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: 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: May 28, 2024

Spring 2024 Wednesday Webinar Series Wrap-Up

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

posted: May 13, 2024

Key Takeaways from Future Partners' May 8th Update on the State of the American Traveler

The following provides the key takeaways from the May 8th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners. The presentation covered their research findings on Travel Sentiment Overview, Looking Forward, Business & Group Meeting Travel, and Recent Overnight Travel. The most…

posted: May 3, 2024

Key Takeaways from Destinations International April 24th Update on Structured for Success: Content Publishing Best Practices

The following provides the key takeaways from the April 24th Structured for Success: Content Publishing Best Practices webinar presented by Destinations International. The presentation covered website structure, content opportunities and best practices. The key takeaways are as follows: Website…

posted: April 29, 2024

Brand USA Partner Webinar Recap: The German Market

Brand USA's most recent Partner Webinar took a deep dive on the German market. Their team discussed upcoming events, in-market programs and ways to maximize partnership opportunities in Germany. Here are a few key takeaways: Outbound travel from Germany is projected to exceed pre-pandemic levels…

posted: January 30, 2024

RECAP: Perspectives on the Proposed Executive Budget

Mark Dorr, President of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA) provided insights and remarks on the Proposed Executive Budget and its effects on New York State's tourism industry. In this inaugural webinar, Mark discussed the budget and legislative advocacy priorities for…

posted: January 16, 2024

Key Takeaways from Future Partners: January 10th Update on the State of the American Traveler

The following provides the key takeaways from the January 10th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners. The presentation covered their research findings on Current Sentiment, Looking Forward, Marketing Travel, and Crowdsourcing Predictions for Travel in 2024. The most…

posted: December 18, 2023

Key Takeaways from Future Partners: December 13th Update on the State of the American Traveler

The following provides the key takeaways from the December 13th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners. The presentation covered their research findings on Travel Sentiment, Looking Forward, and Travel & Saving. The most significant findings are as follows: Travel…

posted: May 22, 2023

WEBINAR RECAP: EV Charging Infrastructure & How to Drive Travel, Tourism, and Local Economic Development

Kate Kruk* and the team at Livingston Energy partnered with NYSTIA and the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA) to provide compelling information and insights on EV infrastructure, logistics and incentives for the hospitality and tourism industry. The webinar was well attended…