Avoid Maryland because of Montgomery Police...just saying.
"Higher end" providers end up in Tysons, Crystal City, and DC.
Many are in Springfield, but to be honest I always double check providers in Springfield - different crowd. I've only seen two providers in Springfield, both are well known. I also prefer nicer hotels if I'm doing in-call. Other mongers don't care as much. Research which providers advertise services where and you'll see what I mean.
Sent you a PM, but there are some easy access hotels in Tysons, I would avoid being in the "heart" of Tysons, that can be a nightmare.
Crystal City, I think providers are discovering how great Crystal City can be for themselves - like you. You don't need a car, lots of great places to eat and shop while you're in Crystal City. No need to order room service and live like a hermit in your room. I think Crystal City is great from a mongering perspective because so many visit for conferences or congressional fly-ins, that a single guy walking around does not look strange. Also, in the bigger hotels there are so many people wandering around, you won't even get a second look, even if you're 'lost' and ask directions. Hotels in Crystal City are TRULY within walking distance. Remember, some of mongers are old dudes - and what may be a five minute walk to a guy in his 20s in Tysons is a pain in the ass for those in their late 40s, 50s, and early 60s.
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