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Inside Background
Architecture 
Boise may be a fairly young city, even by American standards (the site of the...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
Culture 
The Boise experience is different for each resident, and each visitor—the city...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Health & Safety 
With its energetic but not frenetic pace of life, its modern tree-lined...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
History 
Although the state of Idaho may be known for its spuds, the capital city is...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Neighborhoods 
Boise is composed of a number of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own feel...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Tourist Board Info 
To start off your Boise visit on the right foot, you might want to stop by one...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The terrain of Idaho is extremely variable from one region to another; the...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
The Boise metropolitan area is served by Boise Airport (BOI), which in turn is...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
Getting Around 
Boise is a large city for its population, but it is fairly easy to navigate as...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
Public Transportation 
The ValleyRide bus service, provided by the Valley Regional Transit company, is...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Clean, green and family-friendly, Boise is a great place to take the kids, and...
Last edited: 07 July 2007
Things to Do 
The Boise Greenbelt runs along the Boise River and stretches for miles.  It...
Last edited: 25 July 2007
Museums & Attractions 
Table Rock, Boise Table Rock is interesting to look at and to look from.  This...
Last edited: 04 April 2007
Nightlife 
Boise was founded by hardworking pioneers and tireless prospectors, but that...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
The typical tourist attractions in Boise are sure to entertain whether you’re...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
The Performing Arts 
With tons of seasonal concerts and outdoor performances, numerous...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Shopping 
Idaho’s capital was born amidst the frenzy of the Gold Rush, and Boise...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Sports & Activities 
Much of Idaho’s landscape is dominated by the majestic Rocky Mountains, which...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Rafting Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park 
A lot of Idaho's rivers are popular for sports.  During the summer probably the...
Last edited: 08 April 2007
World Center For Birds of Prey 
Peregrinefund's World Center for Birds of Prey The Center has been in Boise for...
Last edited: 16 April 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Breakfast 
Raedean's Restaurant  (corner of Overland and Orchard) has a wonderful...
Last edited: 01 May 2007
Special Occasion Dining 
Bombay Grill is located in downtown Boise at 928 W Main street and offers a...
Last edited: 05 January 2007
Andrade Restaurante Mexicano 
Andrade's offers a welcomed change from the usual melted cheese and beans...
Last edited: 31 January 2007
Granny's Restaurant 
Hole-in-the-wall home cookin' restaurant.   No fancy-shmancy gorgonzola eggs...
Last edited: 13 February 2009
Kessler's Cafe 
Specializing in breakfast dishes and gourmet café they also offer an extensive...
Last edited: 19 June 2008
Yang Sheng Chinese Restaurant 
Yang Sheng Chinese Restaurant used to be owned by the same family that owns Yen...
Last edited: 19 March 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: 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...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
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