Ballston Common Mall
Bring the kids to take part in the annual Halloween trick or treating all throughout the mall. If you have a lazy teen who will be going off to college soon, why not send him over to Ballston Common Mall's yearly college fair? Or you can simply shop in over 200 of their stores.
Ballston Common Mall has something for every single person in the family. If you're looking to kick back and enjoy a good laugh, then the Comedy Spot is just the hangout spot for you. If you’re treating yourself to hair and nail treatments, you can choose from four beauty salons. Or if you want to keep the kids busy with something fun and energetic, you can always send them over to the nearby Kettler Capitals IcePlex for ice skating or to play hockey. Something that the whole family can enjoy is the Ballston Common Mall big movie theater! As you can see, this mall offers a diverse mix of services and goods. From their CVS Pharmacy to their Cyber Star Services they cater to every person's wants.
The mall's main features are their Macy's, Macy Furniture Gallery, Gourmet Restaurants and the Sport & Health Club. Ballston Common Mall stretches out over 1.3 million square foot piece of land, it has four levels and is located at the corner of Glebe Road and Wilson Boulevard only four miles from Washington D.C in Arlington Virginia. Ballston's mall is quickly becoming the new "downtown" of Arlington.
Kings Crossing is located at Richmond Highway & Shields Avenue, Alexandria, VA. Kings Crossing serves Groveton, Penn Daw Village, and Huntington Run. Kings Crossing hosts the following businesses: Walmart, Chuckie Cheese's, Patient Firt, Sarku Japan, Jimmy John’s, Mazzio’s, Healthy Nails and Spa, and Sweet Frog.
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The Shops at Huntington Gateway are located at 5982 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22303. The Shops at Huntington Gateway include: Partners in Real Estate, Gateway Cleaners, Dickson Dental, and Juliano's Subs & Pizza.
The Shops at Huntington Gateway are just down the road from Montebello. The Shops at Huntington Gateway are close to the lower level of Huntington Metro.
Welcome to The Shops at Huntington Gateway
The Shops at Huntington Gateway from the parking lot
A view of The Shops at Huntington Gateway
The Shops at Huntington Gateway just outside of Juliano’s
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Lotte is located inside the Fairfax Circle Center at 3250 Old Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 22030. The phone number for Lotte is 703 - 352 - 8989. The store hours for Lotte is 9am - 10pm.
Lotte has a few restaurants inside (for example there is a Korean restaurant that serves Bulgogi and Bibim Bop and other main entrees). Lotte grocery is similar to Costco or Safeway with their vast selection of items except unlike Costco or Safeway Lotte specializes in the following ethnic cuisines: Asian, Middle Eastern, Indian, Pakistani and Hispanic food.
Lotte has an excellent selection of items you won't find in your average grocery. Lotte is similar to Super H Mart.
A shot of the inside of Lotte
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About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Old Town waterfront
Alexandria's history as a colonial seaport is well-known in the area, and is one of the reasons that this city to calls to visitors from around the country and around the world. Alexandria's seaport was once a bustling place of industry and commerce, but the cargo ships and packets from foreign seas are long gone now. Today, Alexandria's waterfront is geared more toward the pleasant than the practical.
Where the Water Meets the the Road
At the end of King St. where the road meets the water, there are brick walkways and wooden decks. Plenty of benches and gazebos are there and in the evenings this is a place to find street musicians and other performers practicing their craft before wandering walkers .
In the left side of this picture is the Torpedo Factory, an Alexandria landmark. The Torpedo Factory was what the name implies: an edifice dedicated to the construction of naval weapons of war. But as the industry's needs grew beyond the space here on the Alexandria waterfront, the building was repurposed as an art and crafts center. The building now houses a good many artists is is a wonderful place for tourists and residents alike to visit.
The Torpedo Factory
The Torpedo Factory and the waterfront are very close to the Torpedo Factory condos---high end condos in Old Town. For a list of prices and to check the availability of condos click the Torpedo Factory Condos. If you're interested in searching condos, townhouses and houses around Old Town you might find this post useful.
King Street Trolley
Metro Access
Among other things, the waterfront at Alexandria is nice because it's metro accessible. Simply take the Metro to King St. Station and then ride the free trolley to the Waterfront. The trolley is a service of the City of Alexandria for visitors and residents. It's a fun and easy way to make your way across Old Town.
Nearby Parks and Trails
Waterfront Park on the Potomac in Old Town
Parks and paths line the waterfront these days. It's the perfect place for a walk on a Spring day.
Park along the Potomac in Alexandria VA
Benches are found at just the right places. These photos were taking on a weekday morning, but in the afternoons and evenings the waterfront wakes up. Tourists, joggers and walkers share this open public space.
Most of the bars and restaurants in Old TownAlexandria are located on Union St. and King St. There are a few that aren't on King St. or Union St. like Overwood for example, which is on North Lee. The restaurants and bars in Old Town Alexandria feature a wide spectrum of cuisines and atmospheres. There are hole in the wall bars (O'Shaughnessy's pub), karoake bars (Flying Fish), bars on the water (Fish Market, Union Street Pub, Chadwick's), and everything in between.
Union St Pub in Old Town on a weekday evening; if it were the weekend this bar would be jammed full of people from wall to wall
The nightlife at Flying Fish in Old Town during the weekend
The night life at the Rock It Grill Bar in Old Town
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt is located at 3219 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Their phone number is (703) 751-3764. Sweet Frog is set up as a serve yourself frozen yogurt shop. Sweet Frog has a lot of flavor choices and topping choices.
Sweet Frog is close to Duke St. skatepark. Also nearby is Oriental Star restaurant and Lone Star steak house. Sweet Frog is a short drive from Landmark Mall. Nearby condo's include the Royalton, the Plaza, the Jamieson and the Henry.
Sweet Frog is close to Old Town Alexandria
Welcome to Sweet Frog
Sweet Frog is close to Philadelphia Cheesesteak Factory
Established in 1974 with a mission to reduce homelessness, increase community support and promote self sufficiency, the Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is operated by a multi-denominational board of directors and staff managing over 70 housing units. Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is located in the Mount Zephyr Business Center at 8305 Richmond…
Das Best Oktoberfest 2012 took place at National Harbor in Maryland. The Oktoberfest featured all you can drink tickets as well as designated driver tickets. The event had several tents with a variety of business vendors. Das Best Oktoberfest featured live music at three different stages.
The event lasted two days. The event attracted a large crowd on both days. National Harbor is a popular venue throughout the year. National Harbor is close to the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
A clear view of the outdoor venue
Das Best Oktoberfest featured a variety of food vendors
People wait in line to be served alcohol
Das Best Oktoberfest took place on September 22nd and 23rd
A cover band kicks off another crowd pleaser
The Oktoberfest was a few blocks away from the Gaylord which is also at National Harbor
National Harbor features a trail that crosses the Woodrow Wilson bridge
A vendor displays for sale furniture
A traditional themed German group
Dancers moving to the live music
The National Harbor Oktoberfest was near Nando’s Perri Perri
Via Veneto is located at 1309 Shenandoah Rd. Alexandria, VA 22308 (Hollin Hall Shopping Center just off Ft. Hunt Rd). The phone number for Via Veneto is 703.765.6661. The restaurant is close to Safeway, the Variety Store, a gas station, a Chinese food restaurant, a 711, and various other shops and businesses. Via Veneto is open for lunch Monday through Friday and dinner all week.
Via Veneto serves authentic delicious Italian food. This area of Fort Hunt is near Walt Whitman middle school and Carl Sandburg middle school. The nearest library is Sherwood Hall library. Hollin Hall and Hollin Hills offer a very peaceful atmosphere.
Via Veneto has carryout and dine in
Via Veneto in Hollin Hall serves alcohol
Via Veneto is a short drive from Old Town Alexandria
El Pollo Ranchero is located at 6324 Richmond Highway Alexandria, VA 22306. The phone number for El Pollo Ranchero is 703 721 2000. This restaurant serves a variety of Latin American foods. Nearby is Route 1; just across the road is Walmart.
El Pollo Ranchero has a large selection of dishes on their menu. Chicken is their specialty. The dishes here are filling and affordable. There are several housing resources located near Richmond Highway.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
