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Inside Background
Culture 
Although many would expect Scranton to be strong in museums, monuments, and...
Last edited: September 07, 2006
History 
Scranton gets its name from the Scranton family, the first Americans to build...
Last edited: September 07, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The official website for the city of Scranton is an informative government...
Last edited: September 08, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Scranton is a city of all seasons, as its springs are relatively warm, hitting...
Last edited: September 18, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Whether looking for some context before a visit or a memento for afterwards, an...
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Arriving & Departing 
Travel to and from Scranton is an easy endeavor, as the area is home to the...
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Inside Things to Do
Sports & Activities 
Scranton outdoor sports are big, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall...
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Inside Dining Scene
Bonnie & Clydes 
A true hidden gem.  Engaging atmosphere and beautiful bar.  Drinks are fresh...
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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: July 27, 2008
Crossing the Border 
For most visitors, a passport and a visa are the two critical documents you...
Last edited: May 11, 2008
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
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Telephones 
 The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as 555-555-1234...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: August 29, 2008
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
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America 's Great Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
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Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
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Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
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Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
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Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations   United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
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Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
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Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
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Traveling by Car in the US 
The sheer size of the United States, coupled with the lack of one uniting rail...
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Traveling with Infants and Youngsters 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about little ones that may differ from...
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US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
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Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
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