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Inside Background
Culture 
The Birmingham Museum of Art is the largest city-owned art museum on the...
Last edited: 07 August 2006
Health & Safety 
From a healthcare standpoint, Birmingham offers several outstanding hospitals...
Last edited: 04 November 2006
History 
Here is a trivia question for you...Name the cities in the United States with a...
Last edited: 12 May 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Birmingham offers four distinct seasons to residents and visitors and  is one...
Last edited: 04 November 2006
Local Accomodations 
Recognizing that the hotel ratings are determined by visitors to the respective...
Last edited: 21 July 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Birmingham International Airport (BHM) is located three miles from downtown and...
Last edited: 08 July 2008
Public Transportation 
Public Transportation is a useful means for navigating Birmingham when a...
Last edited: 04 July 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
When travelling to Birmingham, you can rent cars from the usual large companies,
Last edited: 11 August 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Birmingham is an active hub of culture and entertainment in the Southeast...
Last edited: 04 July 2006
Nightlife 
The Birmingham area has gained very notable publicity from American Idol and...
Last edited: 15 April 2007
The Performing Arts 
Birmingham hosts a wealth of arts scenes competitive with those in other...
Last edited: 06 September 2006
Shopping 
Birmingham offers shoppers a wide variety of offerings that can compete with...
Last edited: 03 January 2009
Sports & Activities 
Birmingham has some of the finest public access golf courses in the U.S. Here...
Last edited: 06 September 2006
Golfing in Birmingham 
If you are reading this review, there is a good chance that you are interested...
Last edited: 06 July 2007
Rainy Day Activities 
1) McWane Center - a great place for all ages.  Fun and informative exhibits...
Last edited: 03 January 2009
Kelly Ingram Park 
Also known as West Park is nice during the day, but you may want to avoid it at...
Last edited: 15 May 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Birmingham residents and regular visitors know the city has a vibrant and...
Last edited: 03 February 2008
Breakfast 
Looking for a classic Southern breakfast?  Look no farther than Bogue's - a...
Last edited: 10 April 2007
Cheap Eats 
Looking for good food on a budget?    Seafood - As well all know, fresh seafood...
Last edited: 10 April 2007
Dining with a View 
1) P.F. Chang's Chinese Bistro has a small patio with a commanding 5 mile view...
Last edited: 10 April 2007
Outdoor Dining 
Let's find a patio for you.... 1) Superior Cocina is a locally-owned...
Last edited: 15 April 2007
People-watching 
For people watching, hit Highland's Bar and Grill at Five Points South...
Last edited: 10 April 2007
Birmingham Dining Guide for Visitors 
Birmingham Wine has a webpage of interesting things to do. http://www.bhamdi...
Last edited: 22 May 2007
Birmingham Restaurants 
Birmingham Restaurants is Birmingham, Alabama's premier dining site. It offers...
Last edited: 04 March 2007
Birmingham Wine 
Birmingham Wine is the city's wine savvy site with a wine event calendar, video...
Last edited: 04 March 2007
TheVulcanReview.com 
Birmingham Restaurant - Find a local restaurant where you can find your...
Last edited: 14 June 2009
Bottega Restaurant 
Bottega -  owned by Frank Stitt.  Located on the Southside about half a mile...
Last edited: 02 June 2007
Brio Tuscan Grille 
Brio Tuscan Grill Italian Restaurant is located outside Brookwood Village in a...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Century Restaurant & Bar 
icon Restaurant and Bar at the Tutwiler is a downtown oasis where culinary...
Last edited: 12 July 2007
Chez FON FON 
Chez Fon Fon is Frank Stitt's third restaurant in the Magic City.  This French...
Last edited: 12 June 2007
Copper Grill - Birmingham 
Copper Grill.  This is a local lobster and steak house that has excellent food...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Fish Market Restaurant 
The Fish Market Restaurant is located in Birmingham's Southside adjacent to the...
Last edited: 04 May 2006
Highlands Bar & Grill 
Highlands Bar and Grill - was rated by Gourmet magazine as the  #5 restaurant...
Last edited: 02 June 2007
Hot & Hot Fish Club 
Hot and Hot Fish Club. Don't know where chef Chris Hastings came  up with the...
Last edited: 02 June 2007
John's Restaurant 
John's City Diner is a great downtown restaurant.   Chef Paul creates specials...
Last edited: 02 March 2007
Moe's Southwest Grill 
This is a fun, creative franchise organization with various locations.  A...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Ocean 
Ocean - as the name implies, this seafood restaurant with a superb oyster bar...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
PF Chang's China Bistro 
OK so you have probably eaten at one of these somewhere in the U.S.   What...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Pita Stop 
The Pita Stop.  This Lebanese restaurant has operated on the Southside for over...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Prairie Fire Grille 
Prarie Fire Grill.  This Southwestern, contemporary restaurant is an excellent...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Rojo 
Rojo.  This is a cool joint frequented by the young crowd on Birmingham's South...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Sabor Latino Restaurant 
Sabor Latino offers "South American" cuisine according to the sign inside their...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Sol Y Luna 
Are you a tapas fan?  If you are, try Sol Y Luna, located in Lakeview about...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Superior Grill 
Superior Grill. Operated by same owners as Cocina Superior in a traditonal...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Village Tavern 
The Village Tavern.  You will love this place!  This is a small chain out of...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
Zoe's Kitchen 
Zoe's Kitchen features salads and chicken dishes with a Greek flair.  Various...
Last edited: 05 June 2007
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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: 06 March 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: 31 July 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: 26 May 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: 22 July 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: 08 August 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: 07 March 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: 08 September 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: 24 October 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: 27 April 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: 06 December 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: 25 August 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
Last edited: 20 July 2009
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: 04 April 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
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