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NYSTIA's new Travel Booth was featured at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY, from August 3rd through 6th and Legoland, NY on August 7th and 8th. The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival is a premier comedy festival celebrating the life and work of Lucille Ball.…

Carrie Tschetter is the President and Director of Business Development at Archer ATR. As President and Director of Business Development, Carrie is responsible for developing and maintaining client and partner relationships. She believes in collaboration and honest communication and she enjoys…

Jennifer Ackerson is the President & CEO of Alon Tourism Solutions.  Jen Ackerson, President of Alon Tourism Solutions is a 25+ year veteran of the tourism industry with deep experience in every supplier category. She is an expert in educating and connecting tourism destinations/suppliers with…

The following provides the key takeaways from the August 9th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Destination Analysts.  The presentation covered their research findings on financial sentiment, traveler sentiment, and travelers' expectations.  The most significant findings…

Kyle Pierce is the Director of Sales at STQRY, he manages the sales team and helps locations learn more about how they can help. STQRY provides world class digital solutions for destinations with stories to share. Harness the power of technology to allow your visitors to engage deeper, explore…

Hillary Olson, President & CEO of the Rochester Museum & Science Center will be presenting on the upcoming 2024 Solar Eclipse on the morning of Thursday, September 14th at the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting.   The entire state of New York will have the opportunity to view the solar eclipse…

Mary Gendron, Senior Vice President-Managing Director of Mower will be presenting Thursday September 14th at the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting, Good Fences: Best Practices for Working with Influencers. She will be discussing tips for finding, engaging with and contracting with social media…

Malik D. Evans is the 71st Mayor of Rochester. As the leader of the City’s executive branch, Mayor Evans is committed to promoting positive, systemic and structural change by providing transparent and collaborative leadership, offering equitable access to essential municipal services, enabling…

On behalf of our entire team at Visit Rochester, we are delighted to be your destination hosts for the 2023 NYSTIA Annual Meeting and Tourism Excellence Awards! If you have not yet already, I encourage you to register for next month’s event and book your room at the Hyatt Regency Rochester…

Deadline for Submission: August 25, 2023WATERFORD- The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its 18th annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Images should convey people enjoying activities on the waterway and Canalway Trail or show the unique character of New York’s…

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…