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"What I Am Thankful For: YOU!"A note from Bob Provost "One year ago, in our Thanksgiving newsletter, I reflected on the many reasons to give thanks and look forward to 2023. Today, I am grateful to reflect on a 2023 that in many ways exceeded expectations and anticipate a 2024 full of promise. In…

Last weekend, NYSTIA's Brooke Wilson was joined by three of our Higher Education Advisory Council members Brandi Guerinot (Niagara University), Ingrid O'Connell, (SUNY Schenectady), and Edwin Torres, (Rochester Institute of Technology) at the New York State School Counselor Association (NYSSCA)…

Last Friday, November 17, Canal NY Marketing & Business Alliance held its Annual Meeting at FLX Live in Geneva, NY. In addition to the election of officers and board members for 2024, a briefing on seasonal canal maintenance and upcoming projects were provided by Joell Murney-Karston from the NYS…

WATERFORD, NY- The public is invited to pick up a free 2024 Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor calendar starting December 1, 2023 at selected libraries and visitor centers throughout the National Heritage Corridor. The calendar features winning images from this year’s Erie Canalway photo…

Program Changes Will Accelerate Development of EV Charging Infrastructure and Stimulate $4 Billion in Total Investment in Charging Infrastructure Overall EV Budget Increases From $701 Million to $1.24 Billion, with $372 Million in Funding to Support Programs in Disadvantaged Communities Changes Aim…

The following provides the key takeaways from the November 8th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners. The presentation covered their research findings on Travel Sentiment, 2024 Total Eclipse, Marketing Travel & AI, Shopping & Travel.  The most significant findings…

Pittsford, New York – November 9, 2023 – Donald G. Bennett, Jr. practically grew up in the outdoor hospitality industry, and his years of dedication to that industry was honored on November 4th as Campground Owners of New York (CONY) inducted him as the 18th member of its Hall of Fame.   The…

Can you believe it’s time for another round of nominations for the Tourism Excellence Awards? It seems like just the other day we were in Rochester with our colleagues, celebrating and highlighting the winners from 2022. Our committee is excited to see what’s in store for 2023, and that’s…

Last weekend NYSTIA promoted your destinations at the Adirondack Sports & Northeast Ski Expo at the Albany Capital Center. The two-day show saw thousands of outdoor enthusiasts seeking winter and outdoor adventure opportunities across the state. Our booth was on a corner next to the New York…

Madeleine Gionet, Director of Marketing at New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, will speak at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference on their upcoming Centennial celebrations and the formation of the parks and historic sites system we know and love today. Learn more about…

LAKE GEORGE, NY — The Lake George Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau (LGRCVB) announces its newest hire, Emily Frost, for the position of Senior Sales and Services Manager. This role is a transition for Frost within the organization, who previously served as Membership Manager for the…

The Hosts of the 2025 World Canals Conference are seeking creative proposals from a full-service marketing and public relations consultant to assist with promotion and attendance building for the World Canals Conference to be held September 21-25, 2025 in Buffalo and the Western New York region.…

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. — Visit the Taste NY Vending Market at the Adirondacks Welcome Center to discover an array of delightful products that help you honor a Veteran in your life or enhance your Thanksgiving celebration with family and friends. Whether you're just in need of a quick snack or…

PIER 57 * Thursday, December 14 * 1 PM to 6 PM   You're invited! Google is hosting a free event for small businesses at Pier 57 in NYC on December 14th to share best practices and showcase the latest free products and features that make doing business easier for restaurants, hotels, attractions and…

From October 26 to 28, the NYSTIA travel show booth was featured at the ITS2023 (New York International Travel Show) at the Javits Center in New York City. NYSTIA's booth anchored a New York State pavilion at the event, featuring ten different organizations from across the state. We were located…

LIBERTY, NY – Roberta Byron-Lockwood, President and CEO of the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, is the recipient of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association’s (NYSHTA) Outstanding Tourism Executive of the Year award. Part of NYSHTA’s annual Stars of the Industry program,…

Last Sunday, NYSTIA attended the AAA Travel Cleveland Vacation Expo. Over 1,000 attendees came through the expo, wanting to learn about New York State destinations, primarily looking for unique experiences and family-friendly adventures. The Dream Destinations Travel Show in Springfield was…

  Chez Chesak, Executive Director of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, will speak on the recreational development for rural economies at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference. In particular, Chez will speak on how CVB's with limited staff and financial resources can develop and maximize outdoor…

The following provides the key takeaways from the October 11th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners (previously Destination Analysts).  The presentation covered their research findings on travel loyalty, travel sentiment, marketing travel, community & local…

Janette Roush, Executive Vice President, Marketing & Digital at New York City Tourism + Conventions, will speak on ChatGPT and how tourism professionals can utilize the technology at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference. In this session, Janette will answer questions about ChatGPT (Is the technology…