Author: Christine Corrado

Planning a summer excursion with a tween can be tricky: You want an adventure that is neither too babyish nor too sophisticated for a 10- to 12-year-old. I found just the right destination: Buffalo. A straight shot on I-90 just two and a half hours to the west of Syracuse, Buffalo is fun for a day trip or a longer getaway. This western New York city once had a reputation for being dowdy, but in recent years it’s come into its own. Today the city overflows with outdoor activities, history, food and entertainment for all ages. My daughter, Renata, age…