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Washington, D.C., USA
Steven France
Chief Concierge: The Jefferson

Front of the House Manager Steven France moved to Washington, D.C., in 2001. He worked at The Ritz-Carlton and the Hay-Adams before joining The Jefferson in 2006.



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Best Golf Course
The Tournament Players Club at Avenel.

This 18-hole course spans more than 220 acres of countryside in Potomac, Maryland.

Best Local Sporting Event
A Washington Nationals baseball game.

They're very popular. And they're building a new stadium in time for opening day, 2008. That's the big news.

Best Hiking
Rock Creek Park.

Hike along a babbling brook or scale the giant rocks. If you're lucky, you'll spot a coyote.

Best Place to go for A Run
The National Mall.

You'll get a perfect view of the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument.

Best Place To Catch A Sunset
The Washington Waterfront.

There are lots of outstanding restaurants there with good views of the water, such as Agraria and Tony & Joe's.

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