April 23-25, 2025 | Canandaigua, N.Y.
2025 New York State Tourism Conference
Join us for the 2025 New York State Tourism Conference in picturesque Canandaigua, NY. This premier event is your chance to gain industry insights and inspiration while networking with some of the best minds, most experienced individuals, and trendsetting thought leaders in the tourism industry.
This year's theme: stewardship. We are excited to share with you a carefully curated program packed with unforgettable experiences and learning in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Connect with peers, industry veterans, and thought leaders during dedicated networking sessions. Build valuable relationships that can lead to new partnerships, collaborations, and growth!
Non-Member Registration: $795
Member Registration: $525 or $475 with $50 early bird discount; expires March 31, 2025
* If you are a 2025 NYSTIA Champion or Partner, you are already pre-registered.
Support the 2025 Scholarship Auction
We’re pleased to announce the return of the Destinations of New York State Scholarship Auction in 2025, an opportunity to support New York State tourism and hospitality students while bidding on exceptional items and experiences! We are currently seeking donations to make the auction a success! If you have a unique item, experience, or idea to contribute, we’d love to hear from you. Donate now - donations requested before March 31, 2025
The official auction will take place on the evening of Thursday, April 24th as part of the 2025 NYS Tourism Conference. We can't wait to see you there!
- Scholarship Auction Co-Chairs:
Jennifer Ackerson, Alon Tourism Solutions
James Sauter, rove
Host Hotel:
Host Hotel: Hotel Canandaigua
Address: 205 Lakeshore Dr, Canandaigua, NY 14424, United States
3/3 Update: SOLD OUT
Second Hotel - Rooms Available!
Host Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Canandaigua
Address: 330 Eastern Blvd Canandaigua, New York 14424
Hosted By:
There are many reasons to visit the Finger Lakes - gorgeous lakes, wine and culinary highlights, exceptional hiking and biking, skiing, golf in our great outdoors, and of course, our family friendly atmosphere. Whatever brought you to the FLX, we are glad you found us and hope you brought your sense of adventure and wonder for the things that make Ontario County in the Finger Lakes unique.
Proud Partner Of:
The New York State Division of Tourism is part of the Empire State Development Corporation and goes to market under the consumer brand I LOVE NEW YORK.
Presenting Partners:
Rove is a leading travel & tourism data and analytics company. Leading tourism organizations & destinations globally rely on their tourism data & analytic products and industry expertise to navigate change, maximize travel visitation, and grow revenues.
Miles is a strategic marketing company focused exclusively on travel and tourism, working with more than 90 destinations and hospitality businesses to create forward-thinking print and digital content marketing solutions.
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