The Blue Man Group is one of the more mysterious of the live performance formats so popular for educational student tours. And if you’re thrown by the word educational in that term, I’ll clear that up a little later.

I’d researched Blue Man Group in order to describe it on travel websites, and I will say the words I found turned out to be very true, words like high-energy, a party, and innovative. I also read something about their purpose toward inspiring their audience to be more creative and innovative as well. And that turned out to be my favorite part.

Now that I’ve experienced Blue Man Group for myself, I feel I can talk about it with a little more authority. It’s a surprising show – you really never know what’s coming next, or how far it will go. The audience is part of the show several times throughout it. If you have any trouble letting go, this isn’t the show for you.

Here are some things to expect in this amazing show.

Music

Blue Man Group is famous for the percussion they beat out on PVC pipes. It’s truly awe-inspiring. You’ll also hear all kinds of familiar rock music and popular tunes throughout the various parts of the show. Expect dance lessons, humor, and the inability to remain quiet and unmoving in your seat.

Comedy

You’ll absolutely laugh as you watch the incredibly creative skits played out on stage by cast-members who never speak. When you mix wet paint, various food items, the tools from which to shoot them, and any number of creative inventions, you’re bound to get some surprising and hilarious results.

Inspiration

Blue Man Group uses all these tools – comedy, innovation, music, and storytelling – to inspire its audience to always do the same. Many times in the show the audience realizes through electronic images, or simple skits and storyboards, that we can be participants in the world of creativity. We see how life happens to us, and how reading or hearing other people’s stories can take away from creating our own. We marvel at the amazing things that can be achieved through talent, hard work, and innovation, and we are inspired to pursue them in our own life.

Because of this, Blue Man Group is perfect for educational tours. Student groups will find themselves a part of the show. The energy, noise, and visual thrills in this performance will intrigue every member of a student group, keep their attention, and help the message of innovation get across. I guarantee it will be one of the most exciting parts of any student tour.

Photo by Roger Smith on Flickr.

I was fascinated recently by this article declaring New Orleans the perfect spot for a one-stop, not-so-expensive, nor so international, version of the inspiring journey of self-discovery described in EAT, PRAY, LOVE. I adore this idea.

I love the challenge to celebrate all three of these concepts in any city and in our own lives. We can’t all take a year-long sabbatical to explore them in the international locations featured in the book and described as the pinnacle of each (eating in Italy, praying in India, loving in beautiful Bali). But we can look for them all around us all the time. And certainly, our travels should be fairly well-rounded with representation from all three, don’t you think? And is it just me, or would this be a fabulous theme for graduation trips?

I only had to think for a moment to realize how these concepts played into my recent tour of New York City. Of course, the praying was a big one for me. I’d been dreaming of a visit to New York City for many years. The experience was almost wholly spiritual for me as I prayed it wouldn’t disappoint me, that I wouldn’t feel like a stranger there or somehow unqualified to be a part. And then once I was there, I spent every moment so grateful, so filled with love for this amazing city, that I felt much more on a spiritual plane than not. Still, I can point to certain experiences that really embodied the concepts,  eat, pray, and love.

Playwright Irish Pub III

We only ate delicious food on this trip, but I can hardly call myself a food critic. If you make it and serve it to me, I’ll probably be pretty thrilled already for the simple fact that I didn’t have to cook it myself. We ate pasta, burgers, cheesecake, and salad – all to die for. But my favorite restaurant experience by far, the one that truly was an experience and not just food on a plate, happened at the Playwright Irish Pub not far from Times Square.

I ordered a salad for my meal there, so I balked a bit when they brought me a salad as my first course as well. Determined to please, they swept the offending (hardly) salad away when I mentioned the dilemma and replaced it with a soup called simply vegetable but which I enjoyed so thoroughly that I whipped out my camera and took a picture before I finished. See the homey stoneware bowl and the delicate doily? If only you could taste it, though. that vegetable soup was the smoothest, richest, most deliciously Irish vegetable soup I’ve every sipped from a spoon. I soaked my bread in it, I drank it in, I oohed and ahed, and generally lapped up every last drop with a delight surely even Julia Roberts couldn’t top in the recent film adaption of the memoir on topic.

After the soup and two more delicious courses, we stepped out on the patio for drinks and found ourselves in the most relaxing, the most delightful moment of our trip thus far.

This was my Eat. And I so did.

St. Paul’s Chapel by the World Trade Center

I’ve already mentioned the overwhelmingly spiritual attitude I maintained throughout my experience, but there were a couple spaces that were far more pray than not. And one was at St. Paul’s Chapel just past the World Trade Center Site. This part of Manhattan still maintains a certain reverential hush, remembering the tragedy of 9/11. Even the construction site seems quieter, more respectful than most. And just past that, you’ll find St. Paul’s, an antique church, standing unobtrusively among the skyscrapers and glass-sided buildings of the financial district all around. This church miraculously still stands despite the spray of rubble, smoke, and debris on 9/11.

Inside, memorials stand to that day, stories of love and loss and of heroism. I stood beside this bench a long time, imagining the hundreds of rescue workers lying there throughout the day, their tool belts still gripped to their waist, tearing and scratching at the paint on St. Paul’s pews, as the workers struggled to rest between shifts. What a story they tell.

As if the memorials, the chapel, and the pretty cemetery outside are not enough to evoke prayer, the chapel actually held a small service while we there. Many gathered for it, a daily Prayer for Peace, that began during the aftermath of 9/11. If you’re looking for a peaceful outlet to your emotions surrounding the World Trade Center Site, or if you’re looking for a time of prayer for any reason during your day, The Little Chapel that Stood is just the place to find it.

Top of the Rock for Romance

Every street in New York City offered romance for me in one way or another. I felt I was experiencing the opening scenes to every NYC romantic comedy I had ever loved. I enjoyed being there alone but constantly imagined being there with my spouse. And still, it seemed like a great city to be single, that it hade limitless possibility for those chance kinetic meetings of which single people dream.

But for me the greatest feeling of romance came on Top of the Rock. First of all, let’s face it, I was having a love affair with the City, and Top of the Rock offered the best experience with it. I could touch it; after all, I was standing on one of its most iconic attractions. But I also viewed it from a distance, the better to take in all its glory and just admire every street and parkway. Top of the Rock is also so well-designed. Its observatory is highly inviting, spacious, and modern. It offers two levels, the higher one completely open-air. And it’s just screaming for couples. This would be my choice for love, the place I’d want to stand beneath the arm of someone I loved as we talked and talked while gazing over the City. I’m sure there are more intimate places for a date, places to combine the eating and the love. But of the New York City places I experienced, Top of the Rock was the one where I felt this third concept the most.

What about you and your city? Or perhaps, if you have more NYC experience than me – which wouldn’t be difficult – you have different ideas for the eat/pray/love experience there. And after this post, don’t you agree that this would make a wonderful theme for your last great trip with friends?

Planning any upcoming travel to Washington D.C. or maybe Boston student tours? I’ve got a great entertainment idea for you. It’s called Shear Madness, and it’s perfect for groups.

This live stage show is a classic – well, maybe not-so-classic – whodunnit with a twist. Audience participation is a must as your questions and guidance actually determine how the criminal is made to confess and subsequently apprehended. Your job is to figure out who the mastermind is.

Shear Madness begins in a salon as your group and the rest of the audience is introduced to the hilarious, colorful, and sometimes outrageous cast of characters. You’ll be eased into the story like the transition from the opening credits of a sitcom to the lines that eventually bring you the meat of the episode. New characters are introduced as the salon receives customers and the two employees talk.

Somewhere in the middle, there’s a scream and running and police sirens – or something like that. The victim has been found right upstairs from the salon, and the suspects are limited to those in the vicinity. That means you’ve seen it all; you just have to put together the pieces.

The audience is brought into the action shortly after the victim is found and the police begin their questioning. After all, you’re all witnesses. If you’ve brought a large group, don’t be surprised if the investigator calls you by name from the stage! And hopefully you were watching closely, because there were all kinds of clues, and it’s up to you to point them out to the investigator. You can even question the suspects!

Because of the audience participation, Shear Madness is a different experience every time you go. You’ll find yourself tapping your foot to the music and laughing at the humor from the first few seconds of the show. You’ll probably even catch different jokes each time around. Shear Madness offers much more fun on stage than just the lines delivered. The show is currently playing in Washington D.C. and Boston in the states plus overseas in Seoul, Korea; Athens, Greece; and Poland. More shows are opening around the world as well.

If you’re planning group travel tours to any of these destinations, consider Shear Madness for just that – it’s sheer fun, sheer excitement, intrigue and – yep – a whole lot of madness.

I’ve written about Times Square quite a bit since working for a student travel company. New York City remains (and always will be, in my opinion) a favorite choice for students. And Times Square is a must for the New York City experience. Actually, that’s how I’ve always said it before, “a must,” as if whether you want to or not, whether you’ll like it or not, you just have to see crazy, brilliant, crowded, unique Times Square at least once.

The truth is, though, you probably will. Times Square is not just an intersection to make a point to visit. It’s the convergence of so many streets and the location for so many favorite NYC attractions that you’ll almost definitely end up basking in its modern glory at some point in your visit.

One of the many ways I’ve written about Times Square is to list its stores and museums as well as its prominence in the theater district. We found ourselves in Times Square several times on our recent visit. We ate there, toured its museums, returned to it for the evening’s broadway show, and even waved to our families on Times Square web cams.

As promised, I was overwhelmed by the mass of billboards, colors, information, and sights towering over us in each direction. I was fascinated by how many people crowded the sidewalks at any given time of the day. And I was amazed by the variety of shopping, food, and entertainment just in this little corner of the world.

But my favorite part, by far, was something I hadn’t known about before. I felt vindicated for every time I complained to myself about trying to write about a place I’d never been. If I hadn’t been there myself, I don’t know when I would have realized the recent (as in, over the last year or so) change in this famous intersection.

Once as crowded with vehicles as with people, Times Square now has a section blocked off for its pedestrian plaza. I loved it. The plaza began on a trial basis. Nearby business owners weren’t sure how how the change would affect their restaurants and shops. The city wondered how it would affect the overall flow of traffic. Since the plaza is permanent now, I guess all concerned decided it was a good idea.

And I have to agree. What a perfect meeting place for groups! Students on New York City graduation trips can spread out to shop and enjoy the sights for a couple of hours and meet again at the metal chairs and tables or in front of the ticket center or by the bleachers. I could imagine grabbing coffee and a snack and just sitting in the plaza for the ultimate people-watching adventure. I like to gain perspective by the ocean or under sturdy trees, but in the midst of a world that’s busy and eclectic and one exciting sight after another can be a great place for perspective as well.

The Times Square plaza has made this iconic intersection even more amazing than before. It’s symbolic of several efforts by this amazing city to open its arms to visitors and provide a safe and friendly place for them to be.

Where do I begin in order to explain to you that if I say a snorkel cruise is a great idea for group travel, you’ll believe me?

I think I’ll start with Shark Week. Oh how I love Shark Week on the Discovery Channel. My brother and I used to live for the dramatic commercials signaling that wonderful event. The scarier the sharks, the better. I love the mystery of this animal, the shiver of fear they elicit, their power. I love to think of the vast ocean and all the frightening, gigantic, exotic things that dwell there. If I want to scare myself, I imagine being dropped from a plane into the deepest, darkest part of any ocean. It scares the bejeebies out of me. And I love it. Because it’s very, very far from reality as I live in the northeast hills of Missouri, not an ocean in sight.

The second background thing I have to tell you, though, is that I was once diagnosed with cancer. And when that happened I failed to experience the seize-the-day mentality of that Tim McGraw song to live like you’re dying in which you can’t wait to jump out of planes, ride bulls, and otherwise try things many normal people are afraid to try. I felt like stopping instead and just taking stock of how great life had been to that point. I wanted to just soak in my family and my friends and take every moment to say a proper goodbye.

When I made it through the scare, however, and realized I was going to live as indefinitely as all the people who haven’t been diagnosed with cancer, my attitude shifted. I feel like I got this great opportunity to say thank you and to pause and just be grateful for the goodness of life. So now, I feel that if I were to face an early death again, I would totally ride the bull.

Thus, when we planned a recent beach-side vacation, I agreed to the snorkel cruise, somewhat aware that I might feel a bit squeamish of sharks, but not so terrified that I didn’t believe them when they said it would be amazing.

But then I got on the boat and it proceeded to drive us out into the Atlantic Ocean, into the ocean, and suddenly every Jaws scene in ALL FOUR of the movies came crashing into my head. All I could think or feel was sharks, sharks, sharks. I began to consider how ridiculous it is that we dare to enter the ocean with nothing but a snorkel mask and some flippers. THIS IS THE SHARK’S TURF, I thought. How do we know where they will be when? Why do we believe we have them figured out enough that they probably won’t be near by and that they don’t usually come near the reefs. WHATEVER. That is what I thought.

As the boat continued its course and I struggled to breathe from the fear of this excursion, “Just think of it as a big lake,” they told me. To which I responded, “Do you see me diving into a Missouri lake with a snorkel mask? NO. Because I don’t want to see what’s in there with me.”

But you know what? I did it. I knew I would all along even though I was terrified. I jumped in the water, which took my breath away a little bit, and I stuck my face in it, kind of defiantly, determined to know once and for all if this was worth my fear. And it so was.

In the end, I felt perfectly safe, ridiculously so. I became so confident over the reefs, which were far more like swimming at the top of a giant aquarium than in the ocean, that I even wanted to see a shark. Not a frightening one, of course, but just one of the little nurse sharks they had mentioned that swim along the bottom like Missouri catfish.

The water was beautifully clear. I could see colors and all kinds of unique fish and coral. Plus, I could see the scuba divers below me and fellow snorkelers all around. And I didn’t feel any fear at all.

A snorkel cruise is always a great idea for groups. Ours was in the Florida Keys, a perfect day trip from all kinds of beautiful spring break destinations in Florida. It was an amazing experience for us all and something I’d do again in a heartbeat. If you’ve wondered if a snorkel cruise should make your itinerary, wonder no more. There’s something in this experience for everyone, and it’s absolutely a must.

Photo by Dtraveller on Flickr.

I have a great idea for your next trip with friends; it’s the perfect ending to an international tour or just a trip across the country. And I can tell you from experience, it’s a wonderful choice for group travel tours of any kind.

We recently visited Washington D.C. with a group from work. The goal was sightseeing basically, and our itinerary was packed from morning to supper with as many museums, landmarks, and memorials as we could muster the time for (though not necessarily the energy). We wanted to have firsthand knowledge of some of the places most popular for our student groups, and that’s definitely what we got. I especially enjoyed every detail of our first impressions, our favorite places, and those that maybe didn’t live up to our expectations, because I write about these experiences on several blogs and websites. I couldn’t wait to capture these details for my writing.

Still, the packed itinerary sometimes exhausted us. And though I never felt so tired that I couldn’t enjoy our destination (I was pretty much happy about that from start to finish), the exhaustion did keep me from savoring long moments in any one place. It kept me from taking in as much as I would have liked at each exhibit and landmark. The wealth of information in each Washington D.C. museum became overwhelming. I would walk into the building and not know where to go first, whether to read or watch the video presentations. It was exhausting just to take stock of the numerous exhibits and try to figure out which ones to experience before we had to leave for the next attraction.

By the end of our time in D.C., we loved the city, but we were tired. Enter the Odyssey Dinner Cruise with Spirit Cruises of Washington D.C.

This experience, for which I can’t seem to upload a photograph right now, was just what any of us would have ordered if we’d had the sense to do so. The days in Washington D.C. had been long and hot with miles of walking. The dinner cruise was restful, air-conditioned, and absolutely beautiful out on the deck as the water cooled the air. As we walked on the deck and dined, our view included the beautiful city with its amazing monuments and memorials. We had seen them up close and fallen in love with them, and now we could take them in at a glance, relishing our last few minutes in this new and now-familiar city.

Sometimes our time together had been strained as we rushed from one attraction to the next, but now we sat for hours, enjoying the food and the service, celebrating with the live musicians, dancing, applauding various anniversaries, birthdays, and graduations. It was as if the entire trip came together on one delightful cruise.

I’ve written about water cruises a hundred times (maybe fewer). And I’ve always said things like, “It’s a refreshing break from the heat”, “A great way to take in all of the skyline at once”, and “A fun and exciting way to take in the city’s most popular sights.” And now I know for certain, I was right about all of it. A dinner cruise is the perfect choice for large groups or small. It’s the perfect ending to a wonderful tour, and something everyone should consider when they finally visit the city they have longed to see.

With summer officially in full swing here (we’re one day in and loving it), I’ve got libraries on the mind. Each summer I clear a space on the shelves for our library acquisitions every week. It can be quite a boatload now that libraries offer several kinds of media with big limits for each form. And of course, besides the books there are programs and costume fairs, arts and crafts, story time, and more. It all got me thinking about the cities student groups like to frequent and how amazing their public libraries must be.

Amazing Sights, Amazing Goods

Public libraries in larger cities aren’t just a rotating book list but often one of the most significant pieces of architecture in a city. The historical documents inside are astounding pieces of our story displayed in political papers, handwritten letters, sheet music, and early draft manuscripts from famous works.

Besides their permanent collections, most large-city public libraries offer temporary exhibits as well. This is where you might find your favorite author featured with sample handwriting, early manuscripts, and treasured letters.

An Early Edition

When it comes to public libraries, a couple immediately came to mind. One is the New York Public Library with its great outdoor stairs where locals can be found lunching and resting throughout the day. Another is the Boston public library, because it was the first free municipal library in the United States.

A great addition to Boston educational student tours, this public library set the stage for all of those to follow. First, it brought together historical documents, rare treasure, a wealth of resources for research, and popular reading. But secondly, the Boston Public Library set the standard for civic architecture, using world-class architects and the classical design features of the time. The building is now a showcase of murals, domed halls, paintings, sculpture, and architectural beauty. Tours are available just for this purpose, making the Boston Public Library something visited both for itself and for the treasure it holds.

And Then There Were More

Boston was also the first public library to open various branches and begin that beautiful tradition of bringing a wealth of information and various programs and exhibits closer to every resident in the city – not just those close to the main branch. Boston’s various branches each have their own unique collections and programs. The Faneuil branch, for instance, has great programs for children and an inspiring art-deco design. Connelly holds a vibrant handicap-accessible branch, and Charlestown offers a busy schedule of activities for children, adults, and many age groups between. With twenty-six branches, you know the Boston Public Library has something for every Boston resident as well as those who visit.

Consider visiting a nearby public library of your own this summer, maybe even venturing to a large one within driving distance. It’s an inspiring part of our culture and definitely something to consider for exciting student tours.

Photo by wallyg on Flickr.

It’s the most iconic intersection in New York City, approximately ten blocks total, and a famous stop for double decker tour buses, walking tours, and just about any first-time getaway to the City that Never Sleeps. We include it on almost all our New York City educational student tours, and hopefully it’s on your list as well. You can probably imagine the feel of the area, and you’ve seen images of Times Square at least a hundred times. But what will you actually experience there?

The short answer is a lot. You’ll see familiar stores and restaurants kind of unique-fied in a way only Times Square can accomplish. And you’ll see new things as well. You’ll find classic brands to shop and cheap, completely unoriginal I Heart NY souvenirs in hundreds of popular forms. Here’s a more detailed look at some of the fun.

Hershey Store

You know you can find chocolate just about anywhere in the world, and Times Square does it big. The Hershey Store offers all your favorites. You’ll find white chocolate, dark chocolate, and the classic milk chocolate that first made Hershey’s famous. You can design your own giant Hershey’s Kiss and make your own delicious candy combination with the Original Automatic and Gravitational Chocolate Machine. It’s a chocolate and candy lover’s heaven.

M&Ms World

This store offers so much more than candy. The favorite characters (as seen in commercials on televisions across America) stand tall and proud dressed as Lady Liberty, Elvis, and – of course – themselves. There’s a kid center, souvenirs galore, and M&Ms colors and items you won’t find anywhere but here.

Ripley’s Believe it or Not

You’re probably familiar with this museum where Indiana Jones meets the truly bizarre. Gathered from around the world, these items are unique, gross, delightful, amazing, and absurd. Not unlike a lot of what you’ll see on Times Square.

Madame Tussaud’s

Madame Tussaud’s is really the only place I can promise you’ll rub shoulders with celebrities. These wax figures are famous not just for the people they impersonate but how life-like they appear as they do it. Some exhibits are interactive as well. And unlike most museums, you’re encouraged to take pictures here.

Toys R Us

What’s the best part of Times Square’s Toys R Us? The giant ferris wheel, the life-size Barbie exhibit, the Candy Land area for visitors with a sweet tooth, or something else entirely? You think I’m going to tell you? No way. You’ll just have to see it for yourself.

Broadway

Perhaps the best known part of Times Square is the theaters and the larger-than-life billboards that represent them. There’s nothing quite like a Broadway experience in Manhattan. Absolutely nothing like it.

Television

Several television shows film on or near Times Square, and you just might end up in the live audience. You have to do a little planning, but stand-by tickets/opportunities are available for most of them. Check the Times Square website or that of the show you want to be a part of (Good Morning America, David Letterman, and MTV’s Total Request Live, for instance) to find out all the details.

And you know what they call a blog post like this, right? TIP of the iceberg. There’s no place on earth like Times Square. And that is really the only thing you need to know. Prepare to be surprised, to be amazed and possibly to be overwhelmed. I’ll be there myself in a few weeks and I’ll definitely rehash my own first and final impressions. Until then, I hope somebody will share theirs in the comments section! I’m anxious for more opinions about this unique New York City neighborhood.

Photo by wallyg on Flickr.

Have I mentioned I’m going to New York City for the first time in June? I’m looking forward to the movie tour in Central Park and to Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, the Statue of Liberty, the Met, and so much more. I’m also thrilled beyond measure that we’ll be seeing a performance every night that we are there. Which has led to a mad search online for the last several days and to the title of this post. WHAT should I wear?

In one sense, it doesn’t matter what I should wear. Our days are going to be packed from morning to evening with as many exciting attractions as we can handle (and then some). We’ll probably be stumbling into each night’s show with an extremely worn version of whatever we put on in the morning which will inevitably have been chosen for its comfort factor.

Still, I’ve searched for the answer anyway, hoping I wouldn’t learn that you get turned away from the shows if you’re underdressed on the casual/dressy meter. The answer was completely satisfying, and I’ve come up with a few tips for making it possible.

The short version is: You Can Wear Whatever You Want. People at a Broadway performance are likely to be found in anything from jeans and a t-shirt to the rare but occasional tuxedo. The generally accepted dress code is somewhere in between. Sort of dress-casual with men in slacks and sport coats, women in a dressed up version of work suits or skirts, summer dresses, etc.

The travel company I write for designs a lot of New York City educational student tours, and though the itineraries usually include a show, rarely do they include a block of primping time pre-performance. If you’re headed to a show after the sightseeing, consider these tips.

1. Consider your evening plans when you dress. Lots of casual clothes will look fine in a Broadway theater while some won’t. For instance – yes to khaki capri pants and a twin set, maybe no to the sweat pants. Yes to dark, classy jeans. No to faded jeans shredded by holes. Flats are good, flip-flops not so much. And don’t choose anything that at the end of the day will look like it’s been crumpled in the bottom of a suitcase.

2. Carry a dressier pair of shoes and accessories in your bag while you walk. Instant day-to-evening wear.

3. Don’t forget blush and lip gloss to freshen up after dinner. Or if you’re not the lip gloss type (guys for instance?), a small packet of facial wipes could go a long away toward cleansing the touring grime away and will give you just the right pick-me-up for the evening.

4. My coworker has perhaps the best and most thorough solution. Pack a summer dress in your purse or bag, one with a nice wrinkle-free blend, that you can actually change into for the show. Or, a similar fabric in a light jacket could almost accomplish the same thing with less changing hassle.

Follow these tips if you can, but remember the short answer most of all. If you’re fully clothed, you’re perfectly fine. After all, it’s not about what you wear in the seats, the Broadway experience is on stage. And you’re sure to enjoy that no matter what you’re wearing.

Photo by Dom Dada on Flickr.

Since I’m finally going to the nation’s Capital to discover for myself the beautiful monuments and memorials, the surge of patriotic emotion, and the glory of the National Mall, I’ve learned about other attractions as well. Attractions like this one at right. (Photo by robsv  on Flickr.)

It’s called the Old Post Office, and I kept hearing that eating there was a must on our itinerary and that it was extremely cool. The name – which could be applied to any number of one-story, brick buildings in large and small towns across America – doesn’t exactly do justice to this building, though. And at the same time, now that I know what it is, the name has entirely new and prestigious meaning to me.

Just from the picture, you can see the Old Post Office has a rich history. It’s an official government building, tucked in between the Capitol and the White House, and making the list as one of Washington D.C.’s top attractions. Free tours are offered of its Clock Tower, just one of the magnificent pieces of architecture that make up this fun Washington D.C. site.

So, thus far, you’re thinking tours, narration, and history, right? So why do my fellow group members (some of whom have already been) keep referring to the food?

Because inside the Old Post Office you’ll find an international food court flanked by delicious cuisine from around the world. That’s why. You’ll find Greek fare, sushi, plus menus from India, America, and more. And besides the food, there’s shopping. Local retailers offers gifts, souvenirs, and merchandise of all kinds.

The Old Post Office is a beautiful building. It was cutting edge when it was built and is now a blend of history and modern spirit. It’s a prominent part of almost all the itineraries we create for Washington D.C. educational student tours. It’s a great place to surround yourself in American history while enjoying exciting refreshment with your group.