| Three words describe Washington DC in the | | | | attractions or restaurants. Bottles of water are |
| summer; hazy, hot and humid. With DC one of | | | | going to become your best friend in the heat of |
| the most popular areas to visit with children on | | | | the day. While some attractions may not allow |
| summer break, we have some helpful tips to help | | | | food or drink to be brought in, using an |
| beat the summertime heat and humidity. | | | | easy-to-carry insulated tote to keep water cool |
| Plan, Plan, Plan | | | | and tucked away is permitted in many attractions. |
| Plan your days to minimize walking and outdoor | | | | Be Flexible |
| activities and to make the most of the cool, | | | | They say in DC if you don't like the weather, wait |
| air-conditioned museums and attractions. While | | | | a few minutes, it will change. Have a backup plan |
| some outdoor walking will be necessary, try to | | | | for a rainy or mercilessly hot day. Again, the |
| limit it to mornings and evenings as much as | | | | indoor attractions and museums are a wonderful |
| possible. During July, like many Mid-Atlantic tourist | | | | respite from inclement weather. If the kids are |
| areas, the heat index can top 100 degrees in the | | | | becoming museum-weary, consider a break from |
| early afternoon, usually with a chance of | | | | the National Mall for more casual activities, |
| thunderstorms forecast for the late afternoon to | | | | Madame Tussaud's is just a metro ride away, and |
| break the humidity. | | | | offers several interactive experiences for the |
| Prepare for Battle | | | | under-18 crowd. |
| Comfortable walking shoes with support are highly | | | | If your family is planning a summer trip to |
| recommended. Dressing in light, loose layers will | | | | Washington, DC, be prepared not only for the |
| help you not only beat the heat, but have a layer | | | | weather, but to have the time of your life! |
| of protection against chilly, air-conditioning in some | | | | |