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Quality of Life


There’s a lot more to Washington than politics and business. Visitors and residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life that includes an expanding array of cultural attractions. Area joggers, bikers, golfers, kayakers and rock climbers join the ranks of sports fans who can play – or watch – just about any game you can name.

Free time is also consumed at the region’s growing number of shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. In fact, r esidents and visitors can choose from an ever-changing list of 8,000+ restaurants and bars. Having fun is taken seriously here; you’ll even find theme and water parks for the kids.

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