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Itinerary for Apr 7 — Apr 12, 2013

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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: In-room amenities at the Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport include Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, coffee makers, hair dryers and iron/ironing boards

Facility amenities: High-Speed Internet, Pool, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, April 07 - Registration/Dinner and Orientation 
Arrive To: Registration materials will be provided upon check in at the hotel.

Dinner: Dinner at the hotel will be followed by a staff led orientation of the program and Washington, D.C.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: In-room amenities at the Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport include Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, coffee makers, hair dryers and iron/ironing boards

Facility amenities: High-Speed Internet, Pool, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, April 08 - Seminar/Jefferson Memorial/Kennedy Center Tour/Embassy Visit/White... 
Seminar/Jefferson Memorial/Kennedy Center Tour/Embassy Visit/White House neighborhood

Breakfast: A buffet will be served at the hotel.

Morning: A seminar (possible topics include the media, international relations, current issues and the judiciary) will be followed by visit to Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

Lunch: Lunch at KC Cafe, the John F. Kennedy Center's rooftop cafe.

Afternoon: Visit to an embassy in Washington DC. .Exploration of memorial along the National Mall.

Dinner: Dinner will be at a Southern themed restaurant in the hotel neighborhood.

Evening: Exporation of the White House Neighborhood.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: In-room amenities at the Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport include Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, coffee makers, hair dryers and iron/ironing boards

Facility amenities: High-Speed Internet, Pool, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, April 09 - Policy Seminar/Lincoln Memorial/National Gallery of Art/Free Evening 
Breakfast: A buffet will be provided at the hotel.

Morning: A seminar (possible topics include the media, international relations, current issues and the judiciary) will be followed by visit to Abraham Lincoln Memorial.

Lunch: Lunch at the National Gallery of Art's Cascafe Cafe.

Afternoon: Explore the National Gallery of Art's collections. The West Building contains more traditional art while the East Building speaks to all that is modern.

Dinner: You are on your own for dinner this evening. Our staff can make suggesions in the hotel neighborhood or downtown.

Evening: This is a free evening.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: In-room amenities at the Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport include Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, coffee makers, hair dryers and iron/ironing boards

Facility amenities: High-Speed Internet, Pool, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Four: Wednesday, April 10 - U.S. Capitol/Congressional Meetings/Library of Congress/Supreme Court 
Breakfast: Breakfast will be a buffet at the hotel.

Morning: An orientation to Capitol Hill will be followed by visits to the Capitol and and the Library of Congress.

Lunch: Lunch will be on your own on Capitol Hill.

Afternoon: Sit in the Supreme Court and hear about its history and traditions. Meetings with U.S. Representatives/staff can be arranged on your behalf. (complete Congressional Meeting form in prep materials) A Smithsonian Museum option will be offered.

Dinner: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant in Arlington DC or Washington DC.

Evening: After a long day on Capitol Hill or at the Smithsonians, enjoy some time on your own or a brief visit to a memorial.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: In-room amenities at the Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport include Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access, coffee makers, hair dryers and iron/ironing boards

Facility amenities: High-Speed Internet, Pool, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Five: Thursday, April 11 - Politics Seminar/FDR Memorial/MLK Memorial /Smithsonians/Theatre 
Breakfast: A breakfast buffet will be served at the hotel.

Morning: A seminar on a current political issue is followed by a visit to the FDR and MLK memorials.

Lunch: Lunch will be at one of the Smithsonian museum cafes.

Afternoon: Free time will be provided for exploration of two Smithsonian Institution Museums.

Dinner: Tonight, group will dine at a neighborhood bistro famous for its wood fired grill.

Evening: Enjoy a live performance at a local theater (Arena Stage, National Theater, Ford's Theatre, Signature Theater) on your final night in the nation's capital.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Six: Friday, April 12 - Seminar and Departure 
Breakfast: A breakfast buffet will be provided at the hotel.

Morning: A seminar at the hotel will be followed by closing remarks. Check out is generally 12 PM, but luggage storage is available if your departure is later in the day.

Meals Included: Breakfast


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Mall/Smithsonian Free TimeMost of the potential free time is spent at the Smithsonian Museums or the National Mall area. Program staff will try to accommodate participant requests for transportation to un-scheduled activities. We will often have a drop off and pick-up in the National Mall/Smithsonian area for participants. Staff will also try to direct participants to the best method of public transportation.
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•12 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
•7 Expert-led lectures
•9 Field trips
•1 Hands-on experiences
•1 Performances
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