Smithsonian National museum of natural history

Smithsonian National museum of natural history

Natural history museum of Smithsonian museum is definitely a fun place to visit if you like minerals. If you want to see everything in the museum you need at least a full day to have a look. Many families with kids come for a visit, 

99 Ranch market

99 Ranch market

I only knew 99 Ranch market in California but found it’s also in Virginia! I think H mart has more products that I can buy but I guess it’s better for Chinese if they want something specific here. The ramen sold at the food court 

Raku

Raku

I had grilled salmon lunch bento and it was so good! Everything tasty and they know how to grill a fish. I would visit here again. www.rakuasiandining.com

Le Diplomate

Le Diplomate

I had beef bourguignon for lunch and it was a good combination of beef, mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. Complimentary bread was good, too. It’s a popular place make sure to reserved a seat in advance if you have a preference whether to dine indoor 

Shenandoah (Skyline drive)

Shenandoah (Skyline drive)

It was a right decision to get an annual pass for Shenandoah National Park last time. Many look outs to stop by, park and take pictures as you go through the skyline drive. Brought bento for lunch picnic in the car and enjoyed the view. 

Rosslyn movie night

Rosslyn movie night

Movie nights events are hels in many places for residents in the US. I felt this is so American. People bring snacks, picnic mats, blankets and sit on grass lands at the park for movies at night. Romantic and fun.

Great Falls (Tavern visitor center side)

Great Falls (Tavern visitor center side)

Parked at the Tavern Visiter Center side and walked to the look out deck for Great falls. It took roughly 30mins for a walk as a roundtrip to the look out. There are stairs in between the paths but they aren’t so steep. It suddenly 

Wolfgang’s steakhouse NY

Wolfgang’s steakhouse NY

The steaks here are so tender and juicy. The atmosphere and the interior was quite classic though it’s located in a modern looking building. www.wolfgangssteakhouse.net

Scarpetta

Scarpetta

Great place for meeting old friends. The background music was so loud had to speak very loud as well. The food and the service were all so good. A bit pricy but was worth visiting when in New York. www.scarpettarestaurants.com

The Friends Experience NY

The Friends Experience NY

It took roughly about an hour and a half to look around the venue and take photos. This place is really about taking pictures of everything with yourself in the studios of Friends sitcom. There were so many people inside so you can’t be there