Using a bicycle in Washington DC is like having a secret roadway underneath the busiest, heavily driven streets, like in the Simpsons.

As we drove into DC for the first time, we had at least ten close calls and a few raging moments. The last mile of our drive took us 30 minutes and one small fender bender with no information exchanged. Parking was impossible and the garages were pricey as expected. Luckily, we were able to park our car in our hotel for an affordable price, but it was still a hassle.

My girlfriend and I walked during the… Continue reading →