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Inside Background
Architecture 
There are plenty of places to look near Providence for art and architecture...
Last edited: 20 September 2006
Culture 
If you're looking for culture in Rhode Island, Providence is the perfect place...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
History 
Providence was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, making it one of the oldest...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Neighborhoods 
Providence is a small city, but has many interesting neighborhoods. Downtown...
Last edited: 05 June 2008
Tourist Board Info 
If you're interested in visiting Providence, whether it is for the first time...
Last edited: 08 June 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Providence is not a city well known for its weather. While some communities...
Last edited: 18 July 2007
Introduction 
Years of careful urban planning and meticulous restoration have rendered this...
Last edited: 06 December 2005
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Providence is located conveniently in between Boston and New York, with many...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Getting Around 
Once you are in Providence there are many options on how to get around. Keeping...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Public Transportation 
Providence is connected to the rest of the East Coast via Amtrak and Bonanza...
Last edited: 25 July 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Because Providence is a city, having a rental car isn't necessarily a must...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
While Providence isn't known as a hot spot for family vacations, like Orlando...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Nightlife 
Providence is known throughout the region for its variety of things to do after...
Last edited: 25 July 2009
The Performing Arts 
Providence, just like any other city, has a unique performing arts and theatre...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Shopping 
The main attraction that sticks out in people's minds when they think of...
Last edited: 25 July 2009
Sports & Activities 
Many in the New England region consider Providence like a baby brother to...
Last edited: 07 June 2006
Downcity Neighborhood 
    Downcity Providence is a great place for entertainment, dining out, and...
Last edited: 28 October 2009
Roger Williams Park Zoo 
The Rogers Williams Zoo  is the best zoo in New England by far. The zoo was...
Last edited: 25 June 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
After wandering around Providence all day you'll get hungry and want a good...
Last edited: 28 September 2007
Breakfast 
Providence is an absolute haven for breakfast food.  One place to try is Olga's...
Last edited: 31 October 2006
Cheap Eats 
 Wickendon St is the place to go on the East Side of Providence for Cheap...
Last edited: 24 October 2006
Late-night Dining 
Extreme Pizza and Wings is on Thayer St. It's very cheap; two generous pepperoni
Last edited: 14 July 2009
Ebisu 
A delightful restaurant off Pontiac Avenue in Providence offering relaxing...
Last edited: 01 February 2009
Andino's 
On Federal Hill in Providence, Andino's is the favorite spot.  Andino's has an...
Last edited: 27 July 2008
Chez Ben / Fahrenheit 
Innovative French Cuisine . Live Music . Fine Art . Chez Ben 345 South Water...
Last edited: 14 April 2008
Geppetto S Grilled Pizzeria 
At the end of DiPasquale Square, Geppetto's Pizzeria specializes in grilled...
Last edited: 23 February 2009
Johnny's Seafood & Pizza 
This is now Doyle Ave Pizzera, as found on doyleavepizzera.c... Johnny's is...
Last edited: 24 December 2008
Louis Restaurant 
Wonderful little cozy restaurant. Very peculiar and nice owners and help. Fresh...
Last edited: 15 March 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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