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LAKE GEORGE, NY (February 19, 2024) — Exclusive barrel-aged beverages from the best craft producers in New York are rolling into Lake George for Adirondack Pub & Brewery’s 12th Annual Barrel Fest on March 2, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. Barrel Fest is more than your average beer festival in a…

Tom Martinelli, Chief Content Officer, Content Studio New Yorkwill be presenting the workshop Winning Content for Travel Guides & Collateral Material this Wednesday, February 21st for our Lunch & Learn Webinar series.  Developing the right mix of content for travel guides and collateral…

Let us show you how to keep you up to date with your latest dataset metrics. Let’s dig through the data clutter and show you the main KPIs across different data sets to not only understand the state of your Destination, but what to expect in the future.  Why You Should Attend:  Main key…

Last weekend, NYSTIA exhibited at the 2nd Annual USA International Sportsman Show in Pittsburgh, PA. The three-day sportsman show has a lot of hunters, fishermen, and travelers looking for unique outdoor travel experiences. There was a focus on camping, hiking, and opportunities to ride motorcycles…

During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, Susan Green from Paperkite presented her topic: Be Mine, Traveler: 10 Ways We've Captured Hearts in Tourism Marketing. With a little focus on language, logic, and locality, you can build the success of any campaign while staying true to your brand and…

Dutchess Tourism, Inc. (DTI) announced the launch of Commander in Cheers, an innovative augmented reality initiative aimed at sparking new engagement with the Revolutionary War history of Dutchess County, kicking off a multiyear celebration of the United States of America’s Semiquincentennial on…

Being recognized for our accomplishments is like fuel to a fire. It’s time to recognize the New York State tourism industry’s amazing work through the NYSTIA Tourism Excellence Awards! The Tourism Excellence Awards will be the highlight of the annual meeting in Saratoga in September 2024 and as…

During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, Colleen Onuffer and Colleen Senglaub from Break the Ice Media presented their topic: The Value of Earned Media. Earned media is one of the many aspects of tourism marketing efforts, with huge dividends: earned media helps build authenticity and…

♥ Win a Valentine's Day Treat at "Be Mine, Traveler" – A Special Event for Destination Professionals! ♥ Join Susan Green from Paperkite this Valentine's Day for an insightful virtual event tailored for destination marketing and tourism professionals. Discover our top ten tourism marketing…

Park Attendance Data Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced state parks, historic sites, campgrounds and trails operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation saw a record 84.1 million visits in 2023. Total visits statewide surged by nearly 4.7…

In the Value of Earned Media, attendees will get an overview of earned media and learn how it can be an effective addition to your marketing mix. We’ll also cover 2024 Outdoor Travel trends and how these may impact your earned media strategy. Why You Should Attend: To learn how earned media fits…

The Doubletree Niagara Falls NY is known for its dedicated customer service, excellent food and beverage choices and a location second to none in Niagara Falls NY. Situated on the Upper Niagara River, we are a quick walk to Niagara Falls State Park, which ultimately leads you to the brink of Niagara…

During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, David Krauss, CEO and Co-founder of Rent Responsibly, presented their topic: How to Effectively Leverage Your Short-Term Rental Community. Rent Responsibly enables DMOs to connect with STR hosts in their destination to provide education that evaluates guest…

Visit Finger Lakes has shared a RFP concerning their exciting Virtual Museum project; a multi-year, multi-faceted endeavor that will bring Augmented Reality to their historic markers, statues, and plaques in Ontario County. Please see the below RFP attached for Creative Services in Augmented…

Mark Dorr, President of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA) provided insights and remarks on the Proposed Executive Budget and its effects on New York State's tourism industry. In this inaugural webinar, Mark discussed the budget and legislative advocacy priorities for…

Renderings Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a major construction project to enhance the passenger experience and transform the Greater Binghamton Airport into a modern, state-of-the-art gateway for travelers living in and visiting the Southern Tier Region. Major…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the grand opening for the $35 million Cambria Hotel in Lake Placid – the first new hotel to open in Lake Placid since 2013. The modern, 105,645-square-foot hotel features 185 guest rooms, a restaurant, event space and a waterfront gathering area, and will…

Last weekend, NYSTIA exhibited at Pittsburgh's only dedicated travel and tourism marketing event, the 2024 Pittsburgh travel showcase Presented By AAA Travel. The three-day showcase saw many dedicated travelers looking to plan their next New York State vacation. Attendees were interested in…

Mayor Bob Restaino was born and raised right in Niagara Falls. After graduating from Niagara Catholic and studying history and political science at NCCC and Niagara University for undergraduate studies, Bob completed law school at UB. From the beginning, Bob always intended to stay and practice law…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the highlights of the FY 2025 Budget. This budget reflects Governor Hochul’s commitment to making New York more affordable, more livable and safer – while utilizing a fiscally responsible approach that keeps the State on a steady path for years to come.…