The Metro is a new experience/adventure for us. While at Lunga Park, VA, we asked questions and did some research as to how to best navigate around Washington DC. The Metro is the best mode of transportation.
We were apprehensive about using the Metro but we plowed ahead feeling that after we rode the Metro once we would be okay with it. The traffic is horrendous and the drivers on the highways are not what I would call polite!
When we arrived at Andrews AFB, MD, we asked more questions and found out about the SmarTrip Card and how to use it when taking the Metro. Because we are seniors we get a discount when using the card pictured below. The card cost $5.00. When you arrive at the Metro station, you put the card in a machine and load it with money, using cash, credit card or debit card. The employees at the Metro are very helpful and take you through the process.
Then, you are ready to scan the card and go through the turn stiles. To get to the lower level there are stairs, escalators and elevators to use. It pretty much looks like what you see on television/movies. A cement platform with subdued light. Amazing that it is as clean as it is. There are so many people that commute into Washington DC and the surrounding area.
Our first trip in was on Sunday, May 29 to see the Rolling Thunder ride.
From where we are, we get on the Metro at Branch Station and ride the Green Line, getting off at Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter. And, then we walk and walk and walk some more.
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sounds interesting
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