Trips & Activities

Explore Buffalo and Western New York with us! Trips are updated each semester so there's always something new to do.

ISS trips are open to all (international and U.S./domestic) students at UB.

Spring 2026 Trips

Downhill Skiing at Holiday Valley

  • Saturday, February 7
  • 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Registration Opens January 12

Trip Fee: TBA (includes round-trip transportation via motor coach bus, ski equipment rental, helmet rental, professional lesson, and lift ticket) (non-refundable)

A group of students in ski gear standing in a group with their ski instructor.

Embrace the winter!  Join us on our ISS downhill skiing trip!  This trip is open to all UB students at any skill level (from first-time skiers to experts on the slopes).

Visits to the Darwin Martin Home and Buffalo History Museum

  • Saturday, March 21
  • 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Registration opens February 23

Trip Fee: TBA (includes round-trip transportation and entrance fees) (non-refundable)

Exterior view of the Darwin Martin Home in BUffalo, NY.

Join us as we explore Buffalo’s past with a visit to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin D. Martin House and the Buffalo History Museum—two iconic destinations offering insight into the architecture, culture, and history of Western New York.

Trip to Niagara Falls

  • Date: Saturday, May 2
  • Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Registration opens April 6

Trip Fee: TBA (fee is for round-trip transportation only; Food and attraction fees are not included)(non-refundable)

Panoramic photo of Niagara Falls with American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls in the foreground and the Horseshoe Falls in the background.

Explore the U.S. side of Niagara Falls at your own pace and create an experience of your own design. Relax with a walk through the park on Goat Island or purchase a ticket to ride on the Maid of the Mist, and/or go on the Cave of the Winds Tour and feel the intensity of the Falls. (Participants are responsible for any costs associated with any activities or attractions in which they choose to participate.)  

Spring 2026 Activities

Let's Fika!: Global Connections Cafe

  • Tuesdays (see chart below)
  • 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Date Location
February 10 240 Student Union (IDC)
March 24 240 Student Union (IDC)
April 14 240 Student Union (IDC)
May 5 240 Student Union (IDC)

Free treats and beverages are available (while supplies last).

UB students sitting at a table enjoying snacks and engaging in conversation.

The Global Connections Cafe welcomes international and domestic students from across the campus to meet and get to know each other.

"Fika" is a Swedish tradition of taking a break to relax and connect with others while also enjoying some tasty treats.  The Global Connections Cafe is an excellent opportunity for international and internationally-minded students to meet, play games, craft, and enjoy a treat and beverage.