Jaime Cohen
Riding First Class on the Polar Express Train Ride in Medina, NY
Here's what to expect when you ride the Medina Polar Express Christmas train ride in first class!
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FUN, FAMILY ADVENTURES FROM BUFFALO, NY
Kid-friendly pre-made travel plans for busy parents! (FREE!)
Are you looking for an affordable, family vacation from Western New York (WNY/Buffalo)? Welcome to Fun, Family Adventures from Buffalo, NY! Planning small-scale vacations is my passion, and I love sharing the plans with other parents. I've done the work for you! Explore my trips from Western New York to family-friendly vacation spots. I've scouted out the driving time, the hotels, the restaurants, points of interest, admission prices, deals, and even great picnic areas at rest stops and playgrounds for kids to burn energy along the way! Check out the options tab to narrow down what type of vacation/stay-cation you'd like to take.
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Jaime Cohen
Rent a Rowboat or Pink Flamingo Paddle Boat and Enjoy Buffalo's Hoyt Lake and Delaware Park
How many times have you drove past this Hoyt lake and the Albright-Knox art gallery and haven't stopped to enjoy it? Well, now is the...
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Day Trip South to North Collins & Evangola State Park
If you're reading this and are in the craziness called "COVID-19" and want to get away from people for awhile, this is the trip! Pack a...
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Day Trip to Lockport, NY
If you've never taken a trip north to Lockport, it's definitely worth checking out! Pack a picnic, sneakers, sunscreen, bug spray (we...
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The Local Waterpark Guide
Our area is surrounded by quite a few indoor waterparks! Whether you want a short drive or a long one, there are plenty of options. ...
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Day Trip Idea - Holiday Valley in Summer & Fall? Absolutely!
Head to Ellicotville, NY for a fun day trip with a TON of exciting things to do! Since I am not a skier, I would have never even...
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Discover Lewiston, NY and Youngstown, NY for Summertime Art, History & Adventure!
Head north to Lewiston for a nice day trip! Discover Artpark, Jet Boat tours, and so much more! Artpark -- This a fun place to visit...
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Day Trip Idea - Go and see Greg Frewin's "Wild Magic!" in Niagara Falls, CA!
This is a hidden gem in Niagara Falls!! It's definitely a Las Vegas caliber production performed by a world class magician/illusionist. ...
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Parents of ASD, ADHD and Sensory kiddos, listen up! There are quite a few fun things in our area!
If you're a parent of a kiddo with some neurological needs, many traditional family go-to places are simply too overwhelming. Here are a...
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But it's COLD outside!!! Here are some fun, indoor stay-cation ideas! (My favorites)
February and April spring breaks in Buffalo can be brutal if the kids are trapped indoors the whole time. Here are some fun things to do...
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Season Passes to Local Attractions - Which ones are really worth it? Here are my favorites:
Buffalo Zoo -- The family membership is $118/year. If you have younger kids and live fairly close to the zoo, this is definitely worth...
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Make the most of a warm weather stay-cation while the kids are off school!
Buffalo summers are the BEST! Most parents take a few days off work to spend with their kids. But, how do you maximize the fun? Here...
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