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Join us on Thursday morning in Lake George at the 2025 NYS Tourism Excellence Summit where Karen Kuhl, Executive Director at Cayuga County C&VB, Inc., will share the guiding principles, pivotal moments, and hard-won lessons that have shaped her leadership journey in tourism. From building…

On Thursday morning in Lake George at the 2025 NYS Tourism Excellence Summit, hear the story of the planning for the award-winning New York By Rail 20th Anniversary Issue from Tom Martinelli, CEO/Chief Content Officer at Content Studio New York. Learn how New York By Rail magazine…

Destinations of NYS Scholarship Golf Tournament Spend a day on the course with your tourism industry colleagues at the annual DONYS Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament featuring a beautiful Par 70 course, food and refreshments, fun activities, and staggered tee times. Details/Register Now…

My friends at the New York State Tourism Industry Association often say, “Tourism is everyone’s business,” and they’re right — thriving tourism strengthens local economies, supports jobs, and brings vibrancy to communities. That’s why I’m excited to share…

Join us Friday morning at the 250 Commemoration Summit to hear from Christopher Koetzle, Executive Director at the New York State Association of Towns, who will be highlighting members' unique stories and identities, eventually bringing them to live in a documentary film, as we approach America's…

Join us Friday morning at the 250 Commemoration Summit to hear from Jonathan Lane, Executive Director at Revolution 250, who will give background to major events of the Massachusetts 250th so far. Learn about the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Massacre, the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea…

Join us on Thursday morning in Lake George at the 2025 NYS Tourism Excellence Summit with Natasha Caputo, Director of Westchester County Tourism & Film and Trish Nugent, Senior Vice President - Head of Public Relations & Public Affairs at Mower, to discover how Westchester County turned…

Project To Enhance Passenger Experience and Pave Way for a World-Class Travel Hub in Central New York Airport Boulevard Bridges Rehabilitated; Expanded North Concourse, New Federal Inspection Station, and Added Seating and Concession Areas Create World-Class Gateway Syracuse Airport Awarded $20…

Thank you to all of our 2025 Tourism Champions! The commitment of 40+ destinations to our programming and consumer travel shows schedule had a profound impact in 2025. Your support enabled us to invest in an expanded schedule and additional events. We added Boston, Chicago & Washington to the…

Grants and Interest-Free Financing are Helping the Town Upgrade its Sewer System Without Overburdening Local Ratepayers Governor Hochul today announced the completion of a critical $3.1 million wastewater infrastructure improvement project in the Town of Westport, Essex County. The improvements not…

$3.8 Million in Funding Available To Support Community Revitalization and Environmental Stewardship This Round of Smart Growth Grants Focuses on Environmental Protection, Economic Development, and Community Livability; Informational Webinar Scheduled for July 23 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced…

The May & June edition of the Oh, Canada Travel Data Report is now available, offering valuable insights into Canadian travel sentiment, emerging trends, and key developments such as the launch of the Canada Strong Pass. This report provides timely data to support strategic planning and engagement…

SCHENECTADY, NY (July 10, 2025) — Discover Schenectady today announced its participation in the national “Skip the Stuff” campaign, a voluntary initiative aimed at reducing unnecessary single-use items in takeout and delivery orders while promoting sustainable practices among Schenectady…

NYSTIA staff, friends and colleagues were on hand for the opening of Greene County's new Visitor Center on July 3, 2025. The full press release is linked below, but in particular I wanted to share the remarks of Patty Austin - they reflect both the heritage and the future of tourism in Greene…

Photos from the event can be found here ALBANY, NY – Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site unveiled historically-accurate upgrades and new accessibility features, transporting visitors to the 18th century. The series of improvements to the site’s interior were introduced at a ribbon…

CORTLAND, NY – Experience Cortland, the official tourism promotion agency for Cortland County, is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new website,ExperienceCortland.com, along with an innovative Trip Planner Widget designed to help visitors craft their perfect getaway.   Developed…

(Saratoga Springs, NY) – A bronze sculpture depicting Solomon Northup, the former Saratoga Springs resident, author of the best-selling memoir Twelve Years A Slave, and subject of the 2013 Academy Award-winning film, was unveiled today during a ceremony at Saratoga Spa State Park. The…

TROY, NY – The New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) today announced the recipients of the 2025 New York State Tourism Excellence. Each year, this program honors exceptional achievements by New York’s destination marketing organizations, attractions, and tourism professionals…

COOPERSTOWN, NY - Paddlers, local officials, and community members gathered at the edge of Otsego Lake earlier today - Thursday, June 26, National Canoe Day - to celebrate the official launch of the New York Susquehanna Basin Water Trail (NYSBWT), an exciting new outdoor destination for paddlers and…

In 2027, URCNYS will mark two centuries since New York State took the historic step to abolish the institution of slavery, an important moment in our centuries long journey toward a free and just nation. As we approach this moment in our shared history, URCNYS invites you to join us in honoring the…