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Inside Background
Culture 
Raleigh, which is the capital of North Carolina, is a city dedicated to...
Last edited: 06 July 2009
Health & Safety 
In general, Raleigh is a safe city. Of course, there are areas to avoid and...
Last edited: 03 June 2009
History 
The history of Raleigh and North Carolina may date back to ancient times, but...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Recommended Reading 
Anyone visiting the Raleigh , North Carolina area will need a map of the area...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The Greater Raleigh Convention & Visitor’s Bureau is an organization...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most people coming to Raleigh probably drive, but Raleigh Durham International...
Last edited: 14 November 2006
Getting Around 
Raleigh is home to one of America ’s favorite’s airports. It’s called the...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
Public Transportation 
For public transit in Raleigh use the CAT bus system- it will get you to all...
Last edited: 23 July 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Raleigh is a great city for traveling with a family. There are many attractions...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
First-time Visitors 
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is busting at the seams with activity...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
Nightlife 
Raleigh is a city with a hopping nightlife. There are plenty of activities for...
Last edited: 19 March 2009
The Performing Arts 
The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts is home to Meymandi Concert...
Last edited: 02 March 2006
Shopping 
There are two major malls in Raleigh: Crabtree Valley and Triangle Town Center...
Last edited: 19 November 2008
Sports & Activities 
Umstead Park in North Raleigh is a great place for hiking, jogging, mountain...
Last edited: 28 April 2006
Raleigh/Durham Gardens 
The best rose gardens in the triangle area are Raleigh Little Theatre's rose...
Last edited: 07 October 2009
Bennett House 
Bennett Place is a small state historic site located in the suburbs of North...
Last edited: 27 December 2009
Burning Coal Theatre 
Burning Coal Theatre Company's Meymandi Theatre at the Murphey School offers an...
Last edited: 18 June 2009
City Market 
The quaint shopping area called City Market was built in 1915 and is only three...
Last edited: 19 March 2009
Frankie's Fun Park 
Frankie's Fun Park is an amusement park for all ages. It has two go cart...
Last edited: 07 October 2009
Stagville Plantation 
Historic Stagville Plantation offers a glimpse into life in the old South.
Last edited: 07 September 2008
State Capitol 
One of the claims to fame of the North Carolina State Capital Building is that...
Last edited: 11 December 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Regarding an overall dining guide for Raleigh there are a lot of different...
Last edited: 25 March 2008
Flemings Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar 
Stylish, contemporary dining is the hallmark of Fleming's.  The menu features...
Last edited: 10 February 2009
Hayes Barton Cafe and Dessertery 
This is a great place to visit if you want to know where the Raleigh locals go...
Last edited: 14 December 2006
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts 
If you have only had these donuts in a box, you have to go to the Peace...
Last edited: 07 January 2008
Savoy 
SAVOY is located at Greystone Village in North Raleigh and features modern...
Last edited: 09 February 2009
Trali Irish Pub & Restaurant 
Indulge in the rustic pub food expertly prepared by our Irish Chef. The only...
Last edited: 16 June 2009
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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: 30 December 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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