Oh my gosh. Can't even put into words how beautiful, stunning, and flawless our photos and videos…read moreare. Rago and his team were sooo professional, friendly, patient and so on top of it. We got introduced to Rago months before the wedding date but he was involved and communicative the entire time. Him and his team showed up early, got the best poses and were so helpful and kind. They got a lay of the venue the day before so knew where they wanted to take photos and videos. We got sneak peeks literally the day after (or even the night of) and were over the moon to see the final results. Final pictures and videos were ready 2-3 weeks later and reliving the best day ever over and over is such a joyful experience. We can't recommend them enough and are so thankful for the incredible pictures and videos we got. 100/10 would do it again and again.. and again. Thank you so so much Rago

My husband and I used Rago Images for our headshots recently and loved the result. We felt very…read morestrongly that we wanted someone in the LGBTQIA community to work with and Rago was incredibly personable, professional, and talented. He gave us the options of shooting at our location, his studio, or somewhere else in DC. We chose our location and he arrived with all his studio equipment and was ready for multiple scenarios. He delivered the Proof Sheet almost right away and then when we made our selections the edits and final images were delivered so fast! We will definitely be booking him for events in the future!

Classy, elegant and delicious menus. I would say it is the top service provider in this space in…read moreour region. There attention to detail and finesse is incomparable. Every event they manage has a unique touch to it. Whether big or small, they know how to make it special.

4 minutes ago Simply the best caterers you will ever come…read moreacross. From the fine dining menu and luxurious decor to the impeccable execution, these are the people you call if your event matters. They leave no detail unattended. They go above and beyond for you. They answer all your questions and are more reachable than anyone else out there. No request is impossible. If you have refined taste, then you need Paris Caterers. The success of your event is their primary goal. And their price point is extremely reasonable for the level of service and high quality of dining selection you receive. Paris caterers brings the best of Europe to your special day.

My mom and I found Kawania Wooten (Kay) of Howerton-Wooten Events on the Knot. From the beginning,…read moreKay was extremely professional and stood head and shoulders above the other planners we interviewed. We hired her after booking the venue and I wish we'd waited to get her input because she probably would've saved us money in the long run by going with a smaller hotel. Kay came to the table with a long list of recommended professionals, and all of the vendors she recommended were excellent. Kay was great to work with; she's friendly and easy going, which made it easy to discuss choices with her. She is professional and able to quickly assess what we wanted based on her many years of experience. She was ready and able to solve most all our problems, but also ready to bring different views and approaches to the discussion in order to find a good solution. Her recommendations for lighting and décor were very high style; I'd trust her and her team with any of my events.

If you are looking for a wedding planner do yourself a favor and schedule a consult with Kay at…read moreHowerton +Wooten Events! I had the unique challenge of planning a Maryland wedding while living in Texas. Even though I signed up for partial planning services, Howerton + Wooten completely exceeded my expectations the entire time. She even sent us care packages with wedding magazines and other treats along the way. She assisted us with setting up meeting with vendors and picking out the vendors and items that would best suit our individual style for our multicultural wedding. Leading up to the big day, Kay and her team really saved us by helping with some extra last minute tasks such as gift bags and table settings which was sooo greatly appreciated. Kay was exceptionally kind and patient from start to finish. She even dealt with my 'momzilla' in perfect stride on the wedding day. From the initial contact to several months after the wedding, Kay and the staff at Howerton +Wooten have been wonderful. During the process we not only got the best wedding planner ever but also gained a new friend! We look forward to booking Howerton + Wooten for future events!

My son's PTO booked InStyle Occasion 360 booth service for their Fall festival. The owner Sam was…read moretruly amazing and professional. The booking process was truly easy, she explained in great details what her service included and her requirements for spacing. She arrived on time for setup and tested the equipment before the event started. The students truly enjoyed the 360 booth and all the amazing props. Several parents inquired about renting the booth for their next event. I highly recommend InStyle Occasion for your next event.

I stayed here for a conference nearby and had a very nice experience. The hotel is well kept and…read morethere's a delicious cuban restaurant downstairs. The rooms are sizeable, which I appreciate, and mine had a mini fridge and a microwave which I wasn't expecting. My only complaint was that when we arrived there were a couple of things wrong with the room - broken window which let in a lot of noise pollution from the bar downstairs and a phone broken so we couldn't call to get the hotel to help. That said, when we went downstairs, they were quick to help and offer a room change if needed. I'd definitely stay here again - great location and service.

I had a pretty smooth stay at West End hotel. My room was surprisingly spacious with a little…read morekitchenette in the back. It was clean with a good amount of outlets and lights. All the electronics worked. Hotel guests were quiet, but can be loud depending on the residents living in the adjacent apartment building. Wifi was solid; did not have any issues. Staff were generally very friendly. There is an optional breakfast package as well as a small market area selling snacks and water/drinks. Elevators came quickly. Not sure if there is an ADA entrance at the back? There were no ramps in the front. Parking is available via a third party and at a parking lot nearby (Colonial Parking on 22nd). Staff instructed us to use Spot Hero and we were able to park/pay without any issues.

Nice hotel in Tysons. Convenient to 2 metro stations and lots of shopping. Fair priced, underground…read moregarage (secure) parking was a plus.

This is a good location that is both metro accessible and close to DC. They do charge for parking…read moreperhaps because they are close to the metro. The building was a bit drab and the elevators limited. It seemed like it could use an update. I will say that I received excellent service and that after checking in one night, the same person at the front desk immediately remembered my name and room number when I came back to inquire about using my member benefits for a late checkout (and unfortunately I didn't get his name). And it isn't too hard to earn a late check out through this company and it did help me out a bit.

My husband and I stayed overnight at a Staybridge Suites in McLean on a Saturday night in…read moremid-April, 2025; our adult daughter and her husband booked a separate room. We were on our way to a wedding in Potomac, MD on Sunday, and the closest hotels were in Tysons Corner VA or Bethesda MD. We selected this hotel primarily because it's an IHG hotel (where we have platinum membership in its reward program), its location, and very good review profile. This hotel offers apartment-style hotel suites with full kitchens, free wifi, and 42" HDTVs, and includes a free breakfast buffet. The website indicates that the hotel also offers 24/7 laundry, a fitness room, and seasonal pool but, while useful, we didn't use any of these. We were very pleased with our selection. The hotel was beautifully appointed and spotless, and it was clear that thought had gone into providing what travelers were most likely need. Our suite was huge, with two separate areas. One side included the sleeping area and the bathroom, while the other side was the kitchen and sitting area with TV. (Note that there are different room types. Our daughter and SIL said that their room was smaller). Check-in was effortless, with everything already ready upon our arrival. The check-in receptionist was friendly, and offered good recommendations for local restaurants. The breakfast buffet offered many hot and other choices, including scrambled eggs, sausages, diced sweet potatoes, hot waffles, oatmeal, breads/bagels/scones, fresh fruit (apples, bananas, oranges), and beverages (coffee, tea, juices). Foods were replenished regularly, except for the orange and pineapple juices (both of which dispensed only water). The neighborhood is urban, but the hotel is quiet and offers parking ($). There are walkable restaurants nearby. Our rating for this hotel would actually be 4.5 but a round-up to 5.0 seemed more appropriate than a downgrade. A few small things, the first two of which are related to communication. (1) we were surprised by our final bill which included a $10 charge for parking. While we were asked at check-in whether we needed a parking pass, it was never mentioned, and should have been, that there was a charge for that parking. (2) we're platinum members of IHG's Rewards Program, which is usually acknowledged at check-in with an offer of 500 loyalty points or a snack or drink. While not mentioned at check-in, I did find later that our account was credited with 500 points. (3) I had been sitting on the chaise lounger in the bedroom area, elevating my feet after a long drive. My husband called from the other side of the suite, and I swung my legs to get up to go there. This caused me to fall with a hard thud. It turns out that what I thought was a one piece chaise lounger (as in the living room area) was actually a chair and ottoman that fit together. When I tried to get up, the ottoman rolled and I fell between the two pieces. Not a major injury, but I do have some black and blue marks. I guess I should've turned on a light!

I couldn't wait to get out of this hotel. Super dirty, super old, not very friendly staff, the…read morebreakfast is so unhealthy with very limited options, the gym and laundry room not well maintained and not very clean. Overall the vibe is very depressing and the worst part is that no one really cares about you.

I'd stay here again. This is a brand new place, it has only been open for 6months so everything is…read morein good condition. Our room was very spacious. The only reason it's not 5 stars is because some things are not in perfect working order. Our bathroom door wouldn't lock and there were areas of the hotel that were having to be redone for some reason. Beds are on the firmer side but comfortable enough.

Stayed one night for a quick trip. Check in was seamless and front desk employee very friendly…read more Room was very clean and spacious. Loved the table for dining on and the kitchen had everything you need. I really loved the large shower and bright bathroom mirror. **Breakfast-I