Best Weekend Getaways from Washington, D.C.
Best Weekend Getaways from Washington, D.C. Julekha Dash © Getty One of the charms of living in D.C. is that there’s always a park or botanical gardens close enough to enjoy a moment of serenity. But sometimes residents need a longer getaway from the politically charged atmosphere, especially as the winter doldrums set in. Luckily, the nation’s capital enjoys a seat in a prime mid-Atlantic location within hours of rural mountains, waterfront towns, and history-rich sites—all reachable by car or train. Whether you want to glide down a snowy hill, explore colonial hist...