Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Photo Recap (Day 1)

Samantha Brown at the Travel Theater

The Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show returned to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center yesterday, moving upstairs to the comparatively cozy confines of Hall D. The move made it easier to navigate, but there were a lot of people in attendance, which is (obviously) a good problem to have. Samantha Brown was back as well, headlining at the Travel Theater, to the delight of the standing room-only crowd. Brown returns this morning (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM) to further discuss "Trends, Challenges, Wisdom, and the Four Types of Travel We Will All Need in 2023," and, lucky for you, tickets (click here to purchase) are still available. Click here to see a full schedule of speakers, and... we wish you safe travels!

Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Returns to Convention Center, Feb. 4-5

Samantha Brown (Photo: Travel & Adventure Show)

From our friends at Unicomm, LLC and the Travel & Adventure Show Series...

The Washington, DC Travel & Adventure Show Returns to the Washington Convention Center February 4-5, 2023

The Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show returns to the Washington Convention Center, February 4-5 with thousands of travel options for those who are looking to plan their vacations and destination events. Celebrities like Samantha Brown of PBS “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love”, CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg and travel authors Patricia Schultz and Andrew McCarthy will be among the notables on stage and meeting with fans.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City & Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment to Co-Present Fan-Favorite Broadway Shows in 2020

From our friends at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City & Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment...

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment announced today a 2020 partnership to co-present three fan-favorite Broadway shows that will take place at the Sound Waves Theatre inside the resort destination.

Jean-Claude Plihon Announced as the New Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage Operations for Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.

New Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage Operations, Jean-Claude Plihon

From our friends at Park Hyatt Washington, D.C....

Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. General Manager Terry Dunbar is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Claude Plihon as the hotel’s new director of culinary and food & beverage operations. Plihon will oversee all culinary operations for the award-winning Blue Duck Tavern, 24-hour room service, and banquet operations of the landmark award-winning hotel, which is situated in the heart of the nation’s capital. Plihon joins the Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. team from Dallas where he served for 10 years as executive chef of the AAA four-diamond Grand Hyatt DFW. Under his leadership, Grand Hyatt DFW flourished, and Plihon was recently honored as 2019 Texas Chef Association’s Dallas Chef of the Year. He also earned the 2017 Hyatt Culinary Leader of the Year award and 2015 Hyatt Culinary Team of the Year accolade.

Conrad DC Terrace Debuts Après Ski Experience

Après Ski experience (Photo: Albert Ting)

From our friends at the Conrad Washington, DC...

For the cooler months, the Conrad Washington, DC will bring a taste of the French and Italian Alps to CityCenterDC. Launching this Friday, November 22nd in collaboration with Moncler, the Conrad’s third floor terrace will transform into a luxurious Après Ski experience complete with mountain lodge décor and European-inspired specialty cocktails and shareable dishes. Guests are invited to snuggle up next to the outdoor fire pits with provided blankets and enjoy thermoses for two of Hot Buttered Rum and ‘Haute’ Toddies. Offerings from the special terrace menu, available in full here, include wines by the glass, beers, cocktails and an extensive Fromage et Charcuterie Board featuring Tomme de Savoie and Saucisson d’Alsace salami served with house-made persimmon mostarda and accompaniments, Croque Madame au Confit de Canard prepared with duck confit, duck prosciutto and gruyere, and fireside S’mores with chocolate ganache and chocolate rocks.

Hilton Named Official Partner of the Washington Capitals

From our friends at Hilton...

Hilton Named Official Hotel Partner of the Washington Capitals

The 2018 Stanley Cup champions’ official hotel partner announces incentives and offers at area hotels for the 2019-20 Season

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is pleased to kick off hockey season as the official hotel partner of the Washington Capitals. Locals and travelers visiting Washington for games at Capital One Arena have exciting experiences to partake in at select Hilton hotels around the region.

Pendry Hotels Announces Next Mid-Atlantic Hotel: Pendry Washington, D.C. - The Wharf

Rendering of Pendry Washington, D.C. - The Wharf

From our friends at Pendry Hotels & Resorts...

Pendry Hotels & Resorts Announces Expansion Into the Nation's Capital with Pendry Washington, D.C. - The Wharf

Pendry Washington, D.C. - The Wharf set to open in the city’s waterfront neighborhood in 2022

Pendry Hotels & Resorts, today announced its further expansion into the Mid-Atlantic with Pendry Washington, D.C. - The Wharf. The 140,000-square-foot hospitality development located within Phase 2 of The Wharf, is set to begin construction this summer. This new addition to The Wharf will bring the Pendry Hotels & Resorts refined sense of modern-day luxury hospitality to the waterfront neighborhood in 2022.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Chicago

by Brad Sutter (Contributing Editor)

Chicago, the "Windy City" as they say. I have been planning a trip to head out to Chicago for a few days. Hailing from the Washington, DC area, I frequent many of my favorite restaurants on a weekly basis. Depending on what area I was in and what time it was, there was always that "favorite diner" in that particular area. I've visited them so often, I started to become like one of the restaurant's décor. I will certainly miss my favorite eateries while I am away for a few days. For a change of pace, I decided to go on a "gastro-tourism" adventure while sight-seeing in Chicago. After all, how can one thoroughly enjoy the attractions Chicago has to offer when one is running on empty?

50+ Embassies Participating in Around the World Embassy Tour This Saturday!

Inside the Embassy of Ghana at 2015's Around the World Embassy Tour

From our friends at Passport DC...

More Than 50 Embassies to Open Their Doors to the Public During the Around the World Embassy Tour

Annual event produced by Cultural Tourism DC to be held Saturday, May 4

More than 50 embassies will welcome the public in a cultural exchange like none other at the Around the World Embassy Tour. The event is part of Cultural Tourism DC’s Passport DC, a month-long celebration of DC’s international diplomatic community.

Park Hyatt Washington Announces the Appointment of Tyler Jones as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events

New Director of Sales, Marketing & Events Tyler Jones

From our friends at Park Hyatt Washington, D.C....

Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. General Manager Terry Dunbar is pleased to announce the appointment of Tyler Jones as director of sales, marketing, and events for the luxury 220-room hotel located at 1201 24th Street, NW.  Jones joins the Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. from the modern, 316-room hotel Hyatt Regency Dulles, where he served as director of sales, marketing and events.

The Pembroke Opens for Dinner at the Dupont Circle Hotel Tonight

Inside The Pembroke (Photo: Rey Lopez)

From our friends at The Pembroke...

The Pembroke Opens for Dinner at the Dupont Circle Hotel Tonight

The chic new restaurant replaces Cafe Dupont and boasts a stunning makeover and all-new food & drink menus

After a dramatic transformation, the space formerly known as Cafe Dupont reopens as The Pembroke, beginning its inaugural dinner service tonight, February 8, with a complete makeover and all-new food & drink menus.

Don't Miss the 7th Annual Embassy Showcase - Winternational on December 6

From our friends at the RRB/ITC...

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center to Host 7th Annual Embassy Showcase - Winternational

The free event, sponsored by TCMA (a Drew Company), will connect the DC community with the culture and traditions of over 50 countries
                                                                     
The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (RRB/ITC) is hosting the 7th annual embassy showcase, Winternational, from 11 AM - 2 PM, Thursday, December 6, 2018. Presented by World Trade Center Washington, DC (WTCDC), over 50 embassies will be participating in this year’s event.

Blue Duck Tavern Unveils New “Garden to Table” Fall Cocktails

Grape's Anatomy at Blue Duck Lounge and Blue Duck Tavern

From our friends at Blue Duck Tavern...

Celebrating the spirit of the fall season, Blue Duck Lounge and Blue Duck Tavern at Park Hyatt Washington, D.C., located at 24th and M Streets, NW, are unveiling a collection of new fall cocktails, each highlighting fresh ingredients from the season’s bounty. Fifteen handcrafted libations and two “mock-tails” are being added to the menu each showcasing herbs and fruits, spices, and house-made infusions. Each cocktail incorporates at least one ingredient or garnish that was sourced directly from hotel’s rooftop garden. These new cocktails were created by Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.. Lead Bartender Cole Burger and will be available through December 31, 2018.

Region’s 117 Unveils Fall Menu with Fresh, Seasonal Dishes

Inside Trilogy at Lake Frederick's Region's 117

From our friends at Trilogy at Lake Frederick...

Award-Winning Farm-to-Table Restaurant Uses Ingredients from Area Farmers and Producers

Region’s 117, Northern Virginia’s hottest new farm-to-table restaurant, has unveiled its fall menu highlighting its new seasonal offerings from area farmers and producers. The restaurant recently won the Northern Virginia Daily’s “Best of” for best dinner, best fine dining and best restaurant overall in Winchester and Frederick County as part of the annual reader poll.

Rosewood Washington, D.C. to Unveil New Townhouse Suites and Restaurant Following Extensive Renovation

From our friends at Rosewood Washington, D.C....

Rosewood Washington, D.C. Announces Plans for Renovation

Georgetown’s iconic luxury hotel to introduce townhouse suite experience, refreshed public areas, and incredible new neighborhood dining destination in Spring 2019

Rosewood Washington, D.C., the luxurious urban retreat located in the heart of Georgetown, today announces that the property will close on October 17, 2018 to undergo a renovation. The beloved neighborhood property will be enhanced with the addition of six neighboring townhouses to the hotel’s inventory, offering visitors an exclusive, residential experience, as well as a new restaurant, CUT by Wolfgang Puck, and refreshed public areas. The reimagined property will reopen in Spring 2019.

The Hay-Adams Welcomes Toby B. Lent as Director of Catering

New Director of Catering Toby B. Lent

From our friends at the The Hay-Adams Hotel...

The Hay-Adams Vice President & General Manager Hans Bruland is pleased to announce the appointment of Toby Lent as the new director of catering for the award-winning historic hotel. Lent brings 24 years of experience to the position having worked at distinguished hotels on both coasts including Connecticut, California and Hawaii. Most recently, Lent served as the director of catering and private events at the Peninsula Beverly Hills, before accepting the appointment in the nation's capital. Prior to joining the Peninsula, he served in a director-level role at the St. Regis Princeville in Hawaii, responsible for the annual catering and banquets operations.

The Hay-Adams Introduces the Privacy Please Package

From our friends at the The Hay-Adams Hotel...

A Recipe for Relaxation & Romance as The Hay-Adams Introduces the Privacy Please Package

The Hay-Adams, a top destination for romantic interludes, engagements and weddings, is pleased to introduce the Privacy Please Package created to inspire couples to commence their new year rejuvenated. Designed to make it easy to disconnect and decompress, this package offers luxuriously appointed Junior Suite accommodations. Here one will find a bottle of chilled Taittinger Champagne awaits them to savor at their leisure, perhaps after the one-hour in-room massage for two, which is also included in this relaxing getaway. Melt away the stresses of the day-to-day wearing the package keepsake plush microfiber robes. There are also luxurious Etro® toiletries, a candle and slippers that may turn bath time into a Zen experience; staff will even draw one’s bath upon request.

Sip & Sample: Tickets on Sale for The Whisky Extravaganza DC

From our friends at The Whisky Extravaganza...

Tickets Now on Sale for The Whisky Extravaganza

Annual whisky tasting event launches ticket sales for its Washington, DC showcase

The Whisky Extravaganza announces the launch of ticket sales for its fall market lineup, consisting of New York City, NY, Chicago, IL, Boston, MA, and Seattle, WA, among others. Featuring more than 100 varieties of the most prestigious single malts, premium Scotch whiskies and other unique whiskies from around the world, this much-anticipated event is set to welcome eager enthusiasts to JW Marriott on Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 7:00 - 10:00 PM.

Rosewood Washington, D.C. to Host Wine Dinner on August 23rd, with First Course on the Rooftop

Exterior of Rosewood Washington, D.C.

From our friends at Rosewood Washington, D.C....

Rosewood Washington, D.C. Partners with Venture Vineyards for "Perfect Pairings" Wine Dinner

Sixth installment of the standout culinary series to feature exclusive wine maker experience, with first course on the scenic rooftop bar & lounge

Rosewood Washington, D.C., the luxurious urban retreat located in the heart of Georgetown, is pleased to announce an additional event with Venture Vineyards to take place as part of the hotel’s Wine Dinner Series, which launched earlier this year as a celebration of the world’s most exceptional wines. Taking place on Thursday, August 23rd, the sixth dinner of the series will showcase select varietals from Napa Valley’s revered Venture Vineyards paired with carefully curated dishes.

Hamilton Hotel Brings FoMu Novelty Ice Cream to DC

From our friends at the Hamilton Hotel Washington, DC...

As summer winds down, Hamilton Hotel Washington, DC is offering a tasty way for its guests and area residents to savor the final days of the season in our nation’s hot, humid capital... complimentary ice cream.