Traveling from Annapolis to DC with Clients in Tow?
Making a great impression on an important client is a big part of many executive’s lives. From ensuring that you choose the right dinner destination to selecting the right entertainment, you know what it takes to make a good impression.
But what if you’re responsible for making a good impression while on the road? How do you transform a client commute into an opportunity to show them a good time and ensure that they leave feeling confident in you as a business relation?
For executives who live in the DC area, commutes to cities within the vicinity, like Annapolis, Maryland, are a mainstay in their schedules. If you’re picking up a client in Annapolis for a commute to DC, you might want to be prepared when it comes to choosing transportation and spots to grab a bite to eat.
We’ve outlined a few tips for building a great commute from Annapolis to DC below.
How to Get There: The Best Transportation Options
The drive from Annapolis to DC is around 32 miles, but depending on the state of traffic, it could take upwards of an hour to get point A to point B. You don’t want to pick your client up from their office or their flight and subject them to the often-unsavory conditions of a cab or spend the ride distracted because you’re driving your own car or a rental car.
The best way to make a great impression is to book luxury car service.
Car service allows you to focus your attention on your client, instead of navigating congested streets and trying to find parking. When you have to drive yourself, your attentions are divided at best. Car service relieves you of the burden.
In a similar vein, a cab doesn’t provide the comfortable, luxury atmosphere that a vehicle from a transportation company can provide. Cabs can be stifling, and for an hour-long commute, your client deserves a better environment and more comfortable ride.
American Executive Transportation, which specializes in luxury transportation in DC and Baltimore, has years of experience providing outstanding transportation for corporate commutes.
Find the Perfect Restaurant
Whether you’re stopping in Annapolis, DC or somewhere in between, you’re going to need a great restaurant to treat your client to dinner.
Here is a short list of some of our favorites in the area:
- Vin 909: Located on Bay Ridge Avenue, Vin 909 is set up in an historic Sears Roebuck house in a well-preserved community of Annapolis. Their menu features fresh, farm-to-table ingredients on a rotating seasonal schedule. You can enjoy a variety of wines and beers, as well as desserts if you so desire. The accessible and quaint décor make this a perfect stop to unwind with a specialty entrée, making a great impression on a tired or hungry client.
- 1789 Restaurant: If you’re looking for something more upscale and luxurious, consider getting reservations at this Georgetown eatery, which is housed in an historic Federal Townehouse and has been called one of America’s “Top Tables.” You can expect ingredients sourced from local farmers and growers, and fresh twists on contemporary American classics. 1789 also prides itself on offering one of the best wine lists in the area.
- Harry Browne’s Fine Dining: Located conveniently in downtown Annapolis, Harry Browne’s fine dining has been the elegant site of culinary innovation and cultivated atmosphere for over 30 years. Choose from different dining areas, including the main dining room, the Sidewalk café or the State Circle Lounge. The menu is full of great ingredients, carefully combined for a memorable experience.
As you move forward towards planning your client commute from Annapolis to DC, we hope you choose American Executive to handle each aspect of your transportation.
From our beautiful vehicles to our professional chauffeurs, we feel confident that we can help you make the impression that you’d love to make.
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