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Join us Friday morning at the Saratoga Springs 2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting when Danae Jones-Persip, Senior Manager of Travel Trade and Programs for the New York State Division of Tourism at Empire State Development and Jennifer Ackerson, President of Alon Tourism Solutions, speak about Mastering Fam…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York welcomed a record-setting 306.3 million visitors in 2023, while also setting new historic highs for direct visitor spending and total economic impact associated with the state's tourism industry. Visitors to New York State contributed to a…

The firsthand account of the October 21, 1825, canal boat ride from Utica to Canastota - followed by a nine mile walk up the hill to Peterboro for an abolition meeting - was provided by James Caleb Jackson from Oswego NY. He attended that October 22, 1835 inaugural meeting of the New York State…

Week 1 at The Great New York State Fair is in the books! Fairgoers love the variety of brochures and literature provided by our 2024 'Discover New York State Vacation Destinations' booth promotional materials from all of our 2024 Tourism Champion destinations. The  booth is between the I Love NY…

Dine with us at the 2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting and explore a flavorful experience in Saratoga Springs New York! The menus at the Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs have been carefully selected* by Executive Chef Will Hewitt to highlight the best the region has to offer.  Check out the menus below and…

BBG&G Integrated Marketing is thrilled to introduce Lenore Gillespie, who has joined the agency as a Marketing Coordinator. Lenore brings with her 4 years of experience in marketing and over 12 years of experience in customer service and client relations. Lenore is an accomplished professional,…

Video of Secretary Mosley Announcing New Funding is Available Here; Photo Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $200 million in funding is now available through the State’s two signature downtown revitalization and economic development programs — $100 million each for…

Aquarium of Niagara, through National Grid’s Electric Vehicle Make-Ready Program, is celebrating the installation of six Level 2 EV charging plugs to be used by visitors, friends of the Aquarium, and area residents. For the Aquarium’s project, National Grid’s program provided EV incentives…

Leah Garey is the Senior Regional Manager of Expedia Group Media Solutions. At Expedia Group Media Solutions, they connect thousands of advertisers around the globe with the most highly valued travelers. Every day, travelers visit Expedia Group websites to dream about, search for, and book…

Schenectady, NY (August 5, 2024) – Poker fans are in for a treat when the 2nd annual Electric City Poker Series returns to Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady from Thursday, September 19 until Sunday, September 29. The Electric City Poker Series includes 10 tournaments in 11 days and will…

We're thrilled to announce, that after consulting with the NYSTIA Events Committee and Tourism Excellence Awards Committee, the 2024 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards Ceremony & Reception will be held at the iconic and beautiful Canfield Casino, nestled in the heart of Congress Park! The presenting…

WATERFORD- The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character. Winning photos will be featured…

On the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar launched a new ‘Love Our New York Lands’ photo contest highlighting removing barriers to public lands for New…

"On behalf of the entire team at Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, we cannot wait to welcome to our hotel nestled in the heart of a city renowned for its rich tapestry of health, history, and horses. It is our pleasure to host such distinguished professionals dedicated to promoting New York State's…

NYSTIA joined Canal NY Marketing & Business Alliance Members and other canal lovers aboard the Colonial Belle for a 3-hour narrated afternoon lock cruise for the organization’s Erie Canal excursion last Friday.   Attendees had a great opportunity to network, socialize, share updates from various…

On behalf of the entire team at Discover Saratoga, I am thrilled to welcome you to Saratoga Springs for the 2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & New York State Tourism Excellence Awards this September! We encourage you to register for this fun and informative event and book your stay at the well-appointed…

Governor Hochul today announced the creation of the Erie Canal Bicentennial Commission to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the completion of the original Erie Canal. Initially introduced as part of the Governor’s State of the State Address in January, this new commission will ensure that…

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and The Nature Conservancy in New York today announced the State’s acquisition of two conservation easements that together provide public recreational access, protect natural resources, and establish a first-of-its kind research…

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed legislation to increase access to State Parks, recreational facilities and historic sites, and to support the tourism industry in New York. S.5423/A.4853 will increase access to New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation sites by…