Dulles International Airport serves the Washington DC Metro Area and is served by over 30 US-based and international air carriers. The airport serves over 80 domestic and more than 40 international locations. There are numerous amenities the airport serves to the passengers. The passengers visiting the airport can find various opportunities at the terminal to spend time during transit or while waiting for their flight.

There are a number of airport lounges operated by different airlines serving the Dulles International Airport. The B concourse of the airport accommodates Gold Circle Lounge operated by Aer Lingus and Departures Lounge by Air France. All Nippon Airways operate ANA Lounge First and Admirals Club is the one operated by the American Airlines. Terraces Lounge and First Class Lounge by British Airways and Senator Lounge and Business Lounge by Lufthansa are other lounges at B concourse.

Besides, there are 4 lounges operated by the United Airlines at C and D concourses. The A concourse has Clubhouse lounge by Virgin Atlantic. These lounges allow the passengers to relax and spend the extra time they have.

Besides, there are a variety of bars, restaurants and fast food outlets in various parts of the airport. Ice cream parlors, coffee shops and cafes too are available at the airport. All these venues offer foods and drinks to help passengers curb their hunger during transit.

There are many retail stores located on the main terminal. Duty-free retail shopping places can also be found at the B, C and D concourses. Finally, the west and east ends of the main terminal accommodate business centers for the passengers who wish to use the available time in business-related activities.

Visiting Washington for the first time? You can utilize the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority in order to roam around the city peacefully. You can avail of either Washington Metro or Metrobus to travel across Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland. Apart from these two services, it also provides a public-private partnership DC Circular Bus service.

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority on Wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_Metropolitan_Area_Transit_Authority#Services

The Metrobus service constitutes 1,480 vehicles commuting people over 300 routes and 12,216 stops. The Metrobus also covers 2,398 bus shelters. Metrorail system has developed into 5 lines and 106.3 miles of extended track including 86 stations. This system is the second busiest rapid transit system in the city with 215 million trips for each fiscal year.

More Information on Metrobus and Metrorail

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metrobus_%28Washington,_D.C.%29

Parking spaces are available for the commuters at 42 Metrorail stations out of which 34 offer reserved parking. Normally parking is free on holidays and weekends. On working days, the charge is $1 per hour. By checking the Metrorail Service Status Report, you can find out about delays. Facilities on the spot include escalators.

Find Parking information in

http://www.wmata.com/rail/parking/

Two types of platforms can be found in the stations - the central ones and the side platforms. The different track routes are indicated by yellow, red, blue, green and orange lines. If you are using the bus, then remember to wait at the stops marked by white, red and blue signs. The destination and route number can be seen on the windshield.

Platforms and route indicators on the official website

http://www.wmata.com/rail/elevators_escalators/center_platform_stations.cfm

Use a farecard or SmarTrip card for purchasing passes for bus and rails. You can get one within $1.35 to $45. Online purchase for $10,$15 and $20 is also allowed.

Information on Fare and getting around

http://www.wmata.com/fares/