I hope that everyone had a Merry Christmas! Nothing beats celebrating the holidays with family and friends in one of your favorite cities. I had a wonderful time in DC! The Madison Hotel featured well appointed rooms and the location was ideal. Not to mention the fact that it was 30% off! I stopped by the National Geographic Museum to see the Terra Cotta Warriors exhibit. It was awe-inspiring to be able to witness clay figures that were built over 2000 years ago to protect the tomb of China's first and most powerful emperor, Qin Shihuangdi.
I ate at some of the best restaurants in the city and absolutely must recommend Central Michel Richard. It's at the intersection of 11th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. The lobster burger, macaroni and cheese, and bread and butter pudding were some of the best dishes that I've ever had...in my life. Other restaurants that definitely deserve an honorable mention include Rasika (sensational tandoori salmon), Chef Geoff, and Old Ebbitt Grill.
Avatar was a fantastic film. The plot was thought-provoking and the 3D technology was incomparable.
The ultimate family fun activity was ICE! at Gaylord National. I had a blast! The room was 9 degrees so we had to move pretty rapidly, but the ice sculptures were breathtaking. Unfortunately they made us wear these ridiculous parkas so you won't see any pictures of me. ;)
Lastly, I visited the American Indian Museum.
Isn't it beautiful?
We were greeted by this statue on the way in. Check out how high the snow was!
Once inside, these colorful painted skulls caught my attention. They're still used today during the Day of the Dead celebration in Mexico.
Anyone who knows me could tell you that I would wear this feather neck ornament in a minute.
But not even I could pull off these turkey feather moccasins.
Geronimooooooo.
Of course I had to finish with the bags! Love this beaded top handle.
And I would totally wear this messenger. Happy Holidays!
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Love those bags...
Hope you enjoying your Christmas time, love and greetings from Norway...
Sounds like you had a lovely Christmas. Stay warm in the cold DC weather!
LOVED the graphics in Avatar. It kind of reminded me of an alien Pocahontas haha. The script wasn't very impressive though.
Sounds like you had very happy holiday.Lovely pictures!
Nuheila
I want pics of you wearing your parka. Hahaha! Glad you had a great Christmas.
this is the longest post ever..lol
and so why wasn't I invited....
leah - haha...totally not gonna happen.
nina - hi hater!
xperience - next time i'm in DC, we will definitely get together.
I love posts like this. Those ice sculptures are amazing! I can't wait to see Avatar...although my husband is always having to remind me how to pronounce it! I have one of those skulls. I would totally wear the feather collar...love the beaded bags...oh, Baby! Great post!
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Wooow...you had a superb Christmas!!
Oh, I heard that Avatar was written in 94' but the author waited for so long for the technology to be mature and to be able to make movie for it.
Happy Holidays! I am dying to see Avatar as well!!
Loooooooved Avatar!!!
Michael, I am so glad you had a nice holiday. I grew up in Falls Church, Virginia (just outside of the city). I love Washington DC, and you definitely took it all in, as one should. I have since moved away and lived in many different places, but I always love to visit. A great recap of your adventures and finds!
sounds like a great trip!
RW
jill - you sound like my kind of girl. thanks for stopping by!
litlstrawberry - i had no idea that avatar was written that long ago. you're always full of useful information.
gail - wow...i used to live in alexandria and loved every minute of it! the dc metropolitan area is awesome!
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