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Inside Background
Architecture 
Historic Atlanta Architecture  Atlanta's architectural history is a relatively...
Last edited: 30 January 2009
Culture 
While Atlanta is very much in the South, it's debatable whether it's really...
Last edited: 04 March 2008
Health & Safety 
  Atlanta is a large metropolitan area, and as such, one should take the normal...
Last edited: 30 July 2009
History 
 Civil War Buffs, Beware . . . . Although Sherman's March to the Sea, the...
Last edited: 13 July 2006
Neighborhoods 
Atlanta has a variety of interesting neighborhoods.  For a detailed exploration...
Last edited: 05 September 2007
Recommended Reading 
Fiction Gone with the Wind, Margaret Mitchell Scarlett, Alexandria Ripley...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau Suite 100, 233 Peachtree Street NE Tel...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Weather & When to Go 
The best time of year to visit this fair city is the fall --- middle of...
Last edited: 25 February 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arriving/Departing Hartsfield Jackson International Airport ( ATL ) This...
Last edited: 27 January 2009
Getting Around 
Most Atlantans wouldn't dream of depending exclusi... public transportation to...
Last edited: 23 April 2009
Public Transportation 
For information on the Atlanta public transportation system, visit the...
Last edited: 21 September 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
There are many cab and rental car companies in Atlanta to choose from: Ace Cab...
Last edited: 11 June 2008
Customs & Immigration 
Getting through customs & immigration is a tedious process, but should not...
Last edited: 31 October 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site   300 North Bond Street  Plains Georgia...
Last edited: 16 December 2006
Events & Festivals 
What's On in Atlanta Georgia   The 36th Annual Inman Park Spring Festival and...
Last edited: 24 April 2007
Family Travel 
ZOO ATLANTA Kids are fascinated by pandas.  Americans are limited in...
Last edited: 07 May 2007
First-time Visitors 
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library &  Museum   441 Freedom Parkway Atlanta...
Last edited: 16 December 2006
Museums & Attractions 
Here are a few links to some major attractions in and around Atlanta. Atlanta...
Last edited: 25 January 2008
Nightlife 
Atlanta has a couple of nightlife areas, each with its own feel.  Choose an...
Last edited: 01 July 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
The Flying Biscuit is simply the best little eatery in the city.  As the name...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
Shopping 
Y-3 - only North American store for the Adidas Yamamoto combo Lui-B - Italian...
Last edited: 29 April 2006
Sports & Activities 
Indoor rock climbing is fun for the whole family. Anyone from age 5 and up will...
Last edited: 22 September 2009
Antiques 
Atlanta is home to a variety of antique stores, from refined showrooms to...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Athletic Clubs 
Peachtree Center Athletic Club  Peachtree Center Athletic Club is probably one...
Last edited: 15 November 2006
Atlanta on a Budget 
Atlanta has a lot of free or inexpensive activities to make your experience...
Last edited: 29 June 2006
BAPS Hindu Temple at Norcross 
Visit to this temple is worth the visit. It is new world marvel of...
Last edited: 02 August 2008
Georgia Shakespeare 
Georiga Shakespeare is one of Atlanta's most prized theater companies.  Each...
Last edited: 08 May 2006
Layover at ATL 
One of the most common questions on the Atlanta forum on TA is "What should I...
Last edited: 18 October 2008
Alan Avary Art Company 
Trinity Gallery changed names to ALAN AVERY ART COMPANY.  Alan Avery was one of...
Last edited: 09 October 2009
Ansley Park 
The trees and parks surrounding the beautiful homes make Ansley Park so very...
Last edited: 04 July 2006
Atlanta Preservation Center Guided Walking Tours 
The Atlanta Preservation Center offers 8 different guided walking tours in...
Last edited: 30 June 2006
Blake's on the Park 
Blakes on the Park has 7 drag shows a week and is the most popular gay...
Last edited: 30 March 2007
Georgia Aquarium 
The Georgia Aquarium is the largest in the world with over 8 million gallons of...
Last edited: 31 August 2008
NEW World of Coca-Cola 
When the original WOC opened in 1990 it was never intended to be a profit...
Last edited: 25 September 2007
Rhodes Memorial Hall 
Rhodes Hall was constructed in 1904 for Atlanta businessman A.G. Rhodes. Today...
Last edited: 15 May 2007
SweetWater Brewery 
When visiting Atlanta, one should definately take time to visit SweetWater...
Last edited: 02 November 2009
Underground Atlanta 
Visitors considering including Underground Atlanta in their Atlanta itinerary...
Last edited: 07 August 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Atlanta is known for its eclectic dining options.  From a can't be beat burger...
Last edited: 27 April 2007
Cheap Eats 
One great part of being in Atlanta is that you don’t have to break the bank to...
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Dining Scene 
Atlantans eat out a lot -- Zagat's 2007 Restaurant Survey put Atlanta at...
Last edited: 13 July 2007
Late-night Dining 
Got ya' scattered smothered AND covered Waffle House A huge chain in metro...
Last edited: 30 November 2007
People-watching 
Midtown - without a doubt is the best scene for watching the world go by. With...
Last edited: 05 September 2007
Special Occasion Dining 
As a native to Atlanta the choices for fine dining or that "special date night...
Last edited: 18 July 2008
Barbecue 
Here is a brief list of BBQ joints in the Atlanta area: Armstrong's BBQ...
Last edited: 06 July 2009
Buford Highway Restaurants 
Buford Highway is Atlanta's international corridor, about 15 minutes from...
Last edited: 13 November 2008
Margaritas 
Chiloe, at1950 Howell Mill Road in Atlanta has really good margaritas and a...
Last edited: 06 June 2008
Midtown 
Midtown Atlanta offers many diverse eating options - there's something for...
Last edited: 01 July 2008
Calavino's Soul Kitchen 
Open: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Sunday: 11:00...
Last edited: 29 May 2009
Frogs Cantina 
The best fish tacos and Fried chicken tacos in Georgia...well maybe the country...
Last edited: 07 January 2007
Gato Bizco Cafe 
The Gato Bizco is a fantastic breakfast/mexican restaurant.  The food is...
Last edited: 07 August 2006
Hand in Hand 
Hand in Hand is an English style pub in the heart of the Virginia Highlands...
Last edited: 30 May 2009
Krog Bar 
Krog Bar is located outside of Rathbun's in Inman Park.  Krog Bar is open...
Last edited: 19 September 2006
PAPIS 
Papi's offers quick, efficient service in a relaxing atmosphere. Food is...
Last edited: 01 October 2008
Phuket Thai Restaurant 
This is a great little restaurant with genuine Thai hospitality.  The food is...
Last edited: 15 November 2007
Pittypat's Porch 
Since opening in 1967 Pittypat's Porch has delighted guests with it's one-of-a...
Last edited: 02 July 2009
Taverna Fiorentina 
  This trattoria is straight out of a street in Florence, Italy.  Even the...
Last edited: 17 September 2009
The Colonnade 
This Atlanta institution is tucked away near a motor lodge along a seedy...
Last edited: 21 October 2006
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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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