b'Because of how expensive hotels generally are in the Northeast, Citygate Network (and other ministries) rarely hold events there; but we got a great deal and took advantage of it, knowing it allows members in the area to possibly bring a few more participants and members outside the area to explore the historic and culturally rich MidAtlantic states. Here are some other tourist areas that are relatively close ( two hours or under). If you havent spent a lot of time in this region of the country, consider coming early or extending your stay. Washington, D.C. Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy Mount Vernon, Virginia Bull Run and Civil War battlefields Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Philadelphia The Delmarva Peninsula and Chincoteague Harpers Ferry, West Virginia Cape May, New Jersey Atlantic beaches13'