The reopening of the U.S. Canada border for non-essential travel signals the return of one of the great reasons why Canadians travel south: to attend an American football game.
While we wait for our own Canadian football team to form, Canadian fans can continue to watch the Buffalo favourite at their upcoming home games onNovember 21, December 6orDecember 19! Canadian football fans are estimated to purchase10 to 20% of total football season tickets sold each year, making this return to cross-border excursions an important one for sports fans across Ontario.
To celebrate, we created the ultimate guide of where to dine, what to do and where to stay while youre hanging around the Buffalo area, featuring ideal hotel accommodations fromIHG Hotels Resorts.
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Where to Stay
It's no secret that football tailgating can get a little spirited. When in town for the game, it's important to have relaxing and comfortable accommodations. Only a 10-minute drive from the Highmark Stadium, theStaybridge Suites Buffalohas a complimentary breakfast thatll relieve hangovers, an indoor saltwater pool for a late-night dip and even on-site guest self-laundry facilities to get rid of those almost-guaranteed ketchup stains after the game!
If you're not planning a rowdy tailgating excursion and bringing kids instead, the Holiday Inn Express Suites Hamburg is the place to stay since kids eat free and it's just off I-90 so once youre in town, you're ready to relax.
Situated right in the heart of downtown, you can also stay at Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst to get the most out of Buffalo's nightlife. No worries if you're bringing furry friends to the tailgate too, this hotel is pet-friendly!
End the weekend on a high note even if the game didnt go so well and take a rest at Niagara Falls.Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Fallsview is a classic and elegant hotel with world-class amenities including the Christienne Fallsview Spa, rated #1 spa in Ontario on TripAdvisor. Top off a rowdy weekend of tailgating with the ultimate luxury and comfort.
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What to Do
Hang at Buffalo's infamousSoho Bar for a night that will make the months of waiting worth it, especially with great deals like 2-for-1 Drinks and Cocktails on Fridays!
Appreciate the beauty of upper New York and explore the Buffalo Waterfront! Whether you're travelling with family or friends no one will want to miss out on Buffalo Bike Tours, Ice Bumper Cars or Curling at Canalside.
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Where to Dine
As much as hotdogs and beer are must-haves for a football game, you may want to get a taste of New York while youre there. Rated the #1 restaurant in Buffalo on TripAdvisor for four years straight,Mulberry Italian Ristoranteis a necessity for any Buffalo visitor. Coupled with the slogan "Looks like the Bronx, tastes like Manhattan, Mulberry Italian Ristorante boasts an authentic Italian cuisine at reasonable prices.
The Venn diagram of wings fans and footballs fans is probably a circle. While youre down south, visitAnchor Bar, the home of the original Buffalo sauce recipe and give your tastebuds the privilege of the most authentic Buffalo wings on earth.
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Raj Bhatt
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