Conde Nast Traveler – February 2017 || Need a backdrop for that Valentine’s ‘gram? Find a love wall.
What is a love wall? Exactly what it sounds like—an expression of love captured on the facade of a building, structure, or public space. Sometimes these walls are impromptu, like New York’s “Subway Therapy” wall comprised of emotive post-it notes that popped up temporarily after the 2016 election. Others are more, well, set in stone.
August 2, 2016 on Conde Nast Traveler || Want to find D.C.’s hottest bars? Just look up.
There’s something missing from the D.C. skyline: skyscrapers. A height limit has kept most of the District’s buildings shorter than the Capitol dome, creating a town-like atmosphere while offering unobstructed views. It’s the perfect recipe for rooftop bars—and this summer, the city’s nightlife mavens have taken note. D.C.’s in a rooftop boom, with nearly a dozen new drinking perches open this year. From cozy cornertops where you can people-watch the street below, to Instagram-ready sunset and stadium views, here are some of Washington’s best new rooftop bars.
