Why You Should Skip the DC Cherry Blossoms

Each spring, we see images of beautiful cherry blossoms around DC's Tidal Basin. It is a bucket list trip for many people.

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Yes, it is beautiful. But, here are 5 reasons why you should skip it.

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Tourists flood the city, making driving, walking, and breathing a nightmare.

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Hotel and flight prices spike during this time.

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Spring weather in DC is unpredictable. You need to pack for sun, wind, rain, and snow.

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Timing is everything and peak bloom is only predictable 10 days out. You must be flexible with your plans.

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If people flaunting for the camera annoy you, this trip is a hard pass.

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Each spring, we see images of beautiful cherry blossoms around DC's Tidal Basin. It is a bucket list trip for many people.

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Yes, it is beautiful. But, here are 5 reasons why you should skip it.

Tourists flood the city, making driving, walking, and breathing a nightmare.

Crowds

Hotel and flight prices spike during this time.

Higher Travel Costs

Spring weather in DC is unpredictable. You need to pack for sun, wind, rain, and snow.

Unpredictable Weather

Timing is everything and peak bloom is only predictable 10 days out. You must be flexible with your plans.

Planning is Complex

If people flaunting for the camera annoy you, this trip is a hard pass.

Annoying Photo Shoots

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