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We've done the planning. You do the packing. When you only have a few days to get away, why spend half your time preparing? Quick Escapesreg; frees you from the details and puts you on the road to a good time. Inside you'll find twenty-one carefully planned minivacations within driving distance of Washington, D.C. Enjoy a concert under the stars on the sprawling lawns of President James Monroe's estate in Virginia. Take a thirty-stop historical walking tour of St. Michaels, Maryland, the self-proclaimed "town that fooled the British." Ride the SkyBike 28 feet above the atrium floor of the Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia. With this guide, you'll find enough variety to suit every budget and taste. Featuring: " easy-to-follow itineraries for one- to three-day minivacations " recommendations for the best places to visit, dine, and sleep " plenty of additional options to customize your trip as little or as much as you wish " accurate driving directions and route maps " information on festivals and special events Whether you're looking for a short mid-week adventure or taking advantage of a long weekend, Quick Escapes makes it easy to get away from it all.Fitzpatrick, John is the author of 'Insiders' Guide Quick Escapes Washington, D.C. Getaways From The Nation's Capital', published 2005 under ISBN 9780762734801 and ISBN 0762734809.
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