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: June 5, 2024

NOAA Unveils New Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary

A note from Bob Provost: Many of our members had already heard about the efforts to create a National Marine Sanctuary (New York's first) along New York's Lake Ontario coastline at the 2023 New York State Tourism Conference in Oswego. We are delighted to share that last week the National Oceanic…

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 17, 2024

Governor Hochul Announces Historic $50 Million Investment in the New York State Canals System

Funding Will Support Critical Infrastructure Projects Along Navigable Waterway and at Legacy Water Impounding Structures All Canal Locks and Lift Bridges Operating Today through October 16th Video of First Vessels Entering Erie Canal at Waterford Here Photos of First Vessels Entering Erie…

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: April 23, 2024

The New Yorker Hotel - NYSTIA's NYC Headquarters Hotel

NYSTIA Members Enjoy Preferred Rate, Fee Waiver At Iconic Hotel The New Yorker Hotel, host of the 2022 NYSTIA Annual Meeting, is now NYSTIA's headquarters hotel in Manhattan! Room Rates: NYSTIA members now enjoy a dynamic negotiated rate of 25% off BAR (Best Advertised Rate) - and facility fees…

posted: March 29, 2024

You're Invited! Join NYSTIA's DEAI Committee

NYSTIA acknowledges and advocates the need to cultivate diversity, equitability and inclusion (DEI) of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries of New York State. We encourage, equip and solicit best practices in workforce development, board building, and marketing and welcoming to diverse…

posted: March 12, 2024

DEC Announces 2024 I BIRD NY Challenge

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the start of the 2024 ‘I BIRD NY’ Challenge for birders of all ages and abilities. The challenge provides opportunities to identify birds and learn about birdlife and awards program finishers…

posted: March 5, 2024

Governor Hochul Announces Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series Coming to New York's North Country Region

Ticket Sales Begin Tomorrow – Tickets Will Be Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Lake Placid will host a round of the WHOOP UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) Mountain Bike World Series – the world’s premier mountain biking circuit – for the first time September…

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