Could Upstate New York Become the Next Big Cruise Destination?

Top New York leaders hope to create a new cruise terminal in Upstate New York.

This is huge news for anyone who loves going on a cruise. In my opinion, a cruise vacation is the best vacation.

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People love cruises for their ease of travel, the ability to visit multiple destinations without unpacking, and the variety of onboard amenities and activities.

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I've been on around 20 cruises. With the food, beautiful destinations, comedy shows, broadway-style shows, music, drinks, games, and people, I feel a cruise vacation is so many vacations rolled into one.

Cruising out of New York or New Jersey is an added convenience cause you don't need to fly to get on the ship.

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One thing I should note is because you're having so much fun, cruises are exhausting! Getting off the ship knowing you don't have a long travel day at the airport is an incredible feeling.

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That's why I'm excited that Gov. Kathy Hochul just announced New York State is moving forward with plans to bring Great Lakes cruises to Buffalo.

Buffalo’s Waterfront Could Welcome Cruises

The state issued a "Request for Proposals" to design, develop and create a new cruise terminal to support Great Lakes cruise operations at Slip 2 on the Outer Harbor.

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“Adding Buffalo as a terminal on a Great Lakes cruise itinerary is a tremendous opportunity for the City of Buffalo and Western New York,” Governor Hochul said. New York State is committed to providing the facilities needed to accommodate the cruise operations and ensure smooth sailing ahead.”

Thanks to "expressed interest by cruise companies," Hochul's office believes the Buffalo cruise port could open up as early as 2027.

“Buffalo is well-positioned as a destination in the growing industry, allowing the city and region to benefit from the increased visitors and resulting positive economic impact," Hochul added.

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Officials say the proposals should "reimagine" the current site for cruise ship docking for both domestic and international travel.

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Site improvements will include upgrades to seawall shoring; site remediation; improved public access; landscaping, drainage, lighting, and a small parking lot.

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Dinner Cruises Are the Best Way to Say "Hello Autumn!" in Upstate New York!

In this gallery we will post several cruise companies that will offer up dining cruises through the advent of Fall. These are seven of the best companies. As you can see, they allow you to enjoy your food while cruising the rivers, lakes, and even the Erie Canal in Upstate New York. Some might just offer some snacks and adult beverages. Others will offer full sit down meals, often times themed dinner presentations, live entertainment, and even fireworks after dinner. These cruises are located from the Hudson Valley to the Adirondacks and out to the Finger Lakes and Buffalo. Warm days, cool nights, and beautiful scenery awaits as you enjoy a dinner cruise on a large yacht, an old Erie Canal packet boat, or even a classic steam-powered paddlewheeler. Each cruise company mentioned features a link so you can make your plans now.