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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…

Member support and participation in the Market NY Recovery & Resurgence grant programs have been gratifying! Both the Canada PR program and the Advance Media tri-state print and the digital program ended up over-subscribed with over thirty (30) participants between them. The spring 2022 Brand…

  Based on mobile location data, the percentage of visitors from New York (living outside the NY region they visited) who spent at least one night in an upstate region (excl. NYC/Long Island) was calculated and averaged across these regions. An overnight stay is defined as tourist that arrived…

View full email from Finger Lakes Visitors ConnectionsGrants and Funding WorkshopMay 23, 2022 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. NY Kitchen, CanandaiguaRSVP by May 18 to Partners@VisitFingerLakes.com Industry partners and small businesses – Do you need help deciphering the different grant opportunities that…

WATERFORD, NY- The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the New York State Canal Corporation, through the Reimagine the Canals initiative, are pleased to announce that 38 non-profit organizations and municipalities will receive grants in 2022 totaling$259,300. The grants will support 11…

AUBURN, NY — On June 25, 2022, the Downtown Auburn Saturday Market will open for its fourth season, but this year with a new location. The public market is moving from the Auburn NY Visitor Center, 25 South Street, to Genesee Street in the Downtown Auburn Business Improvement…

It's certainly a challenge to 'crystal ball' the outlook for travel spending in New York State for the summer season of 2022. All other things being equal, we would anticipate a spectacular (need I say 'resurgent') travel market. But all other things are not equal. On the upside, we've tracked…

Just-Aired Episode of “On the Water: Angling Adventures" Showcases World-Class Fishing Opportunities in Western New York, Supported and Enhanced by Waters from the Erie CanalThe NBC Sports television show “On the Water: Angling Adventures" recently featured the…

New York's tourism professionals, 'recovery and resurgence' recognized. TROY, NY – In observance of National Travel and Tourism Week, the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) today announced the recipients of the 2022 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards. The outstanding work of New York…

Kellen Kruse is Head of Tourism Solutions & Partnerships at AirDNA where he oversees North American DMO and government sales. As the world's leading provider of short-term vacation rental data and analytics, AirDNA tracks the daily performance of more than 10 million properties on Airbnb, Vrbo,…