National Geographic Weekend Warrior Travel Package
Fairmont Washington, DC

Located in Washington's fashionable West End and adjacent to historic Georgetown- The Fairmont Washington- D.C. hotel welcomes guests in capital style. A sunlit urban oasis that soothes the spirit- the Fairmont- perfect for business or leisure travel- celebrates many local Washington traditions...

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Photo by Wang Da Gang, courtesy National Geographic Museum
Soldiers. Charioteers. Archers. Musicians. Generals. Acrobats. Nearly 2,000 years ago, thousands of life-size clay figures were buried in massive underground pits to accompany China's first emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, into the afterlife. Their discovery outside the city of Xi'an in 1974 is one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century.

Now, you can stand face-to-face with these terra cotta warriors. In November 2009, National Geographic Museum will host Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor, an exhibition featuring treasures from the tomb complex including 15 life-size figures, weapons, armor, coins, and more. Don't miss this chance to see the largest collection of significant artifacts from China ever to travel to the United States.

Exhibition will be open from November 19, 2009 – March 31, 2010.

Blackout Dates: November 19, 20,21, 22, 26, 27 and February 6th.

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General Admission to Newseum and exhibits.

Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.

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General admission to Madame Tussauds Washington DC and exhibits!

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Admission price includes the show, dinner and two rounds of select beverages. Seating at the Castles is limited and reservations are strongly recommended.

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The first of our market tours series takes us to Eastern Market - the longest running public market in Washington DC. Still serving its original function as a public market, Eastern Market has been the center of life within Capitol Hill for over 200 years.

Part of a city-wide public market system, Eastern Market was built in order to provide a convenient supply of goods to Capitol Hill residents. It acted as an anchor to the Capitol Hill neighborhood; its presence helped to both retain and attract neighborhood residents.

Additionally, Eastern market was a symbol of urbanization, as Washington DC worked to remove the sleepy southern town image it had since the founding of the Federal city.

Our Eastern Market Food Tour will give you an inside look at the legendary market. You will have the opportunity to meet the long standing vendors and taste their specialties which include a variety of local products produced and grown within the Washington DC area.

Your Food Tour may include the following specialties:

• French Pate
• Homemade Kimchi
• Locally grown fruits
• Artisan Breads
• Spanish Ibernico ham
• Regional Cheeses
• Homemade turkey jerky
• Empenadas
• DC Half Smokes
• Eastern European Desserts

After the tour, you will understand the importance of Eastern Market within Capitol Hill as well as Washington DC.

All dishes served are included in the tour. Enough food is served that for most participants, dinner afterwards will not be needed.

Tuesday - Friday between 5:30 and 7:00 pm, Sundays 3:30-5:00pm

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We will take you through historic U Street to 9th street as we visit the heart of the world's largest Ethiopian enclave outside of Ethiopia. Over 200,000 strong, the Washington DC area boasts over 45 Ethiopian restaurants, more than any Ethiopian community in the United States.

We are going to sample foods from a variety of restaurants, some carryout, some sit-down, but all important to the Ethiopian community at large.

Your gastronomic experience will chronicle the intricate flavors, textures, and colors in Ethiopian cuisine, while recounting the history of the Ethiopian people. The tour will highlight Ethiopian cuisine by stopping at a variety of restaurants, each boasting a different specialty dish.

The Food Tour may include the following specialties:

• Traditional Ethiopian breakfast
• Deep fried appetizers
• Vegetarian and meat dishes
• Hand made sauces and cottage cheese
• The Ethiopian national dish, Doro Wot
• Several homemade Ethiopian breads
• Italian influenced desserts
• Coffee ceremony

Little Ethiopia Food Tour (Saturday and Sunday- 10:30am-1:30pm) Starting at 1240 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20009 (Outside the U Street Metro Station-African-American Civil War Memorial)

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