Frommer's Washington DC 2003 - r Author:Elise Hartman Ford Thoroughly updated every year, Frommer's Washington, DC features colour photos of the monuments and memorials, sights and experiences that await you. The author, a longtime resident, covers all the highlights, from the Smithsonian to springtime's glorious cherry blossoms. She's checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, an... more »d will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget. Her dining reviews encompass everything from the best power lunch spots to family-friendly choices, from affordable ethnic spots to trendy bistros opened by DC's hottest new chefs. This sightseeing guide also offers background stories and practical logistical tips, up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; and side trips to Mount Vernon and Alexandria. There is also a colour fold-out map and an online directory to faciltate planning your trip.« less