DR Jose - I need some DC advice. ALA is there in June and I'm looking for lodgings that don't cost an arm and a leg, that are near the convention hotels or Metro Green/Yellow lines, and that are safe for me to stay in alone. Richard has to be in NW Indiana at the same time on church business. When I say near conv. hotels, that could be convention center area, Scott Circle, Thomas Circle, or L'Enfant Plaza. Any suggestions?