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Inside Background
Architecture 
DOWNTOWN BUFFALO is filled with unique and interesting architectural...
Last edited: November 30, 2006
History 
While the rest of Western New York was under British settlement, Buffalo’s Erie...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Tim Russert is a proud son of Buffalo and his book Big Russ and Me is a great...
Last edited: June 19, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Buffalo’s reputation for brutal winters is exaggerated—but not by much. Lake...
Last edited: December 10, 2006
Introduction 
Despite the name, you won't find any roaming herds here.  You will find a...
Last edited: December 06, 2005
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Buffalo is accessible by car, plane, or train. Drivers from the United States...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
Getting Around 
Buffalo is best seen by driving. The downtown area has plenty of one way...
Last edited: May 17, 2008
Public Transportation 
Buffalo’s public transportation system is run by the Niagara Frontier...
Last edited: June 09, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
A nice excursion from Buffalo is a trip to Ellicottville, New York.  It's about...
Last edited: February 11, 2008
Events & Festivals 
One of the best times to come to Buffalo is in the summer because that is when...
Last edited: January 15, 2008
Family Travel 
Traveling with the kids? Buffalo has plenty of attractions that are fun for the...
Last edited: September 06, 2007
Nightlife 
Buffalo parties into the wee hours, with last call at 4 a.m. Most of the action...
Last edited: March 02, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
One destination in Buffalo sometimes ignored by tourists is the Hertel Strip in...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
The Performing Arts 
Buffalo is home to a thriving performing arts scene. For starters, the Buffalo...
Last edited: June 08, 2006
Shopping 
The Elmwood Strip and Allentown district is a great place to shop at small...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Sports & Activities 
Finding a sporting event in Buffalo should be no problem, regardless of the...
Last edited: June 08, 2006
Buffalo City Hall 
Buffalo City Hall must be seen to be believed!  Construction of Buffalo City...
Last edited: August 04, 2008
Elmwood Strip 
Elmwood Avenue, part of the "Elmwood Village," is a great place for strolling...
Last edited: June 02, 2008
Elmwood Village 
Elmwood Avenue, part of the "Elmwood Village," is a great place for strolling...
Last edited: June 02, 2008
Erie Community College City Campus 
ECC City Campus is Buffalo's greatest example of adaptive reuse - a former post...
Last edited: June 19, 2007
Forest Lawn Cemetery 
Buffalo's Forest Lawn Cemetery dates back to 1849.  It is set on a beautiful...
Last edited: March 02, 2008
Guaranty / Prudential Building 
A masterpiece of American architecture, the  Guaranty Building was designed by...
Last edited: June 19, 2007
One M&T Plaza 
Completed in 1966, One M & T Plaza is the work of American architect Minoru...
Last edited: February 17, 2008
St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral 
St. Paul's Cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture in the...
Last edited: June 19, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Buffalo may be known for its snow, but its best kept secret is its fabulous...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
Breakfast 
Breakfast in Buffalo offers many options. If you would enjoy a light breakfast...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
Digiulio & Co 
This restaurant is tucked back off the street. Hard to find if you're not...
Last edited: February 20, 2008
Duff's Sheridan Patio 
Duff's Sheridan has been known for their chicken wings siince the early 70's...
Last edited: August 05, 2008
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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: September 21, 2008
Crossing the Border 
For most visitors, a passport and a visa are the two critical documents you...
Last edited: May 11, 2008
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
Important Phrases 
American jargon diverges from the rest of the world's -- most notably from...
Last edited: September 14, 2008
Telephones 
 The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as 555-555-1234...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Reminder and Warning:  This information is highly contested, confusing by...
Last edited: August 29, 2008
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
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
Things NOT To Forget: Tipping: restaurant and bar menus indicate prices without...
Last edited: September 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: August 18, 2008
Language and America 
  Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from the...
Last edited: October 05, 2008
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: August 28, 2008
Taxes 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Traveling by Car in the US 
The sheer size of the United States, coupled with the lack of one uniting rail...
Last edited: September 13, 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 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: August 14, 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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