Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is the epicenter of American government and politics and serves as the capital of the United States. Home to historic monuments, national museums, memorials and government institutions, Washington is a fascinating destination to discover for both its history and modern-day culture. On a day-to-day basis, the busy city buzzes with activity from the daily government workers in action to the many tourists that visit the city year-round to take in all the great attractions. This is where all the action is in terms of government and politics. All three branches of the federal government are located in D.C. in addition to foreign embassies and the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. American history buffs won't fall short of things to do in this town. Visit the White House, the Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial and the Air and Space Museum, to name just a few. The colonial architecture and groomed gardens evoke images of the city's past. Beyond the museums and educational tours, D.C. also features great restaurants, shopping and places to be entertained like any other great city. The capital city is not affiliated with any of the 50 states and is instead overseen by the federal government. D.C. is located along the Potomac River and borders the states of Maryland and Virginia stretching out into suburban communities throughout what's known as the Washington Metropolitan Area.
Whittier, Alaska
Connected to the rest of Alaska by road, rail and the Alaska Marine Highway, Whittier attracts a large numbers of visitors during the summer looking for the unspoiled wilderness of water, forests, islands and glaciers that lies beyond its shores. Whittier has excellent hiking, and due to the influx of travelers, a fair number of interesting shops can be found along the harbor. Kayaking, jetskiing, and even scuba diving opportunities abound and both cruise ship and independent travelers will find fishing charters, sighting tour operators and water taxis available to take visitors into the wildlife-rich waters of Prince William Sound. Thanks to its location, day cruises out of Whittier are among the best in Alaska. A variety of boats, large and small, depart from the small-boat harbor into the rugged and steep fjords that line the Sound. Visit a kittiwake rookery where you can see the eggs in the nests of the black-legged birds, then explore further to see Steller sea lion haul outs and lots of migratory birds, whales and other marine wildlife. Fishing is a popular summer activity in Whittier due to the rich supplies of halibut, salmon, lingcod and rockfish. Guided charters are ready to take visitors out to fish in the bountiful waters of Prince William Sound and the Gulf of Alaska.
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