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Did you know that the most attended National Drive Electric Week event in the country is in Schenectady, NY? As part of NYSTIA's effort to promote sustainable tourism, we exhibited at the New York Capital District Drive Electric Week & Sustainability Fair in Schenectady, NY. We saw attendees of all…

New York State in the August/September issue of ROVA - The Magazine For Epic Road Trips had some rock star inclusions in both the Brewery and Fishing content features:   3rd Annual Brewery Round Up: Earn Your Beers - Breweries that are worth the drive - "ROVA explores a range of hidden taprooms…

Hello Fellow NYS Tourism Industry Member: As we continue our work in the NYSTIA Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) initiative, we ask you to participate in our new, brief survey. This survey delves into DEAI in our workplace, visitation, and marketing. Our goal is to assess our…

Funding Supports Goals of New York’s Nation Leading Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act and Emphasizes Activities that Address the Mobility Needs and Abilities of All Users Assists Municipalities in Meeting the Requirements of the Clean Air Act and the Americans with Disabilities…

NY Capital District Drive Electric Week & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sunday, October 1st along with Schenectady Greenmarket and the Schenectady County Public Library book sale Schenectady EV Fair largest in the country for second year in a row; city named EV City of the Year in 2022 by…

New York– The U.S. Small Business Administration has named Daniel T. Rickman the new district director of its Syracuse-Upstate New York District Office. “Mr. Rickman’s appointment as District Director has placed an experienced and exceptional leader to move SBA’s vision and…

Economic Impact of $150 Million Projected for Long Island and Greater Metropolitan New York Area 225,000 Spectators Expected for Event's Return to New York State The Commissioner of New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) Erik Kulleseid and Empire State Development…

Winning images to be featured in 2024 calendar. WATERFORD, NY – The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is pleased to announce the winners of its 18th Annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Judges selected first, second, and third place winners in four contest categories as well as 12…

Corning, NY, September 18, 2023 – Bertil Vallien, renowned glass caster, designer, and innovator will visit The Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG) October 10 and 11, 2023 for a suite of special events celebrating his 60-year career and the launch of a new collection titled Passing Through—the…

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Over 200 members of New York State’s tourism industry gathered at the NYSTIA Annual Meeting, which featured a keynote from Christopher Thompson, President & CEO of Brand USA, workshops and panel discussions on destination management, marketing and stewardship, and reports from NYSTIA committees,…

Wineries, Growers, Trade, Media, Marketing Associations, and Funders are Invited to Attend Upcoming Brand Expansion Training on October 5th.   Penn Yan, NY — The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is pleased to announce the culmination of its Brand Expansion project in partnership with Born…

New Officers, Board Members Elected at New York State Tourism Industry Association Annual Meeting: Over 200 members of New York State’s tourism industry gathered at the NYSTIA Annual Meeting, which featured a keynote from Christopher Thompson, President & CEO of Brand USA, workshops and panel…

Schenectady’s Ale Trail becomes Schenectady SipsCraft Beverage Trail with New Passport being released. Schenectady, N.Y., September 15, 2023 – Discover Schenectady is re-branding its popular Schenectady Ale Trail to include the county’s distilleries and meadery. The trail will now be known…

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, the Department of Transportation and the City of Geneva have teamed up to create a long-sought extension of the Lakefront Trail in Seneca Lake State Park. The new 2,130-foot-long, 27-foot-wide paved trail connects the City of…

Details Announced for Free Family-Friendly Festival; Advance Tickets On Sale for Oktoberfest Charity Block Party LAKE GEORGE, NY (September 15, 2023) — Adirondack Brewery announces the return of not just one, but two thrilling Oktoberfest celebrations this fall. These annual festivals take…

New York’s Tourism Industry Generated More Than $78.6 Billion in Direct Spending and $123 Billion in Total Economic Impact in 2022 – Exceeding Previous Record From 2019 Follows Governor's “Bring Back Tourism, Bring Back Jobs” Initiative and Transformative Local Investments to Accelerate New…

On several occasions over the past few years, NYSTIA's members have been invited to contribute to Break The Ice Media President & CEO Nicole Mahoney's research on partnership and collaboration. Now that her research and insights are being released in book form, and in the true spirit of…

On October 21st 1835 six hundred abolitionists met in Utica NY to form a state antislavery society. Twice the six hundred delegates were confronted by an angry mob and thrown out of the Bleeker Street Church. Gerrit Smith invited the delegates to meet the next day in the safety of…

Outgoing St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Director Brooke E. Rouse, has stepped down from her job after 9 years leading the organization. Brooke, who started as the chamber's Executive Director in June of 2014 with a focus on tourism, will be moving with her family to Saratoga Springs…