Just got back from DC. I make the trip too often for work, and have become rather bored. It used to excite me to go. But this trip, I tried out the new Gaylord hotel at National Harbor. What a surprise! I felt like I was on vacation, not a business trip! I wished my family was with me, in fact.

I read a few of the other reviews. I guess the customers there the first week didn't have a great experience... but I had a perfect stay, and I was there for 3 nights. I guess they've gotten the wrinkles out? I would compare it to the service at Omni Shoreham, where I usually stay... probably better, because the staff working seemed new and eager to please.

My first night, I went to the steakhouse (I think it's called Old Hickory or something like that) on a whim, and I honestly had the best steak of my life. The guy on the elevator said the seafood restaurant Moon Bay and the Bar or Club at the top were both top notch, but I didn't have enough time to check them out this trip.

I hope to come back this summer with my wife and kids... maybe around fourth of July.