The Harbor has really started coming alive after the seemingly long winter we just struggled through. Due to space constraints, I am only going to be able to touch on a couple of the big things that have come into fruition since our April issue was published. The AC Hotel Many of you readers may remember the Aloft Hotel that was located on 156 Waterfront Street. It was a good place in its own right, however, the space has taken on a new persona. The property was purchased by the proud owners of our beloved Gaylord Hotel, The Ryman Hospitality Group, and is also managed by Marriott International. Welcome the newly revamped, eight-story AC Hotel Washington, DC at National Harbor. The AC features 192 guest rooms and six suites, 3,700-square-feet of meeting space and a fitness center. The hotel is designed to attract “millennials” who want a sophisticated experience with style, inspired social spaces and technology. While I may actually be “almost” old enough to be a “millennials” grandmother, I find that there is a lot about this place that attracts me. It is very sleek and contemporary (very easy to dust) and has a very modern appeal. It isn’t a place that you “traditionalists” will particularly find appealing but then again, there are lots of other choices in the area that cater to your taste. The AC boasts that they have a “bar with a twist”. According to my sources, the AC boasts that beverages come first. The Lounge features “all-knowing” bartenders who act as go-to sources for exploring the local area. Guests can experience classic drinks, like its signature Gintonic (OTC publisher, Bob Tagert can vouch for this cocktail), along with small plates at the AC Lounge. The lounge delivers to its guests’ handcrafted cocktails, wine on tap,…