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- Yesterday, the U.S. Travel Association said a heartfelt goodbye to Roger Dow, who is stepping down from his role as president and CEO after 17 incredible years. Roger joined U.S. Travel in 2005 following a successful 34-year career at Marriott International. Though Roger often joked that he had no…

This special edition of the Canalway Trail Times is dedicated to the 24th Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour, which brought 750 cyclists across the state on the Erie Canalway Trail, beginning in Buffalo on July 10 and ending at the finish line in Albany on July 17.Whether you're already reminiscing…

- Our friends at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) recently shared with us their paper on gastro-tourism and its positive effects on a person's well-being. Below you'll find an overview of key takeaways. You can share your organization's research, findings, and papers to rachele@nystia.org and…

Campbell Hall, NY (July 27, 2022) - BBG&G Integrated Marketing celebrates 25 years of business. In 1997, BBG&G was founded by four industry professionals to support businesses with their advertising and public relations needs. “This month BBG&G celebrates 25 years in business. To…

On Thursday, August 4 at 1 pm, join the NYS Department of State, NYSEDC, NYCOM & NYSAC for a free webinar to learn more about Round Six of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and the first round of the New York Forwardprogram. New York State's downtowns are centers for commerce, culture,…

Our friends at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) recently shared with us their paper on gastro-tourism and its positive effects on a person's well-being. Below you'll find an overview of key takeaways.

Local artists and business owners create sidewalk galleries. Harlem One Stop, a community non-profit, launched a West Harlem Development Corporation-funded art project for summer 2022 called "Art in Windows" to display artwork in empty spaces and storefronts on Amsterdam Avenue and…

Washington, D.C. (July 20, 2022) – Destinations International today announced the new 2022-2023 association Board of Directors and foundation Board of Trustees. Al Hutchinson, president and CEO of Visit Baltimore assumed the role of Chair of Destinations International. Vail Ross, senior…

Using mobile location data of sampled mobile devices, the length of stay for U.S visitors (outside New York State) in upstate regions (excl. NYC/Long Island) was calculated and averaged across these regions. As we revisit this trend at the halfway mark of 2022, we see the average monthly length of…

Blueview Productions is an experienced, award-winning video, television, and film production company that creates compelling, inspirational, and educational films about destinations in the Northeast. With a focus on regional seasonal outdoor activities, people, nature, and culture, they can tackle…

>Nikita Jankowski is a familiar face to NYSTIA Members. She has served as a member of the NYSTIA community through her employment with the Watkins Glen Chamber of Commerce, Visit Syracuse, and Destiny USA. Nikita is now a member of NYSTIA through her newly created company, Belesai Communications,…

In their Employee Benefits July Newsletter, Brown & Brown Inc. provided important guidance on a number of issues, most notably: IRS Raises Mileage Rates for Second Half of 2022: The IRS has made a midyear adjustment to the optional mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of…

Black Dog Designs is a full-service marketing agency chosen by clients for its bold, strategic approach to their work. The unique, multi-specialist team develops an understanding of clients' goals and long-term vision for their businesses, providing support from a logo refresh to full-stack brand…

Black Dog Designs is a full-service marketing agency chosen by clients for its bold, strategic approach to their work. The unique, multi-specialist team develops an understanding of clients' goals and long-term vision for their businesses, providing support from a logo refresh to full-stack brand…

Susan Swiatkowski is the Marketing Manager at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA, where she is responsible for fulfilling Macerich's marketing initiatives targeting their many key audiences: retailers, shoppers, community, media, investors, and the property team. Susan's responsibilities only…

The 24th annual Cycle the Erie Canal tour finished its eight-day journey on Sunday, July 17 in Albany. The approximately 750 riders who left from Buffalo a week earlier experienced some of the best sights that New York State has to offer over the week. 2022 marks the 24th year of the tour, organized…

Hayley Coriaty is a familiar face for NYSTIA Members. Hayley first joined the NYSTIA community as a teammate of LEGOLAND NY. She continued to be involved with her tourism colleagues when she joined Great Jones Distillery and now is beginning a new mission at One World Observatory as the Manager of…

How to get boaters to stay and spend - SPRINGFIELD, Va., July 13, 2022 – Many waterfront towns don't make it easy for visiting boaters to stay and spend. It's not their fault. Protected, safe harbors as well essential boating services such as fuel, utilities and bathrooms, are beyond the price…

Free Webinar will focus on adding interactive maps and 3D tours to travel and tourism websites Travel and Tourism websites are the appetizers to a destination. The content presented offers up a sneak peek for visitors and entices them to want more. Advance Media New York (AMNY) Travel & Tourism…

- Building a more sustainable future for travel is not only critical to protecting our planet, but also vital for the future growth and success of our industry. Travel businesses and organizations of all sizes—from airlines and hotels to airports and attractions—are already taking steps…