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 27, 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 May 20 - Nominate & Celebrate…

posted: April 26, 2025

DEC and Adirondack Mountain Reserve Announce Start of 2025 Parking Reservation System

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) today announced the parking reservation system to promote safe access to trails in the Route 73 corridor will resume May 1. Based on improved safety conditions in the corridor and positive user…

posted: March 24, 2025

Maple Month: Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Declaring 2025 Maple Weekends in New York State

Encourages New Yorkers To Support Local Producers by Visiting Local Sugarhouses, Boosting the Industry and Local Agri-Tourism Governor’s FY 2026 Executive Budget Includes Initiatives To Grow the Maple Industry and Help New York Become the Leading Maple Innovator Photos of Governor Hochul Visiting…

posted: February 18, 2025

The Impact of U.S.-Canada Relations on New York State Tourism

New York State’s economy is deeply connected to Canadian trade and travel, making it particularly vulnerable to the effects of a prolonged U.S.-Canada trade dispute. To support informed advocacy efforts, the Canadian Consulate General to New York has made a document available outlining key…

posted: January 27, 2025

Governor Hochul Announces Record Attendance at State Parks

Park Attendance Data Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced state parks, historic sites, campgrounds and trails operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) saw a record 88.3 million visits in 2024. Total visits statewide surged by…

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…

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