Need some info

[DaveyFoSho]

Dude he is from Canada. New Carrolton would be too much of a shock.... if he wants to stay in that area...College Park would be the best bet.....but i would really advise against it man!!

[TheMalcolmConnection]

Originally Posted by DaveyFoSho

Dude he is from Canada. New Carrolton would be too much of a shock.... if he wants to stay in that area...College Park would be the best bet.....but i would really advise against it man!!

Seriously, I think it's a Hyatt, but there was no "hood" anywhere close by. It is where I stay when I come to games. It's like in a business park, so it's nothing but office buildings and other Skins fans around. I stronlgy suggest there.

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I think this might be the place, name was changed recently apparently. It's right off 495.

[CanadianSkin]

Okay, thanks for the info. I just wanted to give everyone an update (not sure if you really care or not) but I have ordered my tickets. I will be sitting right behind the Redskins bench, section 102 row 24. Right on the 40 yeard line. I should have my tickets in hand next week.

I CAN NOT BELIEVE I AM GOING TO BE SITTING IN FEDEX IN A FEW SHORT WEEKS.....

HAIL!!!!!!!!

[CanadianSkin]

I found a supper cheap flight into DCA that gives me tons of time to spend in DC/Maryland etc. Now just looking for a hotel that is cheap as well. I think we are going to a Wizards or Capitals game one night as well. I think this metro idea is a good thing except it seems like there are a few different metro lines. I think taking cabs (everywhere) will be super pricey.

[hesscl34]

Originally Posted by CanadianSkin

I found a supper cheap flight into DCA that gives me tons of time to spend in DC/Maryland etc. Now just looking for a hotel that is cheap as well. I think we are going to a Wizards or Capitals game one night as well. I think this metro idea is a good thing except it seems like there are a few different metro lines. I think taking cabs (everywhere) will be super pricey.

Cabs are VERY pricey. Metro is great, and don't worry about the "lines". It's a lot easier then it sounds. Just get a metro map. It's very simple, really.

[CanadianSkin]

Sweet. Thanks. I am so pumped, and can not wait for my Rudy moment (as noted above). All I am going to be wearing the whole weekend is Redskins gear, and a little Canadian stuff so people know I am Canadian.

[ArtMonkDrillz]

Some of those areas close to the stadium have become pretty nice. My dad is building a bunch of condos in that area and I was thinking about buying one; but alas, I'm too poor.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

Your dad is building condos.

You're not poor.

[ArtMonkDrillz]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

Your dad is building condos.

You're not poor.

Poor was a bad choice of words. How about, I'm too lazy to find a better paying job and I can't afford a house/condo on what I make now.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

There ya go.

[hesscl34]

Fly into Dulles and stay at the closest Marriott.

[firstdown]

Are you going to rent a car or looking to use the Metro and how long are you going to stay? The reason I ask is because it would change where I would stay and several people a assuming that you will have a car. I've never used the Metro to go to a game but to get around DC its the only way to go.

[CanadianSkin]

Originally Posted by firstdown

Are you going to rent a car or looking to use the Metro and how long are you going to stay? The reason I ask is because it would change where I would stay and several people a assuming that you will have a car. I've never used the Metro to go to a game but to get around DC its the only way to go.

We will not be renting a car. Relying on the Metro and maybe cabs to get us around. We have a few things planned for the trip. Might go check out a Caps or Wizards game on Friday or Saturday. Monday or Saturday is probably when we are going to check out the monuments etc. Sunday is all about football. Heading to the Stadium 3 hours early to hopefully find a few tailgating parties and soak in the atmosphere. We would like to stay in a place around some sports pubs and malls. Also our Flight will not be leaving until probably around 6 on Monday so we have to be able to carry our luggage for a few hours on Monday.

All of you have given great info (a tad confusing cause so many suggestions) I want to thank everyone for helping. I am thinking of staying in Maryland or in DC as it seems to be the best price and nearest to FedEx.

[love them hogs]

I hardley ever post anything but when i see people putting down good old P.G. county i have to step in.There is nothing wrong with staying in Greenbelt and I should know because that is where i grew up.Its not "the hood" or even anything close.So basically im saying dont be scared, you have nothing too worry about.


Also, while you are in D.C you should check out the air and space museum.It is located in the mall near the capital building and is free admission.I dont know if you are interested in aviation but there is all kinds of historical aircraft just hanging from the cielings (like the spirit of st.luis).Also there are some flight simulators that you can get in and spin yourself around and do flips which is pretty fun.You can also experience the joy of spending 8 or 9 dollars on a mcdonalds "value" meal .....yeah.


good luck and hail to the redskins

[Cheerful1]

Originally Posted by love them hogs

I hardley ever post anything but when i see people putting down good old P.G. county i have to step in.There is nothing wrong with staying in Greenbelt and I should know because that is where i grew up.Its not "the hood" or even anything close.

I don't think anybody was putting the entire area of PG County down. Most of the post's (listed in this thread) were from people offering advice, with CANADIANS safety in mind. It wasn't a personal attack against any specific county, as a whole.
I reside in PG County therefore, I can't grasp why you would think Central Avenue, Marlboro Pike, Donnell Drive, Walters Lane and Pennsylvania Avenue are safe. Perhaps you should come back and visit!