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Inside Background
Culture 
The city of Gloucester has a long maritime tradition; over 10,000 men have died...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
History 
Gloucester prides itself on being the oldest fishing port in the country...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
Recommended Reading 
Rudyard Kipling’s famous novel, Captains Courageous, was based in Gloucester...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Boston’s Logan International Airport is conveniently located 35mi (55km) to the...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
Getting Around 
Having a car is a good idea on Cape Ann, as there are many scenic beaches and...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
Public Transportation 
Public transport on Cape Ann is not very good. While the MBTA usually makes it...
Last edited: 06 June 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
During the summer months, there are frequently performances at Harbor Loop (as...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
Museums & Attractions 
The Maritime Heritage Center celebrates the seaport culture of Gloucester with...
Last edited: 25 October 2007
The Performing Arts 
For such a small city, Gloucester has a very respectable number of...
Last edited: 01 June 2007
Shopping 
Gloucester's shopping scene is a local affair, and the locals are proud of it...
Last edited: 01 June 2007
Sports & Activities 
Take advantage of Gloucester’s seaport status and explore the New England...
Last edited: 21 July 2006
Things to do on Cape Ann 
Window shop for paintings and eat ice cream while strolling Bearskin Neck in...
Last edited: 21 June 2006
Fishermen's Memorial Monument 
Built in 1925 and dedicated to they that go down to the sea in ships, the...
Last edited: 30 October 2009
Good Harbor Beach 
Good Harbor Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the north shore and...
Last edited: 27 June 2006
Hammond Castle 
Hammond castle was built by John Hays Hammond Jr. inventor of the remote...
Last edited: 02 May 2006
Rocky Neck Art Colony 
Rocky Neck Art colony is a charming artists colony located in Gloucester, MA...
Last edited: 31 January 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Special Occasion Dining 
One of the best restaurant in Gloucester is Duckworth in East Gloucester...
Last edited: 28 November 2007
Local hot spot - outdoor patio 
The Dog Bar is a nestled away locals place on Main Street not to be missed...
Last edited: 20 May 2008
Duckworth's Bistrot 
 Extensive menu featuring regular dishes and a regular, rotating seasonal...
Last edited: 01 June 2008
Manor Steakhouse 
Elegant, leisurely dining in a Victorian mansion, serving steakhouse classics...
Last edited: 06 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...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
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