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: July 15, 2025

May & June “Oh, Canada” Travel Data Report

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…

posted: July 14, 2025

Discover Schenectady: "Skip the Stuff" Campaign

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…

posted: June 11, 2025

NYS DEC Acts to Sustain Support for Statewide Transition to Cleaner Vehicles

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) took action today to help provide much-needed certainty to manufacturers following unprecedented federal actions that challenge implementation of clean vehicle requirements. “The poor precedent set this week by some members of…

posted: May 28, 2025

Governor Hochul Announces Launch of I LOVE NY Summer Tourism and Travel Campaign

Comprehensive Marketing Effort Includes New Domestic and International Advertising, an I LOVE NY Mobile Marketing Tour, and Continued Industry Relations Efforts To Promote Visitation New Ads Can Be Viewed Here and Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of I LOVE NY's new integrated…

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: 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…

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