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POUGHKEEPSIE, NY– Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics Company, recently released their report “The Economic Impact of Tourism in New York" which showed 2017 tourism spending in Dutchess County increased 5.9% over 2016 to more than $601.5 million. This is the…

“BestFest NYS - A New York Showcase” is a new event that will take place Oct 12-13, 2018 at the new Expo Center at the NYS Fairgrounds.

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit images. Deadline August 31, 2018.

Figures represent a more than four percent increase over 2016.

Expansion part of a transformative, $108 million project that will add a new hotel and mixed-use development on site of former Inner Loop. The investment complements "Finger Lakes Forward" - the region's comprehensive strategy to revitalize communities and grow the economy.

NYSTIA seeks proposals from destinations and facilities for the "I Love New York" Empire State Tourism Conference 2019, 2020, 2021.

Multipurpose facility allows new opportunities for programs, events, and relaxing. Improvements solidify walkway as a premier destination on the Empire State Trail.

Memorializes Victims of the 2016 Pulse Nightclub Shooting in Orlando. Recognizes the Sacrifice of the LGBT Community and Celebrates New York's Commitment to a More Just and Inclusive Society.

New Pool Complex Includes Playground, Pollinator Garden, Disc Golf, and Pavilions. Project Completed Ahead of Schedule for Start of 2018 Swim Season.

Return of Popular Café Revitalizes Busy Corner Vacant Since 2004. $65 Million Committed Through 2020 in Renewal of Long Island's Most-Visited State Park.

Dutchess Tourism, Inc., of Poughkeepsie, and BBG&G Advertising and PR of Campbell Hall, have been recognized with two Gold Awards, a Service Industry Advertising (SIA) Award and a Hermes Creative Award.

The New York State Tourism Industry Association will present Tourism Excellence Awards this fall.

Media Conference to be held Tuesday, June 5th

Dutchess Tourism, Inc. (DTI) and Poughkeepsie Galleria are seeking proposals from artists for a commissioned mural project at the Poughkeepsie Galleria.

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce has transferred the Adirondack Craft Beverage Trail initiative to the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB.

The New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) has selected five recipients of 2018 scholarship awards from the Destinations of NYS Travel, Tourism, Hospitality & Culinary College Scholarship Fund.

Dutchess Tourism, Inc. (DTI) celebrated National Travel Rally Day with the announcement of the winners of the 2018 Dutchess Tourism Awards of Distinction.

A new study estimates $1.5 billion is generated annual along the NYS canal system by events, boat tours, bicycle and paddle-sport rentals and historic site/museum tours.

The Sullivan County Visitors Association shares that Condé Nast Traveler has announced the winners of its 2018 Hot List, with The DeBruce recognized as one of the 102 hottest hotel openings of the last year.

The Destination Marketing Corporation of Otsego County (DMCOC) will host a Tourism Summit on the afternoon of May 9, 2018 at the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum.