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CanadianSkin · 09-21-2006, 11:26 PM

Hello all Redskin fans. I am coming to you, asking for your assistance with planning my trip to see the Skins. I am coming into town for the Redskins/Falcons game and wanted to know what airport would be the closest/best to fly into, as well some reasonable hotels to stay in that are near FedEx. I am hoping to do some sight seeing (White House, Washington Monument etc) as well, but the main purpose of the trip is to finally be able to Hail The Redskins live and in person. Any advice you can give me would be great. I am coming there with my brother (Falcons fan) and his good buddy (Another Skins fan).

I hope people in Fed Ex are not too mean to my bro, as we will be wearing all our NFL gear along with something to show our Canadian roots. But I hope he get harrassed a little in all good fun.

I can not wait for this trip, it will be one to remember for the rest of my life.

Thanks for your help.

HAIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Torresa · 09-21-2006, 11:49 PM

Someone in DC may be able to help better but I can tell you from my point of view on my trip to DC last year. I stayed at Hilton Garden Inn which was right downtown walking distance to the Mall and White house. Also right across the street was the Metro. The Metro also goes to Reagan National airport which is pretty handy.... and you can take the Metro to the game as well. Like I said others may be able to help out more but that was my experience. Near the Metro so I could travel and right downtown to walk and sitesee

Lady Brave · 09-22-2006, 12:26 AM

My brother and I got to see our first game last year against the 49'ers. We stayed at the Comfort Inn which is less than a mile and a half from the Stadium. It was more affordable than staying in DC.

The thing I remember most is walking into the stadium and having one of those "Rudy" moments.

"This is the greatest sight these eyes have ever seen."

Best football movie ever!

RobH4413 · 09-22-2006, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Lady Brave

My brother and I got to see our first game last year against the 49'ers. We stayed at the Comfort Inn which is less than a mile and a half from the Stadium. It was more affordable than staying in DC.

The thing I remember most is walking into the stadium and having one of those "Rudy" moments.

"This is the greatest sight these eyes have ever seen."

Best football movie ever!

That was such a great game to attend. The whole place was going nuts.

BDBohnzie · 09-22-2006, 12:52 PM

Reagan National is the most convenient, but BWI is probably the cheapest option flight wise. BWI is only about 20-30 minutes from Washington DC during non-rush hour times.

Much cheaper to stay outside the city, and there are several hotels up and down the Beltway close to the stadium, as well as the subway (Metro). Check New Carrollton, Greenbelt, Beltsville, College Park for hotels. If not, you can always stay downtown, and FedEx is a quick Metro ride or drive away.

When sightseeing downtown, use the Metro. So much easier than trying to drive and park. Plus it will dump you right in the middle of everything you want to see. I think you can still get all day passes for $5.

There are more than several members who have season tickets, and tailgate before and after each game. Try to hook up with them and have some fun.

DaveyFoSho · 09-22-2006, 01:01 PM

Well the stadium is not in the best of areas...and if i were you i would not stay in PgCo.......sooo your best bet i say would be the Marriott On RT 355 in bethesda! from there you just hop on the highway and you are at the stadium in 20 minutes...-traffic of course!!!...haha my aim info is on my profile just send me an instant message if u need to know details and such!!

Monkeydad · 09-22-2006, 01:09 PM

I always stay in Alexandria, VA when I visit D.C. and take the train...but I never went to a Skins game so I'm not sure how far FedEx is from there.

DaveyFoSho · 09-22-2006, 01:33 PM

Well FedEX isnt in DC...its in Landover, MD. About 30-45 min from alexandria without traffic.....Great place to say tho!! i really like VA...

Monkeydad · 09-26-2006, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by DaveyFoSho

Well FedEX isnt in DC...its in Landover, MD. About 30-45 min from alexandria without traffic.....Great place to say tho!! i really like VA...

Yeah, the Comfort Inn on Duke Street has an IHOP inside of it and you get coupons for it. The neighboring Days Inn give you coupons too.

I love pancakes.

DaveyFoSho · 09-22-2006, 01:36 PM

Basically on gamedays there is a ton of traffic on the highway 495-95 headed into FedEx Field. Huge stadium=alot of traffic!!! You might consider staying somewhere in Bowie, MD or Annapolis, MD. DC, MoCo and places like that have the most traffic headed into the stadium....but bowie and annapolis are on the other side and have a little less commute time.....

Riggo44 · 09-22-2006, 02:25 PM

Like someone said Greenbelt is good because Hotels are cheaper.And your only a $25 taxi ride from the stadium.Not to mention there is a Metro station right there to take you into D.C.
Your first trip to a Redskins home game is always something very special. Have a great time.
And don't worry about the Redskins fans there a classy bunch and shouldn't abuse your Bro to bad.

TheMalcolmConnection · 09-22-2006, 02:30 PM

Search for "New Carrollton". I forget what the hotel name is but that's the location. It's like you get right on the onramp and FedEx is just a stop or two away.

CanadianSkin · 09-22-2006, 05:25 PM

You guys rock!!!! Thanks for the advice. I can not wait until that game. I drove from Calgary (hope you know where that is) to Seattle to watch the Skins play the Seahawks a few years back with the same guys and we had a blast. Skins won of course! I can not wait to walk into FedEx and hear 90,000+ cheering. I am sure I will have a Rudy moment for sure....

Glad to hear my bro won't get harrassed too bad... He will need a little bit though.

Actually great suggestion about hooking up with some Warpath boys who are tailgating before the game. I know in Seattle, we could not find anyone to tailgate with which sucked.... I will make sure to post stuff once we get closer to the game.

And yes I am from Canada and would rather not be in the "hood" when I am there.... lol.

Keep the suggestions coming. I want to make this trip a huge success for both us and of course the Redskins! I am 1-0 after all...

DaveyFoSho · 09-22-2006, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by CanadianSkin

And yes I am from Canada and would rather not be in the "hood" when I am there.... lol.

LoL yea dude...bethesda is one of the nicer areas in MD.....but yes the hotel is actually pretty nice for a marriott....its right off rt 355......most areas in PG co are not favorable ....i mean im sure nothing will happen but yea...haha just send me an IM if u need info......ill be more than happy to help.....I love the skins fans from different areas :-) makes me happy....

backrow · 09-26-2006, 05:05 PM

There is a Hampton Inn close by as well. Located in an office park where you can practically spit at FEDEX Field out the back door.

My wife and I stayed there in April of 2005.

On business, I've stayed at a Hampton Inn, 599 Massachusetts Ave NW, Was. DC 20001
Phone 202 842-2500 Only 7-8 blocks from the Mall, and only a couple of blocks from the Metro.

09-21-2006, 11:26 PM	#1
CanadianSkin Special Teams Join Date: May 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Age: 48 Posts: 226	Need some info Hello all Redskin fans. I am coming to you, asking for your assistance with planning my trip to see the Skins. I am coming into town for the Redskins/Falcons game and wanted to know what airport would be the closest/best to fly into, as well some reasonable hotels to stay in that are near FedEx. I am hoping to do some sight seeing (White House, Washington Monument etc) as well, but the main purpose of the trip is to finally be able to Hail The Redskins live and in person. Any advice you can give me would be great. I am coming there with my brother (Falcons fan) and his good buddy (Another Skins fan). I hope people in Fed Ex are not too mean to my bro, as we will be wearing all our NFL gear along with something to show our Canadian roots. But I hope he get harrassed a little in all good fun. I can not wait for this trip, it will be one to remember for the rest of my life. Thanks for your help. HAIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ HTTR from North of the 49th!!!!! Two things I love.... Canada and the Redskins!!!!

09-21-2006, 11:49 PM	#2
Torresa Camp Scrub Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 23	Re: Need some info Someone in DC may be able to help better but I can tell you from my point of view on my trip to DC last year. I stayed at Hilton Garden Inn which was right downtown walking distance to the Mall and White house. Also right across the street was the Metro. The Metro also goes to Reagan National airport which is pretty handy.... and you can take the Metro to the game as well. Like I said others may be able to help out more but that was my experience. Near the Metro so I could travel and right downtown to walk and sitesee

09-22-2006, 12:26 AM	#3
Lady Brave The Starter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Trinity, NC Age: 53 Posts: 1,444	Re: Need some info My brother and I got to see our first game last year against the 49'ers. We stayed at the Comfort Inn which is less than a mile and a half from the Stadium. It was more affordable than staying in DC. The thing I remember most is walking into the stadium and having one of those "Rudy" moments. "This is the greatest sight these eyes have ever seen." Best football movie ever!

09-22-2006, 12:52 PM	#5
BDBohnzie Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Frederick, MD Age: 45 Posts: 4,628	Re: Need some info Reagan National is the most convenient, but BWI is probably the cheapest option flight wise. BWI is only about 20-30 minutes from Washington DC during non-rush hour times. Much cheaper to stay outside the city, and there are several hotels up and down the Beltway close to the stadium, as well as the subway (Metro). Check New Carrollton, Greenbelt, Beltsville, College Park for hotels. If not, you can always stay downtown, and FedEx is a quick Metro ride or drive away. When sightseeing downtown, use the Metro. So much easier than trying to drive and park. Plus it will dump you right in the middle of everything you want to see. I think you can still get all day passes for $5. There are more than several members who have season tickets, and tailgate before and after each game. Try to hook up with them and have some fun. __________________ Bad Things man, I mean bad things... “WE TOOK HIM IN THE SIXTH ROUND SO WE'RE NOT SMART EITHER.” - Shanny on what the Skins saw in Alfred Morris

09-22-2006, 01:01 PM	#6
DaveyFoSho Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Potomac, MD Age: 38 Posts: 304	Re: Need some info Well the stadium is not in the best of areas...and if i were you i would not stay in PgCo.......sooo your best bet i say would be the Marriott On RT 355 in bethesda! from there you just hop on the highway and you are at the stadium in 20 minutes...-traffic of course!!!...haha my aim info is on my profile just send me an instant message if u need to know details and such!! __________________ DaveyFoSho

09-22-2006, 01:09 PM	#7
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 45 Posts: 17,460	Re: Need some info I always stay in Alexandria, VA when I visit D.C. and take the train...but I never went to a Skins game so I'm not sure how far FedEx is from there.

09-22-2006, 01:33 PM	#8
DaveyFoSho Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Potomac, MD Age: 38 Posts: 304	Re: Need some info Well FedEX isnt in DC...its in Landover, MD. About 30-45 min from alexandria without traffic.....Great place to say tho!! i really like VA... __________________ DaveyFoSho

09-22-2006, 01:36 PM	#10
DaveyFoSho Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Potomac, MD Age: 38 Posts: 304	Re: Need some info Basically on gamedays there is a ton of traffic on the highway 495-95 headed into FedEx Field. Huge stadium=alot of traffic!!! You might consider staying somewhere in Bowie, MD or Annapolis, MD. DC, MoCo and places like that have the most traffic headed into the stadium....but bowie and annapolis are on the other side and have a little less commute time..... __________________ DaveyFoSho

09-22-2006, 02:25 PM	#11
Riggo44 The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: San Clemente CA Age: 51 Posts: 2,390	Re: Need some info Like someone said Greenbelt is good because Hotels are cheaper.And your only a $25 taxi ride from the stadium.Not to mention there is a Metro station right there to take you into D.C. Your first trip to a Redskins home game is always something very special. Have a great time. And don't worry about the Redskins fans there a classy bunch and shouldn't abuse your Bro to bad. __________________ Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy. Benjamin Franklin

09-22-2006, 02:30 PM	#12
TheMalcolmConnection I like big (_\|_)s. Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, Virginia Age: 43 Posts: 19,225	Re: Need some info Search for "New Carrollton". I forget what the hotel name is but that's the location. It's like you get right on the onramp and FedEx is just a stop or two away. __________________ Regret nothing. At one time it was exactly what you wanted.

09-22-2006, 05:25 PM	#13
CanadianSkin Special Teams Join Date: May 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Age: 48 Posts: 226	Re: Need some info You guys rock!!!! Thanks for the advice. I can not wait until that game. I drove from Calgary (hope you know where that is) to Seattle to watch the Skins play the Seahawks a few years back with the same guys and we had a blast. Skins won of course! I can not wait to walk into FedEx and hear 90,000+ cheering. I am sure I will have a Rudy moment for sure.... Glad to hear my bro won't get harrassed too bad... He will need a little bit though. Actually great suggestion about hooking up with some Warpath boys who are tailgating before the game. I know in Seattle, we could not find anyone to tailgate with which sucked.... I will make sure to post stuff once we get closer to the game. And yes I am from Canada and would rather not be in the "hood" when I am there.... lol. Keep the suggestions coming. I want to make this trip a huge success for both us and of course the Redskins! I am 1-0 after all... __________________ HTTR from North of the 49th!!!!! Two things I love.... Canada and the Redskins!!!!

09-26-2006, 05:05 PM	#15
backrow The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: 36.28 x 76.22 Age: 73 Posts: 1,812	Re: Need some info There is a Hampton Inn close by as well. Located in an office park where you can practically spit at FEDEX Field out the back door. My wife and I stayed there in April of 2005. On business, I've stayed at a Hampton Inn, 599 Massachusetts Ave NW, Was. DC 20001 Phone 202 842-2500 Only 7-8 blocks from the Mall, and only a couple of blocks from the Metro. __________________ '37, '42, '83, '88, '92. Championship!

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