1. There’s Nobody Better To Be Snowed-In With Than Someone From Albany
Albany gets some of the most massive snowstorms in the entire northeast, so they are quite used to getting snowed-in. Fortunately they’re prepared with activities and games for when it snows, and they always have a stocked fridge and firewood ready to go. Basically, all snowstorms turn into giant cuddle fests. Plus, hot tubs in the snow are always a good thing.
2. Albany Folks Are “Small Town” With Big Hearts
People from Albany are actually proud of their pseudo-city, “small-town” vibe and take pride in the nickname “Smallbany”—it’s the little things that count, after all. Yes, Albany might be considered a “small city” rather than a “small town,” but Albanians’ big hearts and ability to get along with anyone definitely proves they’ve mastered the small town vibe.
3. Albanians Know How To Keep It Hot
Because it’s so cold, people from Albany have to always keep a fire in their heart, and a fire in their backyard. Albany has a bonfire culture—there are bonfires parties in fields, bonfires in your backyard, there’s always a fire going in an Albany home. So get ready for some adorable snuggling near the fire.
4. Folks In Albany Have Upper Bodies Of Steel
If you had to shovel 6 feet of snow every other day, you’d be pretty fit too. Plus, having to endure some of the longest, hardest winters makes you pretty emotionally adept as well.
5. Albanians Are The Sweetest…
So, naturally, they take you on the sweetest dates! Whether it’s Indian Ladder Farms for some delicious cider donuts or sharing a cone from Stewart’s, you’re bound to have a “sweet” time.
6. Life With An Albanian Lover Is Never Dull
Folks from Albany are always ready for an adventure, whether it’s rappelling down the Albany Hotel, hiking in the Adirondack Park, or cliff jumping into the lake, Albanians know are born thrill-seekers.
7. There’s No One More Passionate Than A Great Danes Fan
SUNY Albany sports teams are a way of life, and there’s no one more passionate or loyal than a Great Danes fan. They are a ton of fun to be around, win or lose. Plus, all that loyalty and passion can’t help but spill over into their dating lives.
8. Albanians Are The Life Of The Party
Folks in Albany bring the party with them wherever they go, especially if they went to SUNY Albany. Known for its rowdiness (i.e. “kegs and eggs” ot “fountain day”), if you’re dating a former/current SUNY Albany fan, then you always know where the party is.
9. Albanians Will Surprise You With Brueggers In Bed
With their big hearts, folks in Albany know it’s the little things in life that count. Date someone from Albany and you’re sure to be surprised regularly with Bruegger’s bagels in bed. Lucky you!
10. You Can Always Count On Your Albanian To Have Your Back
Because of the relatively small size of Albany (and because everyone is just so darn friendly!) everyone treats one another like family and everyone is there for each other all of the time. If you’re dating someone from Albany, you’ll always have a best friend, not just a romantic partner.
Did we miss anything? Tell us the best thing about dating someone from Albany in the comments below! 
