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Inside Background
History 
The first people to inhabit the land that is now Peoria, Illinois were Native...
Last edited: August 20, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Located in the north central part of Illinois, Peoria sees a diverse...
Last edited: August 21, 2006
Architecture 
    The church "Christ Church of the Valley" was such a wonderful building to...
Last edited: June 01, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Peoria has a rich history of Native American civilizations, the Marquette and...
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Peoria is a popular weekend destination from Chicago and the drive is just...
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Getting Around 
Getting around Peoria is easy. If you arrive at the airport you will easily...
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
The Midwest is known for its festivals of good ol' fashioned fun, delicious...
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Family Travel 
Peoria is a family friendly destination that is easy to get around and thus...
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Museums & Attractions 
Peoria is full of attractions and museums that the whole family can enjoy as...
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Sports & Activities 
There are many great ways to get out and active in Peoria. The summer provides...
Last edited: August 21, 2006
The Performing Arts 
Peoria has several options for artisitic performances including the symphony...
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Inside Dining Scene
Lariat Steakhouse 
Lariat Steakhouse is one of the best places to eat in Peoria, IL.  Your steaks...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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...
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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...
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