Top Options for Affordable Wintertime Fun in Western New YorkWhen it comes to making the most of opportunities for wintertime fun, Buffalo, NY, is tough to beat. Whether you're into sledding, skiing, ice skating or just taking in the natural beauty of the region while it's blanketed in snow, kissed by ice and graced with clear, blue, sunny skies much of the time, you'll never lack for options. Learn about some of the best winter activities in Buffalo to ensure that you squeeze as much fun ...
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BUF to LAX, Ellicott Hospitality Style!
Buffalo received interesting and exciting news this week when it was announced that starting this summer, the Buffalo/Niagara International Airport will offer direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles. JetBlue will begin doing one daily round-trip flight starting June 16, 2016. While some observers view the new option as strange, the addition of this direct flight is some of the biggest airline news in quite some time for Buffalo.JetBlue has stated that it is important that they get enough ...
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Valentine’s Day the Ellicott Hospitality Way
Every February 14th, love is in the air for the 54.9% of U.S. adults that are estimated to partake in Valentine’s Day festivities. Some may believe that V-Day spending is overrated, but statistics show the majority of Americans shell out to show their loved ones they care (for at least one day of the year). In fact, the average amount spent per person for Valentine’s Day 2015 was $142.31.The majority of Valentine’s Day spending was divided between jewelry, evenings out, flowers, clothing, ...
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Fun Activities While Waiting for Winter to Thaw
Be our guest in Nickel City this winter for a fun, action-packed getaway.Buffalo is a year-round city that never lets the long winter shut it down. Buffalo’s open-air activities are beyond compare while a full slate of indoor arts and performance events make your stay extra-special.Get Your Skates OnGo Dutch this winter in Buffalo by touring the frozen canals on a pair of ice skates. The Ice at Canalside offers daily skating along the city’s picturesque waterfront. Ice bike rentals ...
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How to Convince Your Out of Town Relatives to Visit Buffalo (Despite the Cold)
Buffalo is boring. Why would anyone decide to vacation in Buffalo? There is nothing to do here!Perhaps you’ve heard someone say something along these lines at some point. That Buffalo isn’t the best place for outsiders to come visit. That there isn’t much to do here so what is the point of visiting? If you live in Buffalo and gripe about how bland the city is, you might take it for granted. If you’re not from Buffalo and would never come visit, you definitely shouldn't judge Buffalo's book ...
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Winter Fun at the Wingate
Winter weather is upon us! Cold temperatures and snow-cloudy forecasts could be reason to stay in and steer clear of any outdoor activities, consider looking at this weather as an opportunity to get snowed in the village of Ellicottville at the Wingate.Ellicottville is the perfect getaway no matter the weather. Known as the “Aspen of the East,” it is easily imaginable just how fantastic Ellicottville is during the winter months. With two ski resorts right outside the village, winter ...
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Ellicott Hospitality’s Winter Weather Guide
So far, Buffalo winter has been fairly mild (knock on wood). We have actually been so lucky that Buffalo was able to break 116 year old record of not having any measurable snowfall on or before December 3. Whether you are the type of person who is eagerly awaiting snow or the type of person who is anxiously anticipating it, your best bet is to enter this winter season prepared for the worst. Past winters have proven that Buffalonians can never be too prepared for inclement weather.Different ...
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