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Inside Background
Architecture 
Historic Atlanta Architecture  Atlanta's architectural history is a relatively...
Last edited: June 26, 2008
Culture 
While Atlanta is very much in the South, it's debatable whether it's really...
Last edited: March 04, 2008
Health & Safety 
  Atlanta is a large metropolitan area, and as such, one should take the normal...
Last edited: June 23, 2006
History 
 Civil War Buffs, Beware . . . . Although Sherman's March to the Sea, the...
Last edited: July 13, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Atlanta has a variety of interesting neighborhoods.  For a detailed exploration...
Last edited: September 05, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Fiction Gone with the Wind, Margaret Mitchell Scarlett, Alexandria Ripley...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau Suite 100, 233 Peachtree Street NE Tel...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
The best time of year to visit this fair city is the fall --- middle of...
Last edited: February 25, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arriving/Departing Hartsfield Jackson International Airport ( ATL ) This...
Last edited: December 17, 2006
Getting Around 
Unfortunately for most tourists, Atlanta's subway stations (MARTA, which locals...
Last edited: March 18, 2008
Public Transportation 
For information on the Atlanta public transportation system, visit the...
Last edited: June 02, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
There are many cab and rental car companies in Atlanta to choose from: Ace Cab...
Last edited: June 11, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site   300 North Bond Street  Plains Georgia...
Last edited: December 16, 2006
Events & Festivals 
What's On in Atlanta Georgia   The 36th Annual Inman Park Spring Festival and...
Last edited: April 24, 2007
Family Travel 
ZOO ATLANTA Kids are fascinated by pandas.  Americans are limited in...
Last edited: May 07, 2007
First-time Visitors 
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library &  Museum   441 Freedom Parkway Atlanta...
Last edited: December 16, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
Here are a few links to some major attractions in and around Atlanta. Atlanta...
Last edited: January 25, 2008
Nightlife 
Atlanta has a couple of nightlife areas, each with its own feel.  Choose an...
Last edited: July 01, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
The Flying Biscuit is simply the best little eatery in the city.  As the name...
Last edited: June 29, 2006
Shopping 
Y-3 - only North American store for the Adidas Yamamoto combo Lui-B - Italian...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Antiques 
Atlanta is home to a variety of antique stores, from refined showrooms to...
Last edited: June 07, 2006
Athletic Clubs 
Peachtree Center Athletic Club  Peachtree Center Athletic Club is probably one...
Last edited: November 15, 2006
Atlanta on a Budget 
Atlanta has a lot of free or inexpensive activities to make your experience...
Last edited: June 29, 2006
BAPS Hindu Temple at Narcross 
Visit to this temple is worth the visit. It is new world marvel of...
Last edited: July 07, 2008
Georgia Shakespeare 
Georiga Shakespeare is one of Atlanta's most prized theater companies.  Each...
Last edited: May 08, 2006
Ansley Park 
The trees and parks surrounding the beautiful homes make Ansley Park so very...
Last edited: July 04, 2006
Atlanta Preservation Center Guided Walking Tours 
The Atlanta Preservation Center offers 8 different guided walking tours in...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
Blake's on the Park 
Blakes on the Park has 7 drag shows a week and is the most popular gay...
Last edited: March 30, 2007
Georgia Aquarium 
If you do not visit in the morning, expect substantial amount of visitors which...
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NEW World of Coca-Cola 
When the original WOC opened in 1990 it was never intended to be a profit...
Last edited: September 25, 2007
Rhodes Memorial Hall 
Rhodes Hall was constructed in 1904 for Atlanta businessman A.G. Rhodes. Today...
Last edited: May 15, 2007
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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: April 27, 2007
Cheap Eats 
Frank's Famous Family Restaurant in Palmetto You will find Frank's just off the...
Last edited: March 19, 2007
Dining Scene 
Atlantans eat out a lot -- Zagat's 2007 Restaurant Survey put Atlanta at...
Last edited: July 13, 2007
Late-night Dining 
Got ya' scattered smothered AND covered Waffle House A huge chain in metro...
Last edited: November 30, 2007
People-watching 
Midtown - without a doubt is the best scene for watching the world go by. With...
Last edited: September 05, 2007
Special Occasion Dining 
As a native to Atlanta the choices for fine dining or that "special date night...
Last edited: July 18, 2008
Barbecue 
Here is a brief list of BBQ joints in the Atlanta area: Armstrong's BBQ...
Last edited: August 05, 2006
Buford Highway Restaurants 
Buford Highway is Atlanta's international corridor, about 15 minutes from...
Last edited: June 26, 2006
Margaritas 
Chiloe, at1950 Howell Mill Road in Atlanta has really good margaritas and a...
Last edited: June 06, 2008
Midtown 
Midtown Atlanta offers many diverse eating options - there's something for...
Last edited: July 01, 2008
Frogs Cantina 
The best fish tacos and Fried chicken tacos in Georgia...well maybe the country...
Last edited: January 07, 2007
Gato Bizco Cafe 
The Gato Bizco is a fantastic breakfast/mexican restaurant.  The food is...
Last edited: August 07, 2006
Krog Bar 
Krog Bar is located outside of Rathbun's in Inman Park.  Krog Bar is open...
Last edited: September 19, 2006
Papi's 
  Papi's Cuban & Caribbean Grill was named one of the "TOP TEN VALUE RESTS...
Last edited: March 31, 2008
Phuket Thai Restaurant 
This is a great little restaurant with genuine Thai hospitality.  The food is...
Last edited: November 15, 2007
The Colonnade 
This Atlanta institution is tucked away near a motor lodge along a seedy...
Last edited: October 21, 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: May 12, 2008
Crossing the Border 
For most visitors, a passport and a visa are the two critical documents you...
Last edited: May 11, 2008
Emergencies 
Call 911 for all emergencies, police, fire, and medical. There are still some...
Last edited: April 15, 2008
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Telephones 
 The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as 555-555-1234...
Last edited: December 18, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: April 15, 2008
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: July 23, 2008
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 30, 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: June 20, 2007
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations   United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: June 03, 2008
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: July 16, 2008
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Traveling and Driving in the U.S. 
The image of the American car on a lone road is semi-iconic: names like Ford...
Last edited: June 23, 2008
Traveling with Infants and Youngsters 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about little ones that may differ from...
Last edited: March 15, 2007
US Customs 
Unlike most countries around the World, the USA requires all air passengers to...
Last edited: May 23, 2008
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: May 10, 2007
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