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Inside Background
Architecture 
Long Beach is an interesting area architecturally.  Long Beach is a place where...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Culture 
The culture of the Long Beach area is one which is very interesting.  It is...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Health & Safety 
Visitors interested in spending time in Long Beach should be aware of same...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Neighborhoods 
One of the negative things which Long Beach has been known for is the...
Last edited: August 12, 2009
Recommended Reading 
Reading about Long Beach is an excellent way for visitors to get a better idea...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Travelers often obtain the best information about an area by visiting the local...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Southern California in general, and Long Beach in particular, is a vacation...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Introduction 
For some, a tour of the Queen Mary, docked here since its retirement in 1967...
Last edited: December 06, 2005
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By plane:  There are two airports which are used equally by visitors interested...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Getting Around 
Despite the very true rumors that navigating the roads of Southern California...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Public Transportation 
Long beach has their own public transit system  they operated as north as...
Last edited: April 30, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Most Long Beach visitors who fly in to the area opt to rent a car at the...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
While not strictly a 'day trip' since Belmont Shore is actually just a nickname...
Last edited: January 01, 2008
First-time Visitors 
Long Beach is one of the busiest port cities in America. Cruise ships depart...
Last edited: October 15, 2008
Nightlife 
Long Beach sometimes gets overshadowed by Los Angeles, with its bustling...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
The Performing Arts 
There is a vast Performing Arts scene in Long Beach. And, it exists all over...
Last edited: October 24, 2006
Sports & Activities 
Southern California is generally known for being something of a lazy place...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Day Trip - Another Kind of Beach 
Having lived in south Los Angeles County over 55 years there has always been a...
Last edited: January 21, 2008
Whale Watching Year Round 
If you are looking for whale watching in and around Long Beach you should...
Last edited: August 19, 2009
Museum of Latin American Art 
The Museum of Latin American Art's flavor is unlike the traditional...
Last edited: February 18, 2009
Rancho Los Cerritos 
The Rancho Los Cerritos is a historic site owned by the City of Long Beach.  It...
Last edited: April 14, 2009
The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall 
I have taken my family and friends to the All American Melodrama Theater...
Last edited: November 08, 2009
The SkinSpa Institute 
The SkinSpa Institute is a clean, relaxing and beautiful place to get pampered...
Last edited: August 03, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Enjoying the warm California sun of Long Beach sounds relaxing, but those...
Last edited: June 21, 2006
Dining with a View 
  Long Beach - Dining with A View The Sky Room is one of the best restauarants...
Last edited: March 18, 2008
Cisco Burger 
West Coast Choppers’ Jesse James decided to fulfill one of his longtime dreams...
Last edited: April 21, 2008
Deli News 
Deli News has great price and menu. For a simple lunch or dinner, the average...
Last edited: August 26, 2007
George's Greek Deli 
George's Greek Deli, located on Pine Avenue between 3rd and 4th Street in the...
Last edited: January 01, 2008
Schooner or Later 
Just perfect for a nice relaxing brunch , the price is just right and the food...
Last edited: March 09, 2008
The Sky Room - Breakers Hotel 
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of dining, dancing, and romancing at The Sky...
Last edited: April 21, 2009
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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: March 06, 2009
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: July 31, 2009
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: May 26, 2009
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: July 22, 2009
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: August 08, 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: March 07, 2009
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
America 's Outdoors 
 As I was walking , That ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless skyway...
Last edited: October 24, 2008
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: April 27, 2009
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: December 06, 2008
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: August 25, 2009
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: August 19, 2009
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 23, 2009
Traveling by Car in the US 
Most first-time visitors to the United States will go to typical tourist areas...
Last edited: July 20, 2009
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: April 04, 2009
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
Where to eat with kids. 
If you have young children and want to eat in a relaxed atmosphere there's...
Last edited: May 13, 2009
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