How to Get to Glen Falls Near Buffalo, New York
When you think of waterfalls near Buffalo, it’s likely that Niagara Falls springs immediately to mind. However, if you are looking for a much more peaceful spot, don’t miss the …
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Hotel Henry Review: Spending the Night in a Historic Asylum in Buffalo
Throughout New York, there are many unique and historic hotels. However, few have the history and quality of the Hotel Henry in Buffalo. (Check current prices here) Known officially as …
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Overlooking Buffalo from the Buffalo City Hall Observation Deck
One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to get above it all at an observation deck. So, when I visited Buffalo for the first time, …
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Exploring 300 Years of History at Old Fort Niagara
New York is filled with many historic forts and battlefields, but few, if any, have as long a history as the amazing Old Fort Niagara. Old Fort Niagara State Historic …
Trying Beef on Weck at Schwabl’s in Buffalo
While Buffalo wings get all the attention, there’s another Buffalo-area creation that’s just as delectable and even more historic: beef on weck. Beef on Weck is the more commonly used …
Visiting the Jell-O Museum in the Birthplace of this Tasty Treat
Without a doubt, there are few more classic American desserts than Jell-O. While gelatin desserts were patented in 1845, Jell-O wasn’t produced until the mid-1890s when it was invented by …
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How to Get to Holley Canal Falls in Orleans County, NY
Holley Canal Falls in northwestern New York is one of the most unique and historic waterfalls in the state. This waterfall is actually part of the Erie Canal system that …
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Taking a Historic Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruise in Niagara County
The Erie Canal cuts its way across New York from the Hudson River to Lake Erie, and there are many fascinating places to visit along it, including the Erie Canal …
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Eating at Buffalo’s Anchor Bar: Home of the Original Buffalo Wings
Throughout the United States, there are foods so synonymous with a city that they are known by its name: Philly cheesesteaks, Chicago-style pizza, and Memphis barbeque to name three. Buffalo …
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The Buffalo Zoo: Exploring the United State’s 3rd Oldest Zoo
Western New York is filled with many great attractions, but you might be surprised to learn that the Buffalo Zoo is one of the region’s most visited attractions and is …
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