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Dutchess County Tourism is inviting our community to support our local service industry and give a #DutchessAirFive!As the officially designated DMO for Dutchess County, we were asked by our local leadership for ideas on an initiative to support our local service industry. We discussed ideas among…

From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 11:52 AM on April 14 The major provisions we secured in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act were a good first step to help travel businesses and our workforce. However, we knew immediately that more work needed to be done to clarify what relief…

From Governor Cuomo @ 8:39 PM on April 13: This afternoon, I launched a multi-state council along with Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey, Governor Ned Lamont of Connecticut, Governor Tom Wolf of Pennsylvania, Governor John Carney of Delaware, Governor Gina Raimondo of Rhode Island, and Governor…

COVID-19 Research Update from Brand USA: April 16 at 3:00 PMHosted by Carroll Rheem, Vice President Research & AnalyticsREGISTER HEREBrand USA's Vice President, Research & Analytics Carroll Rheem is hosting a research webinar for Brand USA partners to provide an update on international…

From Governor Cuomo @ 7:24 PM on April 11This holiday weekend I wish all who celebrate - Happy Easter. We remind New Yorkers that Easter celebrations should be enjoyed only with immediate family to reduce the spread of COVID-19. I know this is a very challenging time, but we must continue to social…

Edition 2: Mobile Location Data Trends with UberMedia & Insights from Chattanooga Tourism Co.Miles Partnership is coordinating and curating the latest research and updates from industry leaders related to COVID-19 and the tourism industry in an effort to bring you thoughtful and fact-based…

From Governor Cuomo @ 7:10 PM on April 9 Now is not the time to relax and be complacent. I am proud that New Yorkers have so far acted responsibly, and diligently, and we are saving lives by the actions we are taking today. I've said we're "New York Tough," because every day is tough on many, many…

From Governor Cuomo @ 7:09 PM on April 8 I wish all who celebrate a happy and meaningful Passover. I know that celebrating this year will be different, but there is a lesson of hope we can all take from Passover. This holiday is about recognizing the past and learning from it. It's about remembering…

Honor America's Travel Industry May 3 – 9, 2020!National Travel and Tourism Week is an annual tradition for the U.S. travel community. It's a time when travel and tourism professionals across the country unite to celebrate the value travel holds for our economy, businesses and…

Utica, NY (April 7, 2020) – Oneida County Tourism (OCT) is excited to share an uplifting video they created showcasing local tourism partners. Last week, OCT asked local attractions and hotels to submit pictures for a video project. They requested images that showed them working…

From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 8:53 PM on April 7__ Federal/Legislative Updates: With implementation of the CARES Act underway, conversations on Capitol Hill have quickly moved to the next phase of legislation. While another sweeping relief package (Phase 4) is still on the table for the coming weeks,…

From Governor Cuomo @ 8:28 PM on April 7 As the weather gets warmer, I know that many New Yorkers want nothing more than to be outdoors and with friends. But right now it's crucial that we continue to practice social distancing. (You can go outside for walks or exercise — but you must stick to…

Matching Funds: $3,800,000 in fiscal '21, down $500K from fiscal '20; down $1M from fiscal '19

From Governor Cuomo @ 8:06 PM on April 5 For many of us, this month is special; it is the season of renewal for Christians, Jews and Muslims, who celebrate some of the holiest days of the calendar in April. It will be different this year, as New Yorkers are still directed to stay at home and to…

From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 6:46 PM on April 2We know there are a lot of questions around DMO eligibility and 501(c)(6) organizations in particular as it relates to availability for financial relief in the CARES Act. We have a wealth of information on our Relief Resources page, including a quick…

From Governor Cuomo @ 8:29 PM on April 2 Tens of thousands of selfless healthcare workers have answered our urgent call to join New York's active healthcare force, including 21,000 people who live out of state. It's inspiring, and I personally promise that when the time comes, New York will repay…

LONG ISLAND, NY (March 31, 2020) – Amid the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, Discover Long Island shares a positive message for the region with new “Hold Fast" campaign and Community Partner Program designed to support and inspire residents, the business community, and the Nation that this storm too…

From Governor Cuomo @ 7:29 PM on April 1 Many people have asked me, how bad is this pandemic going to be? While we can't predict the future, we are using a number of models to forecast when and what the "apex" of the virus might be. The forecasts show a range of possibilities based on the key factor…

Dear New York State tourism colleagues: I hope you, your teams and your loved ones are safe, sound and healthy during these unprecedented and uncertain times. Fortunately, in New York State, we entered this crisis as a tourism community filled with incredible talent, knowledge and heart, and we…

From Tori Emerson Barnes @ 9:27 PM March 30 After last week's passage of the CARES Act, we know that many of you have questions about what aid you qualify for and how you can apply for it. I wanted to share several U.S. Travel resources that may be able to help provide some answers and make sure our…