Heading to DC for work, and hoping to see a little of the city in between meetings? Navigating Washington's downtown area can be tricky if you don't know the best places to explore. Here's a guide to some of the spots you don't want to miss if and when you have some time to kill.Steal away for an hour and treat yourself to some culture, if only so that you can say you did so when people ask. So... (read more - PDF guide)

Finding the "Lost Symbol": DC for Dan Brown Fans

Those who have read "The Da Vinci Code" or "Angels and Demons" (in other words, about 85% of us) will know that Dan Brown's third book in the Robert Langdon series, "The Lost Symbol", is set in and around Washington. (Don't worry, there are no spoilers in this guide!)A key element of the novel's plot revolves around Freemasonry, the fraternal organization that, for many, seems shrouded in secrecy... (read more - PDF guide)

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Favorite Family Activities in Washington DC

Guide written by Nancy Solomon. Here’s our list of favorite family-friendly activities in and around DC. Remember, keep it fun and take what you think you can do in a day and cut that in half. Note: Be sure to read the Day Notes for the kid-friendly details on recommended attractions. Ciao Bambino provides tips and advice around all things related to traveling with kids and is a guide to the ... (read more - PDF guide)

Kid Friendly Washington: Family Fun in the Federal City

Washington offers everything a vacationing family could want: monuments, museums, parks, performances, and much more. You’d need a month to take advantage of all of the kid-friendly attractions and activities in DC; this guide provides a five-day itinerary of the must-sees and must-dos for a traveling family. read more about Kid Friendly Washington: Family Fun in the Federal City (read more - PDF guide)

2 Day Museums Tour

This trip is designed to pack your day full of some of DC's best and most memorable museums. Most of the trip can be done on foot in nice weather or easily via public transportation. In addition, this trip can easily be combined with the monuments and memorials trip to allow for a comprehensive visit of DC. Please note, a number of the restaurants and some of the museums require tickets, dependi... (read more - PDF guide)

Neighborhood and Culinary Destinations

This trip is designed to be a relaxing, yet comprehensive, view of some of the best neighborhoods in Washington, DC. There are few tourist-focused items on the itinerary, so this is not designed for individuals that have never seen the Washington monument. This trip also involves a lot of walking, sometimes up to a mile or more between stops, but traveling by foot will give you the best feeling ... (read more - PDF guide)

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A 3 Day Weekend For Young Professionals

This trip will give you a chance to experience some of DC?s best restaurants and bars, as well some of the cultural landmarks that make DC famous. The trip is concentrated primarily in the DuPont Circle and Chinatown areas, so any hotel in these areas will really do. This trip is also intended to be mostly conducted primarily on foot and via the metro. Many of these restaurants are popular, so ... (read more - PDF guide)

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1 Day Monuments and Memorials in Washington DC

This is a one day trip, designed to give those who have never been to DC an opportunity to see some of the nation's most impressive monuments and landmarks in a single day trip. It is designed to start early (9 AM), and should allow enough time to see a good portion of every major monument in the DC area. It is also designed to also keep expenses down. Except for lunch, and potentially a cab rid... (read more - PDF guide)

Weekend in Washington: A Two-Day Crash Course in some of DC’s Greatest Hits

In a perfect world, you’d have many days (or even weeks) to explore Washington and all that it has to offer. But as we all know, the world isn’t perfect, and things like jobs, family obligations, and finances get in the way. If you do manage to carve out a weekend to visit the Nation’s Capital, here are some ideas to make the most of your relatively brief visit. Note that these tips are b... (read more - PDF guide)

Historical 5 Day Trip to the Nations Capital

This trip is designed to give you a thorough overview of some of the DC areas best historical and cultural landmarks. It includes many of the monuments and museums that makes DC postcards, but it also includes time to get out of the city, relax, and enjoy some of the beauty of the areas surrounding the district. It is a complete trip for someone who has never visited before, and the majority of ... (read more - PDF guide)

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Colleges near Silver Spring, MD

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L'Academie de Cuisine

16006 Industrial Dr, Gaithersburg, MD

(301) 670-8670

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 2.00

TESST College of Technology - Beltsville

4600 Powder Mill Rd, Beltsville, MD

(301) 937-8448

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 17.12

Lincoln College of Technology

9325 Snowden River Pky, Columbia, MD

(410) 290-7100

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 20.41

TESST College of Technology - Baltimore

1520 S Caton Ave, Baltimore, MD

(410) 644-6400

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 30.14

Aesthetics Institute of Cosmetology

15958C Shady Grove Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

(301) 330-9252

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 2.18

Hair Expressions Academy

12450 Parklawn Dr 2nd fl, Rockville, MD

(301) 984-8182

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 7.46

Omega Studios' School of Applied Recording Arts & Sciences

5609 Fishers La Ste 14A, Rockville, MD

(301) 230-9100

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 7.80

American Beauty Academy

11006 Veirs Mill Road, Wheaton, MD

(301) 949-3000

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 10.25

American Career Institute

11141 Georgia Ave #418, Wheaton, MD

(301) 933-4660

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 11.19

Montgomery Beauty School

8736 Arliss St, Silver Spring, MD

(301) 459-2509

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 14.89

The Temple - A Paul Mitchell Partner School

22 W Church St, Frederick, MD

(301) 682-7550

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 21.68

Frederick School of Cosmetology

403 S Jefferson St, Frederick, MD

(301) 668-2900

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 21.73

Hair Academy Inc - New Carrollton

8435 Old Annapolis Rd, New Carrollton, MD

(301) 459-2509

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 21.90

New Creations Academy of Hair Design

3930 Bexley Pl, Suitland, MD

(301) 899-9100

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 25.75

North American Trade Schools

6901 Security Blvd, Suite 16, Baltimore, MD

(410) 298-4844

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 27.19

Baltimore School of Massage

517 Progress Drive Suite A - L, Linthicum, MD

(410) 636-7929

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 29.18

Maryland Beauty Academy

152 Chartley Dr, Reisterstown, MD

(410) 517-0442

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 29.97

Baltimore Studio of Hair Design

318 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD

(410) 539-1935

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 33.12

Robert Paul Academy of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences

1811B York Rd, Timonium, MD

(410) 252-4244

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 37.08

Aaron's Academy of Beauty

11690 Doolittle Drive, Waldorf, MD

(301) 645-3681

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 40.24

Award Beauty School

26 E Antietam St, Hagerstown, MD

(301) 459-2509

College Type: Less Than 2-Year

Highest Degree: Non-degree Granting

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 43.90

Montgomery College

40 W. Gude Drive, Suite 220, Rockville, MD

(240) 567-5000

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 20,000 & Above

Distance: 4.37

Howard Community College

10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD

(410) 772-4800

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 18.17

Frederick Community College

7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD

(301) 846-2400

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 23.93

Prince George's Community College

301 Largo Rd, Largo, MD

(301) 336-6000

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 10,000 - 19,999

Distance: 27.08

Carroll Community College

1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD

(410) 386-8000

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 28.91

Baltimore City Community College

2901 Liberty Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD

(410) 462-8300

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 31.76

Hagerstown Community College

11400 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD

(301) 766-4422

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 41.43

College of Southern Maryland

8730 Mitchell Rd, La Plata, MD

(301) 934-2251

College Type: 2-Year

Highest Degree: Associate's

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 41.70

Yeshiva College of the Nations Capital

1216 Arcola Ave, Silver Spring, MD

(301) 593-2534

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Bachelor's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 11.81

National Labor College

10000 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD

(301) 431-6400

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Bachelor's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 14.93

Washington Adventist University

7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD

(301) 891-4000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 15.70

Tai Sophia Institute

7750 Montpelier Road, Laurel, MD

(410) 888-9048

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 17.14

Capitol College

11301 Springfield Rd, Laurel, MD

(301) 369-2800

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 21.15

Washington Bible College - Capital Bible Seminary

6511 Princess Garden Pky, Lanham, MD

(301) 552-1400

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 21.69

Hood College

401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD

(301) 663-3131

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 22.20

Maple Springs Baptist Bible College and Seminary

4130 Belt Rd, Capitol Heights, MD

(301) 736-3631

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Other

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 24.01

Ner Israel Rabbinical College

400 Mount Wilson Ln, Baltimore, MD

(410) 484-7200

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 29.62

McDaniel College

2 College Hill, Westminster, MD

(410) 848-7000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 32.22

Stevenson University

1525 Greenspring Valley Rd, Stevenson, MD

(410) 486-7000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 33.15

Maryland Institute College of Art

1300 Mount Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD

(410) 669-9200

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 33.36

Baltimore International College

17 Commerce Street, Commerce Exchange, Baltimore, MD

(410) 752-4710

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 33.67

St. Mary's Seminary & University

5400 Roland Ave, Baltimore, MD

(410) 864-4000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research

Students Enrolled: Under 1,000

Distance: 34.06

Johns Hopkins University

3400 N Charles St, Mason Hall, Baltimore, MD

(410) 516-8000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 20,000 & Above

Distance: 34.10

Loyola College in Maryland

4501 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD

(410) 617-2000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 34.32

College of Notre Dame of Maryland

4701 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD

(410) 435-0100

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 34.41

Mount St. Mary's University

16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD

(301) 447-6122

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 37.86

University of Maryland - University College

3501 University Blvd East, Adelphi, MD

(301) 985-7000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Other

Students Enrolled: 20,000 & Above

Distance: 17.34

University of Maryland - College Park

Address Not Available, College Park, MD

(301) 405-1000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 20,000 & Above

Distance: 17.66

Bowie State University

14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD

(301) 860-4000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 25.32

University of Maryland - Baltimore County

1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD

(410) 455-1000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research

Students Enrolled: 10,000 - 19,999

Distance: 27.86

Coppin State University

2500 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD

(410) 951-3000

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Master's

Students Enrolled: 1,000 - 4,999

Distance: 31.56

University of Maryland - Baltimore

520 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, MD

(410) 706-3100

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 32.86

University of Baltimore

Charles at Mount Royal, Baltimore, MD

(410) 837-4200

College Type: 4-Year

Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional

Students Enrolled: 5,000 - 9,999

Distance: 33.57

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