The Art of Video Games exhibit

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Jonathan V

The Smithsonian American Art Museum invites you to the Art of Video Games exhibit on the 3rd floor North of the American Art Museum from March 16, 2012 to September 30, 2012.

The exhibition will highlight how new technologies have allowed for increasingly interactive and sophisticated game environments while staying grounded in the traditions of each game type.

On the first day, the exhibition will kick off with GameFest, featuring presentations by industry ground-breakers, such as Atari founder Nolan Bushnell, Bioshock’s Ken Levine, and Bioware Senior Creative Director Paul Barnett.

A full schedule is available online, as is a preview of the exhibition’s accompanying book.

Jonathan, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White House

Looking for an extreme challenge? TOUGH MUDDER

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Joseph M

Check out Tough Mudder this summer here in Pennsylvania this April. This extreme obstacle course is for people of all athletic backgrounds who just want to go out and have a good time. Its not a race, but rather a chance to face yourself against situations that you may never have though you could accomplish physically. Register early, train hard and try out tough mudder this spring here in PA.

Joseph, Innkeeper

Hit the Gym while you stay at the Guest House!

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Jonathan V

If you’re looking for a work out while you stay at the Guest House, there are a few gyms in our area. If you aren’t already a member of these gyms, many have an introductory pass.

Washington Sports Club in Dupont: The Dupont WSC is located at 1835 Connecticut Ave., NW, which is also about a 5 minute walk from us. If you are guest with us, we can get you a one day pass or a week pass (base on availability) Their prices vary on membership, so see their membership types or give them a call at 202-332-0100.

Gym at the Hilton: There is a 1 day pass that a non-Hilton guest may buy to access their gym. It is located within the Hilton at 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW, which is about a 5 minute walk from us. Call 202-483-4100 for more information.

Results Gym: 1612 U St, NW. At a little over half a mile from us and about a 10 minute walk. They offer a free trial visit for non-members.

Gym at Washington DC Jewish Community Center: 1529 16th St, NW. They’re about a 15 minute walk and less than a mile away from the American Guest House bed and Breakfast. You can contact them about membership information at 202-518-9400.

Enjoy your workout! Jonathan

The Tudor Place and Gardens

Posted on January 21, 2012 by admin

Tudor Place was built by Martha Curtis Peter, the granddaughter of Martha Washington and her husband Thomas Peter, the son of a successful Tobacco merchant. Tudor place remained under the ownership of the Peter family for six successive generations. After the last owner Armistead Peter III died, this estate was opened as a historical site and opened to the public in 1988 under the stewardship of the Tudor Place foundation.

The house is available for guided tours only. Tours are given at the top of each hour from Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 3pm and Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. The house tours last between 45 minutes to 1 hour. Admission for guided tours is $8 per adult, children 6 years and younger are admitted for free. The Garden is open for self-guided tour Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sundays from noon to 4pm. Admission for self guided garden tours is $3. Please visit the website for additional information on guided tours and holiday hours.

Tudor Place is located in the Georgetown Neighborhood of Washington, DC. The most convenient way to access Tudor Place is by metro bus. The D2, D6 and G4 are conveniently located in Dupont Circle. Please visit WMATA’s trip planner page for additional help planning your travel in DC.
Jonathan, Innkeeper

The Carlyle House, Alexandria

Posted on January 13, 2012 by lrosan

This historic home is known for its key role in the French and Indian War. British General Benjamin Braddock used the building as his headquarters, meeting with colonial governors to discuss issues facing colonists and ideas about the war. The stately Georgian home, built by John Carlyle in 1752, is an excellent and well-preserved example of day-to-day life in 18th-century Virginia, showing the prosperity of the period.

Directions:
The Carlyle House Historic Park is located at 121 North Fairfax Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
From Washington, DC: Take George Washington Parkway South towards Alexandria. Turn left on Queen Street and right on N Fairfax.
Carlyle House is also accessible by Metro and bus. The closest metro station is King St. or Braddock Rd. (Yellow/Blue Lines).

Jonathan, Innkeeper

Visit the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington, DC

Posted on January 7, 2012 by lrosan

If you are walking about along the National Mall this season, an infrequently visited museum is a must see for all ages. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is located just southeast of the Washington Memorial, off the Smithsonian Metro Rail Station (Blue or Orange Line). One notable gift that is produced at BEU is full sheets of uncut US Currency hot of the press! You can purchase Sheets in $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, and $50 dollar notes ranging from four to 16 notes on a single page!

Visit the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington DC today.

Washington, DC Tour Office
14th and C Streets, S.W.
Washington, DC 20228
(866) 874-2330 (toll-free) or
(202) 874-2330 (local)

Joseph, Innkeeper

Old Town Theater – Alexandria, VA

Posted on December 31, 2011 by lrosan

If you are looking for a new atmosphere for your next movie choice, check out the Old Town Theater in Alexandria, VA. Built in 1914, the theater catered to “moving pictures, billiards and bolling alley entertainment”. After years of renovations, this historic building in the Old Town district of Alexandria is a must see for any of the latest movies of your choice. Visit the website Old Town Theater for more information on movie showtimes.

Enjoy!

Joseph, Innkeeper

Introductory Flight Lesson! Bowie, MD

Posted on December 26, 2011 by lrosan

Have you ever wanted to fly? Bowie, Maryland is just outside of Washington DC and offers low cost introductory flight lessons for $55. Get one-on-one training with a certified flight instructor on the basics of ground school as well as airtime.

Follow this ling to Travel Zoo’s discounted voucher for at $55 intro course.
Freeway Aviation

Enjoy!

Joseph, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White House

Visiticket Power Pass

Posted on December 25, 2011 by lrosan

Visiticket offers a Power Pass for tourism in the Washington, DC area as well as some other major cities. The passes are sold for 1, 2, 3 or 5 days of consecutive use.

Some sites of interest included are the International Spy Museum, the Museum of Crime and Punishment as well as the Phillip’s collection. The ticket is also valid for entry to Madame Wax Museum, and for Open Top sightseeing and the Old Town Trolley Tour in Old Town Alexandria, VA. These are just a few of the activities you may take advantage of with purchase of a Power Pass. Please visit the website to view purchase options in detail.

Jonathan, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White House

Let’s go Caps! at the Verizon Center

Posted on December 23, 2011 by lrosan

Catch Major League Hockey’s at the Verizon Center and come to support The Washington Capitals which are the professional ice hockey team from Washington, D.C. The Verizon Center is located in Chinatown neighborhood at 7th and H Streets. The arena is home also to the Wizards of the NBA , Georgetown University men’s basketball, and Washington Mystics of the WNBA.

The metro it’s the easiest way to go to the game: take the red line from Dupont Circle to Chinatown.

Tickets start as low as $40. Visit the caps website for more information about the schedule and tickets.

Enjoy the game! Jonathan, Innkeeper