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: March 15, 2023

Key Takeaways from Destination Analysts: March 8th Update on The State of the American Traveler

The following provides NYSTIA Data Analyst Ryan Maercklein's insight and takeaways from the March 8th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Destination Analysts. The presentation encompassed a variety of important topics including economic concerns, travel prices and inflation, and…

posted: March 14, 2023

Key Takeaways from Destination Analysts: March 8th Update on The State of the American Traveler

The following provides NYSTIA Data Analyst Ryan Maercklein's insight and takeaways from the March 8th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Destination Analysts. The presentation encompassed a variety of important topics including economic concerns, travel prices and inflation, and…

posted: March 6, 2023

In Memory of Robin Dropkin, PTNY's Long-Standing Executive Director

The board, staff, and membership of the New York State Tourism Industry Association extend their condolences to the staff, board, and family of Robin Dropkin, PTNY’s long-standing executive director. Robin passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, February 26, surrounded by loved ones. …

posted: March 6, 2023

What is Sustainable Tourism?

Sustainable tourism is becoming a prominent topic when discussing the future of the industry. To effectively embody sustainable tourism, we need to fully understand its scope. First off, what is Sustainable Tourism? Sustainable Tourism is defined by the UN Environment Program and UN World Tourism…

posted: March 6, 2023

DEAI Case Study: How a Request from Disney Kick-Started Discover Schenectady's DEIA Strategy

When Disney's Broadway production of Aladdin was getting ready to play in Schenectady, one of the show's executives asked the staff at Proctors Theatre if they or anyone in Schenectady had a list of LGBTQ and MWBE-owned businesses they could share with the cast & crew. Realizing that they did not,…

posted: February 22, 2023

February Employee Benefits Tips and Guidance from NYSTIA Member Brown & Brown

In their Employee Benefits February Newsletter, NYSTIA Member Brown & Brown Inc. provided important guidance on a number of issues, most notably: New Laws Expand Pregnancy and Nursing Accomodations Two new laws that were included in the federal Omnibus Appropriations Bill, enacted on Dec. 29, 2022,…

posted: February 21, 2023

Erie County Seeking Partners Interested in Revitalizing Historic Mansion and Stables at Wendt Beach

Recent improvements at Wendt Beach pave the way for historic structure’s next chapter ERIE COUNTY, NY— Erie County today released a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) that seeks to identify one or more partners interested in transforming the historic Wendt mansion and stables at Wendt…

posted: February 14, 2023

News from Advance Media NY - Matching Grants are back!

As the New York State Travel & Tourism community plans for 2023, matching marketing funds await. Advance Media New York announces a return of the matching grant program for the New York State travel and tourism industry. This exciting initiative provides matching marketing dollars to…

posted: February 13, 2023

RFP for Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYC EDC) is looking to contract venues for what they are calling Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers. Below is an overview/summary of the RFP: Looking for sites throughout New York state to temporarily house asylum seekers in a…

posted: February 1, 2023

Key Takeaways from Destination Analysts: February 1st Update on The State of the American Traveler

The following provides NYSTIA Data Analyst Ryan Maercklein's insight and takeaways from the February 1st State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Destination Analysts. The presentation encompassed a few important topics including travel sentiment, economic concerns, and travel…

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