It's summertime and we want to get away from all of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. However, the last thing that we want to do is break the bank.

New York may be known for their high costs but if you are looking to escape for a budget-friendly weekend, there are some affordable travel destinations in the Empire State.

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According to a recent study by AirportParkingReservations.com, Buffalo has been named  as the most cost-effective city to visit in New York State. They took a look at things like beer prices, meal costs, movie tickets, and public transportation expenses.

After they tallied all the figures, they discovered that the City of Light gives New Yorkers the best bang for their buck when traveling around in the Empire State

With a meal for two priced at $65, movie tickets at $24, and public transport fare at an reasonably priced $2, Buffalo is a good blend of affordability and entertainment. This helped them to an impressive 83.2 on the budget-friendly scale!

Following closely behind is Rochester, as they earned the second spot in the ranking. Despite higher meal costs at $87.50, The home of the Hot Plate stands out for its low prices on beer, coffee, and movie outings.

This helped Rochester to become one of the top desirable destinations for those looking to get the most of their travel budget in New York. If you are looking to make memories while leaving some money in you pocket, Buffalo and Rochester offer affordability and fun.

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