Spirit of Summer Summer’s officially in full swing! Time to pack up the kids and head to an all-American, patriotic venue before school starts! From sea to shining sea, the U.S. is chock-full of sights that will have you humming America the Beautiful: Mount Rushmore, the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell, Boston’s Freedom Trail. But nothing speaks “summer vacation” better than a trip to our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Washington, D.C. sizzles with funky festivals, powerful exhibits, family fun and marvelous monuments. It offers visitors exceptional museums (nearly all free), tree-shaded parks, outstanding restaurants and nightlife that seems to get better every year. It is alive with a special rhythm all its own – it blends a high-powered political climate with an ever-changing population of new talent and imagination. It is a city of noble beauty, white and majestic in marble and granite, yet modern and gentle at the same time. Tall, stately trees and gardens of glorious color, handsome monuments and museums, graceful architecture, the tree-lined National Mall, flowers bordering the meandering Potomac and imposing government buildings blend to create a panorama that is spectacular to behold. Learn more about Washington, D.C.
Four Seasons Washington, DC After a day of sightseeing, you’ll discover flawless hospitality at DC’s premier luxury hotel, Four Seasons Washington, DC. Unequalled attentiveness and gracious service attract business and leisure guests, dignitaries and celebrities alike to this legendary Pennsylvania Avenue hotel in prestigious Georgetown.
Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC offers 222 elegant guest rooms – including 59 suites – with views including Georgetown and the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, the mid-rise brick building is composed of separate east and west wings connected by a glass-enclosed garden walkway.
French limestone or marble bathrooms thoughtfully incorporate signature Four Seasons’ touches. Most have a deep soaking tub, and all feature a glass-enclosed shower and, in a separate alcove, a WC with telephone. Technology ranges from LCD flat-screen HD televisions to high-speed wired and wireless Internet service. Learn more about Four Seasons Washington DC.
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GoApril, ZipSetGo.com’s Vice President, Sales and Alliances, graduated last month from Leadership Dayton, a program of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. The year-long program met once a month for a full day of workshops on hot topics affecting the Dayton area. According to Mescher, “It was a truly amazing experience – not only did I learn a great deal about our community, I made friends I will have for a lifetime. This program has really helped me focus on what my community and career efforts will be over the next three years.”
In other news, GoApril was also recently named Generation Dayton professional of the month. In addition to her Leadership Dayton and Generation Dayton activities, Mescher is a member of the Hospitality Management Advisory Council at Sinclair Community College and volunteers for the Special Olympics, Clothes That Work, Humane Society and the YWCA.
Go-Girls Battle It Out for Special Olympics A little rain didn’t stop the Go-Girls from participating in the Battle of the Businesses. The Go-Girls helped raise over $3,000 for the Special Olympics. GoSara Beth is pictured with one our little champions, Brady!
New Hotels Set to Open in New York City Demand for rooms stays high in New York has caused a slew of new hotels to open in the city. Hotels opening this summer and fall include the 607-room InterContinental New York Times Square, the Gansevoort Park Avenue NYC, the W New York-Downtown, the Chatwal New York, the James Hotel SoHo and The Aloft Harlem, near the Apollo Theater. Source: USA Today (7-8-10)
Consumers Willing to Pay More for Excellent Service
A majority of Americans report that quality customer service is more important to them in today’s economic environment (61 percent) and will spend an average of 9 percent more when they believe a company provides excellent service. These findings were released in the American ExpressGlobal CustomerService Barometer, a survey conducted in the U.S. and eleven other countries exploring attitudes and preferences toward customer service.Source:Travel Agent (7-8-10)
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Show off your all-American spirit this summer! Check out this cool patriotic collection chosen by the Go-Girls.
Washington, D.C. is hot, hot, hot in the summer months. Follow these tips to keep your cool in our nation’s capital:
* Walk the National Mall in the early morning before the heat of the day – and crowds – set in.
* Duck into the air-conditioned Smithsonian Museums in the afternoon to escape from the heat and enjoy the exhibits.
* Bring plenty of bottled water.
* Dress in cool, comfortable clothing.
* Make arrangements with your congressman or senator for passes to the White House and Congress.
* Take advantage of the extended summer evening hours to visit the Washington Monument – it’s open until 10:00 PM all summer long.
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