News

The Albany Times Union has just added a new travel-focused marketing program to the fall schedule that would be an ideal fit for NYSTIA members – the Upstate Traveler Fall Guide. The guide will publish in the Times Union on Sept 21. It’s a print + digital program offered at discounted…

July 25, 2023 - The Destination Marketing Corporation is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ryan West Geraghty as the new Marketing and Communications Director. This strategic appointment reflects our unwavering commitment to innovate, grow, and elevate the tourism experience for travelers and…

July 31, 2023 - Auburn, NY: Last week, New York’s own Finger Lakes were placed #4 on USA Today’s list of ten “must-visit” wine regions. The selection process for this list was two-pronged. First, USA Today collected nominees from a panel of wine industry experts. Then,…

Dine with us at the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting and explore a flavorful experience in Rochester, New York! Check out the menus below, channel your inner foodie, and get ready to bring your appetite to one of New York's greatest culinary cities! Register now! *Annual Meeting menus may be changed…

Chris Thompson will be providing keynote remarks on Friday, September 15th at the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting in Rochester, NY. Learn More & Register WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 31, 2023) -- Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, announces the impending retirement of…

Research on Gerrit Smith’s gift of 120,000 acres of land to 3,000 black men will be presented on Gerrit Smith’s estate for the 13th Annual Peterboro Emancipation Day Saturday, August 5 at 1:30 pm. Independent scholar Amy Godine, a central member of John Brown Lives, will return…

Total Funding for the Programs Hits $1 Billion Mark with 93 Communities Throughout New York State Having Already Received Awards    Programs Continue to Support Regional Economic Development Goals by Making New York Attractive to Businesses, Families and Visitors  Furthers…

Explore the roots of Rochester! Register now for the Sips and Sights of Rochester FAM Tour, Wednesday, September 13 from 1:30 PM to 6 PM! Visit Rochester and NYSTIA invite you to join your tourism colleagues and visit the attractions that highlight the unique history, architecture, cuisine and…

Unveils Statewide Roster of Events, Concerts, and Exhibitions Hosted in Partnership with New York State to Commemorate Hip Hop's Birth in the Bronx Launches "Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium" Ticket Sweepstakes; New Yorkers Can Enter for a Chance to Win a VIP Experience for Two Here I LOVE NY…

Governor's Cup Presented to Long Island's Paumanok Vineyards 2019 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Paumanok Vineyards Named Winery of the Year Finger Lakes and Long Island Wineries Win Best in Category Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the winners of the 37th Annual New York Wine Classic, a…

TROY, NY – The New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) today announced the recipients of the 2023 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards. The outstanding work of New York State's destination marketing organizations, attractions, and other tourism-related businesses in all forms of…

NYSTIA exhibited at the Syracuse Nationals at New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY, from August 14th through 16th. The Syracuse Nationals is the biggest classic car show in the northeast. The show attendees were primarily retirees, with some families. Attendees were looking for scenic drives…

The following provides the key takeaways from the July 12th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Destination Analysts. The presentation covered their research findings in travelers sentiment, the state of the economy/pricing, and compromising.  The most significant findings are as…

The workforce development panel was the highest-rated program at the 2023 NYS Tourism Conference in Oswego NY, featuring presentations on seasonal hiring, recruitment, training, and employee retention. Panel presenter and chair of the NYSTIA Workforce Development Committee Jennifer Ackerson of Alon…

The Project Will Highlight Regional Historic Sites to Expand Awareness and Tourism during the 250th Commemorative Years, 2024-2027   (Ticonderoga, N.Y.) - Fort Ticonderoga has announced the creation of the 250th Northern Department, as part of its plans for the national 250th commemoration of the…

National travel indicators present a troubling picture in the short term for New York State seasonal tourism spending. Estimated spending statistics from U.S. Travel's Recovery and Growth Insights Dashboard sourced to Tourism Economics portray a significant decline in YOY growth nationally beginning…

When we launched our new website in 2022, making sure it was ADA-compliant was one of our top priorities for the new year. Under the guidance of the NYSTIA DEAI Committee and with the help of Corporate Communications, we have recently installed the Web Accessibility widget AccessiBe to make our…

The New York State tourism community mourns the passing and celebrates the life of Gordon Lattey, an individual whose contributions to our collective success still resonate, particularly with the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA). Our sincere condolences go out to his wife,…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a $75 million expansion project at The Strong National Museum of Play in the heart of downtown Rochester. More than a city-block long, The Strong features hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces. The final piece of the project — a…

UTICA, NY. (June 29, 2023) – The Oneida County Tourism Board of Directors announces the appointment of Sarah Foster Calero as the next President of The Convention and Visitors Bureau for Oneida County, Inc. dba Oneida County Tourism. Foster Calero has been a member of the NYSTIA Board of Directors…