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Inside Background
Architecture 
Frank Lloyd Wright moved here in his old age and founded Taliesin West, his...
Last edited: July 04, 2008
Health & Safety 
Scottsdale is generally safe and has low crime rates.  Common sense precautions...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
History 
Scottsdale began as a home for the Hokoham, indigenous people who built...
Last edited: July 04, 2006
Recommended Reading 
If you want to understand the history of Scottsdale before you visit, check out...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau operates www.scottsdalecvb... and...
Last edited: October 25, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Do you like hot weather? That would be a good thing, if you’re headed to...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Interactive Tourism 
The Scottdale Convention and Visitors Bureau offers several unique ways to...
Last edited: October 25, 2006
Introduction 
Scottsdale is part of the larger Phoenix metro area, and many places that...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Trivia & Fun Facts 
The Sonoran Desert is the hottest desert in North America. It is 120,000 square...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Like its neighboring city of Phoenix, Scottsdale is served by Sky Harbor...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Public Transportation 
There is an extensive Valley Metro Bus system serving all parts of the Phoenix...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
With everything there is to see and do in Scottsdale, your most difficult...
Last edited: January 08, 2007
Events & Festivals 
Complete Scottsdale Calendar of Events Scottsdale ArtWalk - Thursday evenings...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
Family Travel 
Certainly you don’t need to look hard for fun family activities in Scottsdale...
Last edited: June 22, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
You’ll find hundreds of outstanding opportunities to explore the arts in...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
Nightlife 
When the sun sets, Scottsdale’s club scene starts heating up. As the moon...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
Taliesin West- See Frank Lloyd Wright’s genius first hand.  This was Wright’s...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
The Performing Arts 
The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (site located here) offers music...
Last edited: April 28, 2006
Shopping 
Shoppers will enjoy the clusters of shops in different spots around town...
Last edited: February 01, 2007
Sports & Activities 
Golfers will be in paradise in Scottsdale.  With over 50 courses, you'll find a...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
Blue Wasabi 
Blue Wasabi is a great and friendly sushi bar where the wasabi is actually a...
Last edited: February 23, 2006
Culture Quest 
Whether you're a seasoned collector, an art enthusiast or someone new to the...
Last edited: July 18, 2006
The Comedy Spot Comedy Club 
The club is very popular with the college crowd, based on  visit. Non-smoking...
Last edited: February 26, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Scottsdale has delicious Tex-Mex food and almost every local bar serves...
Last edited: April 28, 2006
Family-friendly Dining 
Scottsdale is home to more than 600 restaurants, so no matter how finicky your...
Last edited: December 14, 2007
Outdoor Dining 
If you're looking to take in great scenery over dinner and drinks, try the El...
Last edited: June 23, 2006
People-watching 
Scottsdale is always a fun place to people watch. From the "$30,000...
Last edited: August 10, 2006
Atlas Bistro 
This concept of byob is great for the valley.  Ever wanted to drink your prized...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Butterfields Pancake House 
This new restaurant which has opened in Scottsdale at Shea Blvd. and Scottsdale...
Last edited: September 25, 2006
Chompies 
There is a bit of NYC in Scottsdale, Arizona at Chompie's Delicatessen.  This...
Last edited: February 26, 2008
Crepes & Bakes 
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Last edited: June 25, 2006
Thai Pan 
The correct web address for ThaiPan is ThaiPan.com not ThaiPan.net The prices...
Last edited: October 11, 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: May 07, 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: June 02, 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: February 14, 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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