Not your father's capital...

 

 

Planning a tour to Washington, D.C., should not be like a trip to the dentist, but new regulations in play  is making it just so.

Forewarned is forearmed, thus the watch word is strategic planning well in advance of your tour. Most, if not all D.C. sites, require reservations for groups--whether through the National Park Service,  by letters of request to your member of Congress, or directly with an organization.

Tour arrangements should not  be left to chance. We can advise you and, together, map out the most plausible itinerary for your group.

Other action to consider:

  • Avoid the spring rush; visit in the fall
  • Edit agenda: keep the best & toss the rest
  • Cultivate government contacts
  • Plan, at least, one year in advance
  • Fill one bus (54) & maximize savings
  • Estimate 1 adult for every 10 students
  • Ponder week-end travel; rates are lower

 

Whistle your way to Washington with W.I.T.

 Sadly, global events may have you, as James Bond would say, shaken, not stirred.

Nonetheless, many constructive and protective measures are now in place in Washington, D.C. and, indeed, the city is in the midst of a cultural and building renaissance. Prospects include massive expansion of the Kennedy Center, the new Native American Museum, World War II Memorial, renovated National Archives, and new U.S. Capitol Visitors' Center. The list goes on.

The opportunity for a meaningful field trip to Washington, D.C.  is still possible for the smart teacher armed with plan and purpose. We hope you'll  seek our advice and help.