Hey there, fellow adventurers! We’re back with another exciting update from our family escapades. Buckle up, because this one’s going to be a cheeky ride filled with humor and fun!
So, the day started with an ungodly hour wakeup call. Yup, we dragged ourselves out of bed at the ungodly hour of 06:30. Apparently, the early bird catches the worm, or in our case, gets a head start on the day’s shenanigans.
We stumbled our way down to the hotel’s breakfast area at 07:00, only to find a queue. Supposedly, there wasn’t supposed to be one, but you know how that goes. It was like a bunch of old folks who had never seen a breakfast buffet before, dithering over the cereal choices like it was a life or death decision. Patience is a virtue, they say, but hey, I’m not known for my saintly qualities.
Anyway, we finally managed to check out of the Riu Plaza, which, by the way, had some top-notch service and fantastic staff. Kudos to them for making our stay memorable. With our bags in tow, we embarked on another walking marathon to the metro station. Seriously, I think my wife Michele is secretly training for a marathon or something. She can’t get enough of walking!
After hopping on the metro and then the Airtrain at Sutphin Boulevard in Jamaica Queens, we zoomed our way to Terminal 4 at JFK Airport. Miraculously, our flight took off on time and, brace yourselves, even landed ahead of schedule at Ronald Reagan International Airport. The aviation gods must have been in a playful mood that day!
Once we checked into the CitizenM hotel, we wasted no time and hit the streets again. I swear, Michele’s enthusiasm for exploring knows no bounds. Our first stop was the United States Capitol. Oh, and guess what? We passed the Smithsonian Institute on the way there. No biggie, just casually strolling past world-famous museums like it’s an everyday occurrence.
Now, for those of you wondering what the Washington Monument is, let me sum it up in 25 words: It’s a really, really tall pointy thing that’s like the exclamation mark on Washington’s skyline. Impressive, right?
And let me tell you, our room at the hotel had a killer view of the Washington Capitol building. It was like having a front-row seat to all the political action. We even debated starting our own political talk show from the comfort of our cozy room.
To satisfy our growling tummies, we ventured out to the wharf area for dinner. And let me just say, it was a foodie’s paradise. Great food, great beers, and an overall vibrant atmosphere. We ate like there was no tomorrow and soaked in the lively vibes of the area. Good times, my friends, good times.
Now, if I were to sum up Washington in 50 words, I’d say it’s a place where the hustle and bustle of NYC takes a breather. It’s like the city looked at NYC and said, “Hey, calm down a bit, buddy. Let’s chill and enjoy some history, politics, and good food together.” And that’s exactly what we did.
Stay tuned for our next adventure, where we’ll bring you more laughs, excitement, and probably a few mishaps. Until then, keep exploring, keep smiling, and keep that sense of humor intact!
Cheerio,
The Adventurous Cleary’s
