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Atlanta - Atlanta epitomizes of the "new south." While the city boasts an amazing heritage - one very significant to America's social, cultural and political history - it is also an innovative city willing to accept new challenges. Atlanta is consistently setting trends and is always expanding, not just geographically, but economically, politically, artistically and socially. Naples - Naples is one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. The city's biggest draw is its "Mediterranean" climate, consisting of long sultry summers and cool arid winters. Average winter temperatures hover at about 70 degrees, while summers rarely exceed 90 degrees. Naples has a good reputation for retail, ranging from jewelry stores and elegant resort-wear, to special gifts and home furnishings, often made by local hands. The median age in Naples is 44.1. Dallas - The most visited city in Texas, Dallas is an expansive metropolis offering an immense array of sites and activities, business, leisure and adventure. The city is cosmopolitan yet still holds on to its southern roots. Dallas offers the best in art and recreation, dining and nightlife, sports, shopping, and more. In addition, the city offers more live music every night than even Nashville -- from Country & Western music to blues, rock, symphony and much more. Chicago - Originally established in 1779, Chicago has long been a midwestern hub for domestic and international travel, business and entertainment. The city boasts a comfortable mix of historic and modern attractions, as well as a strong legacy of professional sports teams. Architectural treasures, a prominent arts community and a diverse array of dining, shopping and nightlife abound. Cannes/french Riviera - Situated along the majestic French Riviera in south France, the city of Cannes is a year-round harmony of seashores and wooded mountainsides, of lush vegetation and mild temperatures, as well as festivals, nightlife, recreation and more. Cannes has a broad devotion to the arts, ranging from museums and theaters to a diverse array of festivals--hence Canne's nickname, "The Festival City." Cannes also offers world-class shopping and international dining as well, with several commercial streets devoted simply to fashion and cuisine. With an average of 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, the outdoor activities, especially boating and water sports, are some of the best offered in Europe. At night visit one of the many cafes or bars, or take a chance at one of the glitzy casinos. Buffalo - Buffalo has a rich heritage that can be experienced through inspiring architecture, one of the world's top collections of modern art, charming restaurants, great shopping, nightlife and more. From the extraordinary architecture of the "Avenue of the Presidents" to the city's championship sports teams and many famous art collections and family attractions, Buffalo is a true "All America City." Kansas City - Kansas City sits in the heart of America, encompassing a large part of the Missouri-Kansas state line. The city is renowned for its barbeque and jazz music, with more than 60 barbeque restaurants and the highly concentrated cluster of jazz clubs along 18th & Vine. Kansas City also has more than 80 art galleries and over 40 museums and centers showcasing artwork from around the world. Golfing, shopping and recreation are also prominent in the area. New York City - New York City is still the business and entertainment capital of the world. Most of what makes New York so famous is cosmopolitan Manhattan Island. Thousands of people bustle along Manhattan Streets each day, exploring landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park, strolling down Broadway or Fifth Avenue, or enjoying the immense variety of theater, restaurants, nightlife and more. Hey, it's the city that never sleeps. Miami - More than 10 million tourists a year flood Miami-Dade County to take advantage of the white-sand beaches, the sunny weather, the upscale shopping, the sizzling nightlife, and the outstanding “New World” cuisine that has taken on a style and taste of its own. Las Vegas - Las Vegas is a combination of fast gaming action, glamour and glitz, sophistication and debauchery, all in the middle of the desert. Dance the night away, dine on world-class cuisine, catch some of the oldest, most reliable names in entertainment, or put your life savings in the hands of fate at any one of the magnificent casino-hotels. Paris - Paris draws on two thousand years of history, giving this city an unrivaled cultural legacy. Paris is magnificent, ancient architecture, inspiring artistry, fashion, glamour, ethnic diversity, charming neighborhoods, refined cuisine, theater, and much more. Altogether Paris is a modern city, consistently responding to new challenges, creating new districts, new meeting places, and new ways of life. London - London is an extravagant mix of history and modernity, science and the arts, business and leisure. From the tranquility of Hyde Park, to the haunting legacy of the Towers of London, to the priceless artifacts in the British Museum and much more, London has a countless array of things to see and do. |
| Arlington Hilton Hotel 950 N. Stafford St. in Washington. Hotel Reservations, Amenities and Map. |
The Metro trains provide fast, reasonably priced access to the historic sites of Washington and Old Town Alexandria. Just two miles from Georgetown, the Hilton Arlington & Towers is built above the Ballston Metro train stop, conveniently linked by skywalks to the National Science Foundation and Ballston Common Mall. The Hilton's services include concierge and technology help desks, high-speed Internet access, and discounted access to Ballston Common Sports & Fitness Club just two skywalks away. The 209 guest rooms overlook the city and measure 330 square feet. Cuisine offered in the complex's five restaurants ranges from casual American to gourmet wines and desserts. The Hilton Arlington & Towers is a compelling option for convenience to the capital's Metro transit system, shopping and dining. The club offers exercise cycles, treadmills, exercise classes, saunas, tanning beds, steam rooms and massage therapists. They include contemporary furniture, easy chairs with floor lamps and desks with rolling armchairs. Bathrooms feature marble vanities, Neutrogena toiletries and tiled tubs with showerhead massagers.
