No treacherous swim to the border is necessary to escape your dreary day-to-day when you spice things up in the uniquely pet-friendly layouts and luxe linens the Mediterranean revival structure has to offer.
Bill Ford insists his commitment to the environment hasn't wavered, and he offers as evidence his pet project, an eco-friendly manufacturing plant opening next year in Dearborn.
Guided tours with National Park Rangers, pet-friendly walks, food tents, live stage performances and even a ranger-led bike tour and night walk around the Tidal Basin will be part of the free activities at the National Mall.