Washington DC (2025)

We had a repeat visit to Washington

DC, ten years later, and have some

observations.

Much of what we wrote for 2015 still applies. The national galleries and museums are still free but you need to book an entry time, You can’t just turn up. Things are a lot more expensive than ten years ago, not surprising, of course, but more so. The people are lovely. Well, the ones we encountered were. You don’t talk politics or world affairs. They generally ignore it all and just get on with their lives. There are bargains to be had. Our hotel was super and a bargain for what we got. The staff told my owner that bookings from foreign countries were noticeably down already, and we were all, including me, welcomed heartily. I was tidied often and looked after. The weather in early May was hot and sunny. Bears don’t like that too much, but the air conditioning worked just fine. There are interesting day trips available. My owner was going to Baltimore, but didn’t, and went to Alexandria instead. It’s quite touristy but still very lovely on a sunny day. We stayed in Georgetown, which is a great area to be in, north west of the main parts of the city, but the White House is still walking distance. There is a strong cupcake culture and you will see long queues outside some of the famous shops. Do try one - it’s worth it, but not if you are a bear and icing in the fluff is not a good look. My owner also managed an opera. Operas and not for bears - too much shrieky singing and noise. we like the quiet life.