Tagged: Metro
Ava Mack
It’s the Metro, not the T
Ava Mack
Fall 2015
Here are some quick differences between the Metro and the T to help you navigate DC:
1. The Metro runs deep underground, so expect a long escalator ride. Speaking of which, there is simple escalator etiquette in DC that is strictly enforced: if you’re standing, stay to the right. People walk up and down on the left, and will tell you to get out of the way. More
Margaux Carle
5 Things You Should Know Before Riding the Metro in the Summer
Margaux Carle
Summer 2015
1. If you have to walk to the metro stop, prepare for sweat
It’s no secret that DC summers are brutal. The heat warnings alone would be enough to make you second-guess why you chose to spend your summer in DC, but the real killer is the humidity. DC is a beautiful city that can be fun to commute through…. until you drown on your way to the bus stop! Unfortunately, humidity is hard to combat so be prepared for some sweaty commutes. When in doubt, bring a spare shirt or, ladies, put your hair up!
Sarah Cohen
The Differences and Similarities between DC and Boston
By Sarah Cohen
Summer 2014
Prior to arriving in DC, I imagined it to be the almost identical to Boston but just with aggressively political individuals. Sure enough, I was spot on about the characteristics of DC inhabitants but was completely off about the overall vibe of the city. Unlike Boston, DC has no high-rise buildings but what it lacks in skyscrapers it makes up for, tenfold, in efficient public transportation. That’s right, the most obvious difference is how easy it is to get around here! Despite the Space Mountain-esque decent underground to get to the Metro, my morning and afternoon commute are probably one of the easiest parts of my day. Additionally, I feel as though DC just has a little more liveliness within the city. Regardless of the slightly older average age of DC residents, there is electricity in the air; everyone is on the go and doesn’t have a second to waste!
