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Timeless yet modern. DC'S magnetism attracts innovation and entrepreneurs. Why DC Washington, DC is among a short list of notable destinations. ONE OF THE TOP PLACES TO TRAVEL IN 2022 AFAR and Business Insider BEST HISTORICAL CITY IN THE U.S. U.S. News & World Report TOP OF THE GOLD LIST IN 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Constantly evolving, Washington, DC thrives and inspires ideas with its distinctive skyline, rich culture, vibrant culinary scene and exceptional venues. The city is also a knowledge hub with unrivalled access to policy leaders and industry experts who provide a unique advantage for meetings and events. ACCESS Navigating the City is a Breeze Considered one of the most walkable cities in the U.S., DC’s 68 square miles is packed with attractions and experiences inviting discovery at every turn. Getting in and around the city is easy with the area’s three international airports with access to downtown hotels and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. You can also ride Metrorail or hop on a bicycle or electric scooter to explore the offerings of the nation’s capital. DEI DISTRICT Embrace the Diversity of DC Differences are celebrated in the nation’s capital. Our global and inclusive community is home to more than 170 embassies and hundreds of organizations and nonprofits making a profound impact on the country. The power of DC is about making connections and creating purpose-driven events that include opportunities to meet individuals from a variety of cultures, races and backgrounds. The DEI District on washington.org provides meeting planners with resources for creating experiences that promote and validate diversity, equity and inclusion. ADVOCACY Add Value and Purpose with Intellectual Capital With companies like Amazon, Boeing and Raytheon Technologies expanding their offices to the Greater Washington area, and several Fortune 500 companies already here, the nation’s capital is a leader in key industries. DC is an epicenter of think tanks, national and international associations, lobbying firms and premier institutions. Access and knowledge are valuable currencies for meetings and DC provides direct connections to industry experts, policy makers, academics and global leaders across a multitude of sectors. SUSTAINABILITY Going Green is Easy As the first LEED Platinum city in the world, Washington, DC has led the way in sustainability. Stemming from a commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2045, eco-friendly initiatives are being implemented throughout the city to promote shared prosperity. The local government is intent on being the healthiest, greenest, most livable city in the U.S. with the Clean Energy DC Omnibus Act, a commitment to 100 percent renewable electricity by 2032. Meet in spaces gilded in LEED Gold certifications, from luxury hotel Conrad Washington DC to progressive, urban redevelopments like The Wharf, featuring venues, green rooftops and recycled construction materials. With closeness to a range of national parks, including the National Mall, meeting attendees can walk, scooter or bike to their next destination. INNOVATION Inspire Fresh Thoughts and Ideas A top city for social entrepreneurs and one of the most educated cities in the U.S., DC’s forward thinking has drawn thousands of tech companies to the region and made it number one for tech employment for women. The city’s world-class technology can connect your meeting attendees, near and far, to the global community of industry experts. Along with DC’s diverse tech community, the city has the highest percentage of female-owned businesses in any U.S. city. Several government and private-sector research institutions along with the region’s universities makes DC a global hub for innovation. NEIGHBORHOODS Experience the Real DC DC is full of distinctive neighborhoods with innovative businesses, Michelinstarred restaurants and creative spaces supporting local artists. Washingtonians know the difference between Washington and DC. The latter is a city made up of inviting neighborhoods, where people live and friends laugh, where coffee shops and pubs buzz, where shops showcase the wares of talented makers. Enhance meetings by experiencing everything from the history on Capitol Hill and high-end boutiques in Georgetown to the beauty of Southwest Waterfront and bustle of H Street NE. There's also performing arts in Penn Quarter, native Go-Go music along U Street, craft distilleries and BBQ joints in Ivy City and a lively market and new beer trail in up-and-coming NoMa. AFFORDABILITY Welcome to the Capital of Free No city provides as many world-class activities for free as Washington, DC. With unmatched access to the Smithsonian’s incredible free museums, the National Gallery of Art, monuments and memorials, free theater and one-of-a-kind events and festivals, meeting attendees can explore the city at their leisure. OUTDOORS Get Active Outside The region’s nature is as diverse as the city’s culture, with dozens of national parks and public gardens. Nearly one-fourth of the city area is reserved for green spaces and 98 percent of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park. In fact, the Trust for Public Land has named DC the best city park system in the U.S. Team-build with an outdoor scavenger hunt on the National Mall or venture into Rock Creek Park. Twice the size of New York City’s Central Park, Rock Creek is a nature-lover’s oasis with historic creek crossings, groomed hiking trails, golf, tennis and horseback riding. Take to the waters with more than a dozen waterfront activities including paddling and boat cruises on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers. During spring, the city dazzles with hundreds of blooming cherry trees during the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.
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