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Buffalo (New York)

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Introduction

The second largest city in New York State, Buffalo has more to see and do than most people believe. The Queen city, Nickel City and the City of good neighors, Buffalo has a rich history and landmarks including Niagara Falls and the Erie Canal and is home to the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills.

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Sights and Activities

Per capita Buffalo has the highest number of theaters in New York, after NYC. Theaters include, Sheas, Alleway Theater, Irish Classical Theater, and Lancaster Opera House.
From August to December, one can go to Ralph Wilson Arena in nearby Orchard park to see the Bills play in the National Football League. NHL seasons generally start in September/October and run until April, with playoffs in May/June and one can see the Sabres play in HSBC Arena in the heart of Downtown Buffalo. Buffalo is also home to some Minor League Baseball action, where the Buffalo Bisons play at Dunn Tire Park, also in the Downtown Buffalo area. Buffalo is also home to a Lacrosse team
Darien Lake, a popular amusement park, is located about 40 minutes outside of Buffalo in Darien, New York. The park is host to many popular concerts and is open from May to October, when they host a 'Frightfest' Halloween promotion.

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Events and Festivals

Dyngus Day
Elmwood Art Festival
Thursday in the Sqaure
Tuesdays at the Gorge
Taste of Buffalo
Italian Festival
Polish Festival
Greek Heritage Festival
World's Largest Disco

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Weather

While Buffalo is known for her snowy winters, the summers are mild and sunny with temperatures ranging from around 20 °C to sometimes 35 °C. August and early September are generally warm and humid. The falls are usually crisp and clear with temperature between 5 and 15 °C. Winter's are generally cold and can be quite snowy. Proximity to Lake Erie can cause quite of bit of Lake Effect snow before the lake freezes.

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Getting There

By Plane

Buffalo is home to the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport (BUF). About 20 airlines serve the airport, but no international flights exist. The main destinations are Detroit, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, Philadelphia, Orlando, Phoenix, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Baltimore and Cleveland.

By Train

The Maple Leaf, operated by Amtrak, travels between New York and Toronto, stopping in Buffalo as well.

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Getting Around

By Car

Many international rental companies have a wide selection of rental cars and these include Hertz, Avis, Dollar, Thrifty, Enterprise, Budget and Alamo/National. Most companies will require you are at least 25 years of age, although younger people might be able to rent cars at slightly higher rates and with some insurance differences as well. A national driver's license is usually enough, but an additional international one is recommended. For more information about renting cheaper cars and campers, traffic rules and getting maps it is advised to check the USA Getting Around section.

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Sleep

Budget

Property	Address	Type	Popularity
Hostel Buffalo Niagara	667 Main Street	Hostel	83
Econolodge	48 Freeman Rd. Williamsville,	Hotel	77

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Learn

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Keep Connected

Phone

Post

The US Postal Service is very good and well priced mail system. There are post offices in every small and large town for sending packages internationally or domestically. If wanting to send a letter or postcard it is best just to leave it in a blue mail box with the proper postage. There are also private postal services like FedEx, UPS and DHL.

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