Stand on the right, walk on the left
This guide to DC shows visitors how to live local and get the most out their time in The District during CUNA’s Governmental Affairs Conference.
by: Leigh Anne Terry
Next week, credit union leaders and advocates will descend on Washington, DC, for CUNA’s annual Governmental Affairs Conference. The nation’s capital offers access to key decision-makers in Congress, a genuine melting pot of cultural and culinary experiences, and an abundance of historical monuments and museums. With so much to do, how do you choose? Here are a few insider tips to help you make the most of your visit.
How To Master DC’s Public Transportation System
If you take nothing else from this post, remember the following phrase: “Stand on the right, walk on the left.”
This is the rule of thumb for escalators throughout the DC Metro system. This simple social contract keeps the flow of people moving.
Other tips:
- Don’t stop at the bottom of an escalator, doing so creates a potentially dangerous “clot” of people to pile up behind you. Walk far enough into the station so you’re clear of the crowd before stopping to gain your bearings.
