Fairfax County Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Bright and Sunny at Westin Dulles

Straight from a 23 hour plane from Manila to Narita to Dulles, this beautiful landscape framed into my bedroom at the Westin Dulles is what greeted me on my visit in Virginia. Bright sun reflecting by the 15 meter tall fountain at the middle of a small lake in the vast greenery was a sure relief after the long ride. The big, soft and comfortable bed shortly cradled me to a good sleep after a hot at steamy bath on the large bathroom with a very nice robe to finish. It was a joy waking up everyday to this nice view, with the buffet with variety of fresh local produce waiting for me at the club lounge. I even met some Filipinos working there, and as usual, gave me a very warm and nothing but impeccable service. #favehotels #businesstrip #westin #virginia

🌸❣️ The Westin Washington Workout

#cherryblossom2024 Address: Address: 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 20171, United States We arrived at The Westin Washington Dulles Airport using their free airport shuttle bus and this hotel has a 24 hours gym and fitness studio. We had a good rest here after our longest flight and we also managed to have a great workout too. We always prefer to have access to gym facilities when we stay at hotels. Nowadays. more hotels are opening up their gym up to 24 hours so at any point of time, guests can plan their workouts accordingly. The gym here came equipped with weight machines and many cardio equipment too.

❣️🌸The Westin Washington Dulles Airport

#cherryblossom2024 Address: 2520 Wasser Terrace, Herndon, VA 20171, United States We check into The Westin located nearby Washington Dulles Airport so that we can fly out easily. The hotels in USA have similar check in and check out timing as Singapore and you can try to request for early check in too. The rooms are spacious and clean but hot water not so hot. This is one of the hotels within the airport area, within 10 minutes drive using hotel free shuttle bus. We felt good after a hot shower and a good sleep after a long flight from Singapore. We are ready to explore this city and embark on our road trip.

Best way to see the Washington DC monuments

The 18-mile Mount Vernon Trail is one of the most popular trails for walkers, runners and cyclists in Washington, D.C. Located just across the Potomac River from D.C. in Virginia, the trail follows the Potomac's Virginia shoreline from Theodore Roosevelt Island (near Rosslyn, VA) to George Washington's Estate located at Mount Vernon. The trail follows the course of the Potomac, linking Fairfax County and Alexandria to Arlington County and major Potomac River bridge crossings into the District of Columbia. The trail offers wonderful views of the Potomac and DC monuments. There are also several points of interest along the way, including George Washington's home at Mount Vernon, Old Town Alexandria, Arlington National Cemetery, and the local's favourite Gravelly Point (at the north end of the National Airport's main runway). This is THE one trail that offers the best views and gives you peace of mind if you're looking for some sanctuary moments. If you are in the DC area, what are you waiting for?

Instantly recognizable, the SR-71 Blackbird is one of the most impressive airplanes every designed. Capable of speeds in excess of mach 3, it was standard operating procedure for pilots to simply accelerate and outrun any air defense missiles launched to target it. Note the skunk on the tail, a reference to the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, which designed the SR-71. #triplocal

Tremendous Air and Space Museum!

we spent nearly two hours in here. It’s really cool and kind. you might want to be a pilot or space explorer. I highly recommend this place.

The Observation Tower at the Udvar-Hazy Center is nice for the view it offers; however, I was disappointed in the exhibit. They could have done much more to recreate the experience of being in an airport control tower. Instead there are just a few things displayed to give the most basic sense of tower operations. It's worth it for the view, but don't expect much if you go up there. #triplocal

When NASA retired the Space Shuttle fleet, it was generally assumed at least one remaining orbiter would wind up in the National Air and Space Museum. The Space Shuttle Discovery is now an integral part of the space exhibits at the Udvar-Hazy Center, where a purpose-built addition was constructed just for it. #triplocal

Beautiful park to watch autumn ending

Address-9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct, Vienna, VA 22182, United States Fee $3 - $6 Visiting Centre Opening hours-10am to 6:30pm and the park closed at 7pm This is a lovely park and spans over 90 acre complex featuring ornamental garden, native plants, lakes and trails. And do visit the unique Korean Bell Garden. Love the relaxing atmosphere here. I also love the natural landscape and how well-maintained this park is. A very nice place to walk outdoors and enjoy a family picnic in some of its areas or seeing different varieties of plants and animals. It is also wheelchairs-friendly 🦼 and has a large parking lots #fallingforfall