Resources & Insights

Browse our Resource Library for the latest industry insights, expert tips, policy updates, best practices and more affecting New York State's tourism industry.

posted: May 1, 2025

2025 NYS Tourism Conference Slide Decks & Reflections

View the Slide Decks | View All Photos As the 2025 New York State Tourism Conference concludes, I’d like to share a few heartfelt thank you ’s, offer some well-deserved congratulations, and leave you with an important reminder. First and foremost, thank you to the NYSTIA staff. As…

posted: November 5, 2024

How Does Tourism Drive Success in YOUR County? - 2023 Economic Impact

Tourism done right drives responsible, sustainable economic growth, local job creation, small business success, community vitality, and increased local/state tax revenues, all resulting in improved standard of living, quality of life and pride of place for New York State communities and residents.…

posted: August 28, 2024

Governor Hochul Announces Record-Breaking Tourism Numbers

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York welcomed a record-setting 306.3 million visitors in 2023, while also setting new historic highs for direct visitor spending and total economic impact associated with the state's tourism industry. Visitors to New York State contributed to a…

posted: May 13, 2025

2023-25 NYSTIA Weekly Newsletters

Keep in touch! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for updates, member news, resources, job postings, and more! May 6 - Celebrate NTTW25 by Nominating Your Best Work | NYC International Updates May 13 - Less Than 3 Weeks to Nominate | FY2026 Budget | Save the Date April 1st - Call for Nominations!…

posted: December 27, 2024

First-Of-Its-Kind Short-Term Rental Law Signed by Governor Hochul

View the press release on the New York State Senate website here Albany, NY (Dec. 23) – New York has taken a historic step in addressing housing challenges and short-term rental transparency with the signing of its first statewide Short-Term Rental Registry into law. Sponsored by Senator Michelle…

posted: December 19, 2024

Workforce Development Committee Resources

The workforce development panel was the highest-rated program at the 2023 NYS Tourism Conference in Oswego NY, featuring presentations on seasonal hiring, recruitment, training, and employee retention. Panel presenter and former chair of the NYSTIA Workforce Development Committee Jennifer Ackerson…

posted: November 12, 2024

Advocacy Outreach Update

As we approach the new legislative year and, for many organizations, the budget process, NYSTIA's committees and partners are working together to roll out informative advocacy campaigns and tools to support your efforts: New Yorkers: Take Your Vacation - This social media campaign and toolkit was…

posted: November 6, 2024

Wednesday Webinar Series: Fall 2024

We want to again say thank you to the presenters and members who joined us each week for our Fall Wednesday Webinar series! From data to marketing, earned media to advocacy, a wide range of topics were covered during these weekly morning breaks. Below you'll find the links to the recap for all…

posted: November 1, 2024

Parks & Trails New York Releases Economic Impact Report

This past Friday, Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) and partners released a new Economic Impact Report highlighting the crucial role our State Parks play in New York State's economy. Using one year of data from January 2021 to December 2021, the study finds that New York’s State Park System, due to…

posted: October 9, 2024

Governor Hochul Signs Legislative Package to Support New York's Hospitality Industry

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a legislative package designed to help small businesses open quickly and stay open longer with reduced costs and less paperwork requirements. Legislation S.8203/A.8427-A extends temporary permits to more New York City businesses. Legislation S.9685/A.7116 doubles the…

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