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Inside Background
Culture 
Phoenix is a relatively new, quickly growing and laid-back city populated by...
Last edited: May 02, 2008
Health & Safety 
Crime, climate and creatures are the sources of this city’s safety concerns...
Last edited: December 20, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Phoenix is the capital and largest city in Arizona. The Phoenix metropolitan...
Last edited: November 26, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Mysteries set in Phoenix Two mystery writers whose series are set in Phoenix...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Here are a few links to some tourist information. City of Phoenix Greater...
Last edited: June 06, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
National Weather Forecast - Phoenix Info  Everyone knows it's "hot" in Phoenix...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
A few tips on Phoenix 
Phoenix is not San Francisco, Las Vegas or even San Diego. Do not expect a...
Last edited: August 16, 2008
Introduction 
Nearly perfect year-round weather and several impeccably designed championship...
Last edited: February 16, 2006
Photo Gallery 
Here is a link to some pictures of Phoenix. Greater Phoenix Area Photo Tour
Last edited: June 06, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Phoenix is served by Sky Harbor International ( PHX ) Airport.  Many airlines...
Last edited: January 05, 2007
Getting Around 
While there are some attractions, shops and restaurants located within walking...
Last edited: July 13, 2006
Public Transportation 
Phoenix is in the process of constructing the Valley Metro Rail, a public rail...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Phoenix is a very large city, and many places that tourists visit are spread...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
If you or your kids are into paintball, there are a couple of  facilities where...
Last edited: August 17, 2007
Events & Festivals 
Phoenix Oktoberfest October 14, 2006 10AM to 9PM Margaret Hance Park, Phoenix...
Last edited: October 08, 2006
Family Travel 
Phoenix is a great place to travel (or to live) with kids!  You rarely have to...
Last edited: January 04, 2008
Nightlife 
There are many restaurants and wine bars in the Phoenix area. The best with a...
Last edited: January 12, 2007
The Performing Arts 
Phoenix offers some great venues for enjoying the performing arts.  The...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Shopping 
There are many different places to shop in the Phoenix/Scottsdale areas...
Last edited: January 04, 2008
Sports & Activities 
This city’s climate and terrain make it a fun destination for those who enjoy...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Arizona Diamondbacks 
The Arizona Diamondbacks play in the National League West division at Chase...
Last edited: February 04, 2008
Hiking  
There are many beautiful places in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area to hike around...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Phoenix and Central Arizona Attractions 
Things To Do: Phoenix and Central Arizona Phoenix and Central Arizona offer...
Last edited: March 09, 2007
Phoenix Overview 
Phoenix, Arizona A Thriving Metropolis Despite a lack of prior planning for...
Last edited: August 11, 2007
Places to Relax 
Being someone that travels weekly for a living and works in a fairly...
Last edited: October 28, 2006
Castles N' Coasters 
Castles N' Coasters is a great place for everyone. They have a ride called the...
Last edited: September 12, 2006
Mini Golf Paradise 
Jungle themed INDOOR miniature golf. 18 holes of mini-golf with fun safari...
Last edited: September 02, 2007
Phoenix Art Museum 
The Phoenix Art Museum is a great place to check out year round and for any age...
Last edited: January 04, 2008
Tovrea Castle 
The Tovrea Castle is supposed to RE-OPEN in February 2009...here's the link...
Last edited: November 15, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Cheap Eats 
A great find for locals and travelers....Catia's Kitchen in North Phoenix at...
Last edited: May 04, 2008
People-watching 
People watching is so easy to do in Phoenix. A new favorite place to do this is...
Last edited: January 04, 2008
Adobe Restaurant 
Nothing beats sitting outside on the patio of the Adobe Restaurant on a...
Last edited: April 11, 2008
Cork'n Cleaver 
when dining out you look for three things. 1) Predictable Quality 2) Guest...
Last edited: January 16, 2007
Hot Dog Island 
Hot Dog Island is only 1 mile north of I-10 on 75th Ave.   When you exit I-10...
Last edited: December 19, 2007
Mi Patio Mexican Food 
Mi Patio is a unique Mexican/Greek restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona. Located in...
Last edited: March 14, 2008
T-bone Steak House 
T-Bone Steak House is in an old ranch house located on the north slope of South...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Wong's Chinese Cuisine 
If you are looking for good Chinese food that is delicious and not really...
Last edited: January 19, 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: September 21, 2008
Crossing the Border 
For most visitors, a passport and a visa are the two critical documents you...
Last edited: May 11, 2008
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: September 14, 2008
Telephones 
 The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as 555-555-1234...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: August 29, 2008
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: October 24, 2008
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: September 02, 2008
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 30, 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: October 05, 2008
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: August 28, 2008
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Traveling by Car in the US 
The sheer size of the United States, coupled with the lack of one uniting rail...
Last edited: September 13, 2008
Traveling with Infants and Youngsters 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about little ones that may differ from...
Last edited: March 15, 2007
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: August 14, 2008
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: May 10, 2007
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