Buffalo , General info:
8/10

Buffalo is an American city situated in western New York.It is between eastern end Lake Erie and the southern head of the Niagara River.It is second-largest city after New York City. The city has a legacy of great architecture and plentiful green space; fine museums, art galleries, and cultural institutions; exciting night life, theater, music, and sports; and a surprisingly diverse array of restaurants to suit every taste and budget -- not to mention a low cost of living that is the envy of many larger cities..Buffalo is the cultural and economic center of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area.Buffalo is served by the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, located in Cheektowaga.

Buffalo , Cheap stuff:
9/10

The loss of traditional jobs in manufacturing, rapid suburbanization and high costs of labor have led to economic decline, making Buffalo one of the poorest amongst U.S. cities. Buffalo's median household income is third-lowest among large cities. And because of that it is the very cheap city.

Buffalo , Different stuff:
8/10

Buffalo Zoo - Third oldest zoo in the United States, established in 1875

Buffalo , Don't miss:
9/10

Niagara Falls, Artpark, Cave of the winds, Buffalo city hall, Buffalo zoo

Buffalo , Food:
9/10

These include Italian, Jewish, German, Polish, African American, Greek and American influences.Beef on Weck, Wardynski's kielbasa, Sahlen's hot dogs, sponge candy, pierogi, and haddock fish fries are among the local favorites.Local or regional chains with a significant presence in the Buffalo area include Ted's Hot Dogs, Anderson's Frozen Custard, Duff's Wings, John & Mary's, Jim's SteakOut, Just Pizza, SPoT Coffee, Tim Horton's, Mighty Taco, Raymondo's and Bocce's Pizza.

Buffalo , Hotels:
10/10

Hotel Indigo

Full service hotels like the Hyatt Regency

Marriott-Buffalo Niagara

Buffalo , Safety:
10/10

Buffalo is very safe city. According to newest informatons the rate of criminal is in decrease from year to year.

Portland , General info:
9/10

Portland is a city located near the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers in the U.S. state of Oregon. It is Oregon's most populous city, and the third most populous city in the Pacific Northwest, after Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia. Approximately two million people live in Portland metropolitan area, the 23rd most populous in the United States as of July 2006.

Portland , Cheap stuff:
10/10

Most things are pretty affordable in Portland! Apartments are pretty cheap for a city, public transit is very cheap and dining out is just as affordable!

Portland , Different stuff:
10/10

Portland's climate is ideal for growing roses, and for more than a century Portland has been known as "The City of Roses," with many rose gardens – most prominently the International Rose Test Garden.

Portland , Don't miss:
10/10

Pedalpalooza, an annual month long bike centered festival involving many group bike rides, including some like the burrito ride or the midnight mystery ride. POWELLS BOOKS is the LARGEST book store in north america. Yup, thats right the biggest one! Its in downtown on Burnside st. Set aside a few hours, if you come with friends make a meeting place cause this multi-floor 'city of books' is amazing for all! Queer folk come to Portland as there is a thriving queer community and really its a great place for people of all walks of life to come find a community of some kind.

Portland , Food:
10/10

During most months of spring summer and fall there is plentiful berry and fruits to be picked on Sauvie Island a short drive or healthy bike ride from downtown. Take your basket and go out to pick (and eat) as many blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, peaches, plums etc as you can. Also, Portland has famously delicious micro-brewed beer. Check out the Portland based brewery/restaurant/theatre spots of McMenimans. Youll find them around the city and nestled in historic buildings and old saloons. Most offer great food and delicious beers while a few of McMenimans even offer a heated pool, movies and live music. But really, any bar will have a local brew, just ask whats on tap. Portland is also voted the country's most "Vegan Friendly Town". Most restaurants have vegan and certainly vegetarian options in this town.

Portland , Hotels:
8/10

Check out the Jupiter Hotel for a wild take on hospitality, its adjoining restaurant the Doug Fir has fabulous food day and night, a fully stocked bar and great live music in the evening. Downtown offers many of the same hotels found in most cities around the country and world.

Portland , Safety:
9/10

Portland is a city, like any other but people are generally quite friendly and crime is not quite that high. Downtown is safe and the east side of town is mostly neighborhood based shopping areas, with no threat of crime apparent at all. This town is also BIKE FRIENDLY. But please be advised that helmets and proper front and back lights are suggested to make this safe. Bike lanes can be found all around the city and you can make it from one end of town to the other in just over an hour.