walt Disney Company. Covering a wide period of African history and regions, mostly from western and central Africa, the collection is dominated by masks and large-scale figures and sculptures.
Some of the pieces also provided Disney animators [...]
UPDATE - this restaurant is now closed.
In the heart of Tysons Corner, somewhat appropriately located next to Tiffany’s is the Colvin Run Tavern. And I recently had the opportunity to dine at what is considered, one of Washington’s top places to dine over the past few years by Zagat, Washingtonian and the Washington Post. It’s sister restaurant, [...]
Smithsonian magazine asked its readers to submit personal photographs to their 4th annual photo contest. The competition covers 5 categories – nature, travel, Americana, people, and images that have been altered or manipulated.
Of the almost 8,500 submitted from across the U.S. and 85 nations, the top 27 are on display at the Smithsonian Castle (officially called [...]
A lone gardener, caring for his park.
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Return to the times of 1785 and take a 30 minute tour the historic Gadsby Tavern by candlelight, complete with costumed guides.
Located in the heart of “Old Town” Alexandria and near the banks of the Potomac River, the tavern buildings were build between 1785 and 1792.
With a taproom for to enjoy a drink, a ballroom [...]
What better way to celebrate the discovery of the stunning Luray Caverns 127 years ago than with a blues, bluegrass and balloon festival?
A dozen brightly colored hot air balloons will launch en mass from Shenk Farm at Luray Caverns on Friday evening and then again twice daily on Saturday and Sunday.
Listen to blues and bluegrass bands including [...]
Starting Monday, August 6th, 167 of DC’s most popular restaurants are offering 3-course dinners for $30.07 and a 3-course lunch for just $20.07.
DC’s Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to try that new place you’ve never been to or visit an old favorite.
The list of participating restaurants includes high-end ($$$$) dining at places such [...]
With significantly more security on flights originating in or departing from DC, this couple would probably been in much more trouble had they been headed to Reagan National.
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With a couple thousand bars in the DC area, a place truly needs to offer something different to stand out and keep customers coming back. At the Brickskeller Inn Dining House and Down Home Saloon, they have found their niche – beer lovers.
With a beer list that could take you ten minutes just to [...]
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