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Instagram campaign also earned gold from Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International's (HSMAI) Adrian AwardsWhite Plains, NY - In a competitive category that spanned all industries, Westchester County Tourism & Film's organic Instagram work—designed to position…

This letter was forwarded from the Museum Association of New York.Dear Friends, Members, and Supporters,I am pleased to share the news that the New York State Legislature passed A.9710/S.8934 “An act in relation to conducting a study of public and private museums in New York…

Highlights Lodging and Amenities Along the Empire State TrailSupports Local Economic Development, Recreation and Eco-Tourism Across NY StateRehabilitation of Capital Region and Mohawk Valley Segments of the Trail CompleteVideo and images of the Empire State Trail are available hereIn celebration of…

International Event to be Held in Buffalo During 200th Anniversary Celebration of the Historic Erie Canal's OpeningGovernor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State has been selected by Inland Waterways International as the host of the 2025 World Canals Conference, an event that brings…

Auburn, NY: Proud to Live in Harriet Tubman's Hometown. The Cayuga County Tourism Office is excited to announce the start of our Pride in Place Campaign in Auburn NY. Our goal is to encourage local Auburnians to show their pride in residing in the chosen hometown of American Hero Harriet Tubman. The…

Story Clark is the founder and CEO of TravelStorysGPS, which created the award-winning mobile audio tour platform TravelStorys™. With patented technology, TravelStorys is a hands-free, location-aware app that launches podcast-style audio content informing and educating visitors. Whether walking,…

  In their Employee Benefits May Newsletter, Brown & Brown Inc. provided important guidance on a number of issues, most notably: For self-insured employers: The next deadline for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Fee for self-insured health plans is August 1, 2022.…

Story Clark is the founder and CEO of TravelStorysGPS, which created the award-winning mobile audio tour platform TravelStorysâ„¢. With patented technology, TravelStorys is a hands-free, location-aware app that launches podcast-style audio content informing and educating visitors.…

Article taken from the June 1, 2022 Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor E-newsletter. More details here.The Greenway recently made several updates to its Conservancy Trail Grants Program, including a new category of Disaster Recovery and Reconstruction. This category will allow applications for…

Year-Round Program Returns for the Summer with Expanded Offerings Newest Excursions Include Painting, Cruising, and Accessible Adaptive Adventures Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a new season of free "On the Canals" excursions along the New York State Canal system. Now in its…

TROY, NY – In recognition of selfless service to New York's tourism industry and the outstanding impact of the 2021 'ROAM THE EMPIRE' cause campaign, the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) has awarded Mower with the first-of-its-kind “New Yorker…

Inclusive and Accessible Day of Family-Friendly Recreation and Fun at State Parks and Public Lands on Saturday, June 11Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 'Get Outdoors & Get Together Day' events will be held at 21 select locations across New York State on Saturday, June 11. The New York…

    During May's TPA Meeting, Bren Jobe from Corporate Communications presented a comprehensive overview on web accessibility and ADA compliance. Partnering with the automated web solution software accessiBe, he took us through the growing importance of web content accessibility guidelines…

Jun 2, 2022 12:30 PM ETTravel and sustainability are no longer seen as mutually exclusive. During this edition of our Future of Travel Mobility webinar series, we will look closely at the critical need for EV charging infrastructure and why it can create a more sustainable future for American…

  During May's TPA Meeting, Kellen Kruse from AirDNA presented data insights on New York's short-term rental trends and pacing for the summer. You can access his full slide deck here, or read the brief summary below. 2022 has already outpaced the previous four years in each measurement…

Project Seneca Celebrates 10-Year AnniversaryGrass Roots Effort Leads to $129 Million in Investments over the Decade— WATKINS GLEN, NY – More than 30 Project Seneca supporters, State and local officials, and regional investors, gathered on Monday, May 23, 2022, to celebrate the 10-year…

Sasha Vosk is an Author/Publisher who is also an expert on photorealism. He recently released a book that is unlike anything on the market: "400 Years of New York History: A Pictorial Guide, Book 1. New York as New Amsterdam in the 1600's"; which lets tourists feel as though they had stepped back in…

U.S. travelers are on the road again heading into summer, but will record gas prices affect the outlook for the upcoming drive season? Join Longwoods International and Miles Partnership on Tuesday, May 24, for the latest “U.S. Road Trips" webinar featuring new research and insights…

Carson Tang, CEO and President of Carson Worldwide has rocked the space of experiential events and event marketing since 2004. Carson Worldwide was awarded certification as a MBE for the City of New York, MBE for the State of New York, EBE from New York Small Business, and formerly a MBE for the New…

  Detlef Fox is the Marketing Manager at AMERICA Journal. In his position, he is responsible for maintaining an outstanding relationship with the magazine's partners through advertising and channeling story ideas to the editorial department. In addition, he is responsible for working…