We're thrilled to announce, that after consulting with the NYSTIA Events Committee and Tourism Excellence Awards Committee, the 2024 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards Ceremony & Reception will be held at the iconic and beautiful Canfield Casino, nestled in the heart of Congress Park! 

The Canfield Casino is one of Saratoga Springs' most talked about and recognizable landmarks. The Casino, originally dubbed the Saratoga Club House, was built by John Morrissey in 1870 as part of Congress Hall, which was a large resort hotel that contributed to giving Saratoga Springs its fame as the Spa City. The Casino has had a long and prominent history in the city, with illegal gambling, and rumors of paranormal activity, and most recently it has become one of the best wedding venues in Saratoga.

Just a short, 5-minute scenic walk from our host hotel, the Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, the Canfield Casino is perfectly situated in downtown Saratoga Springs. This prime location offers you the opportunity to explore the incredible dining experiences the city has to offer while you celebrate the Awards with your tourism friends and colleagues!

"I’m excited to share that Advance Media NY will once again be the presenting sponsor of the 2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & New York State Tourism Excellence Awards in picturesque Saratoga Springs, NY! 

The Tourism Excellence Awards celebrate the most creative and successful campaigns, publications, individuals, and projects from across the state. This event always inspires us to strive for excellence, adopt best practices, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Our team at Advance Media NY, a full-service advertising and marketing agency, applauds the all organizations who submitted entries for the awards. Our friends and clients across the state have done amazing work and Advance Media NY will showcase the winners in a video tribute produced by our award-winning creative team at the Tourism Excellence Awards ceremony on September 12.

The annual meeting is the premier event for gaining industry insights and inspiration. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network with some of the brightest minds, most experienced professionals, and trendsetting thought leaders in the tourism industry. New York Tourism organizations truly bring their best to this event.

This September, treat yourself to a visit to Saratoga Springs, where history, arts, culture, and natural beauty await you. Join me and be inspired by the innovative and highly successful Tourism Excellence Award recipients. Don’t miss out!"

Honorees are listed alphabetically by category.

“2023: Journey to The Strong” 
from The Strong National Museum of Play
Excellence in International Tourism Marketing: New York Tourism Ambassador

John Percy 
from Destination Niagara USA
Excellence in Leadership: Career/Lifetime Achievement

“The Strong’s Expansion Campaign” 
from The Strong National Museum of Play
Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing: Private Sector Entity
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Saratoga Arms Hotel Marketing Campaign” 

from Black Dog LLC on behalf of the Saratoga Arms Hotel
Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing: Private Sector Entity
- Budget under $500,000

“NYS Canal Corporation “More Voices” Brochure” 

from BBG&G Integrated Marketing on behalf of the NYS Canal Corporation
Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing: Regional or Statewide
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Education and Industry Relations Committees” 

from the Guides Association of New York City
Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing: Regional or Statewide
- Budget under $500,000

“GeneSEEtheEclipse Project” 

from Genesee County Chamber of Commerce
Excellence in Overall Tourism Marketing: TPA/County/DMO Local Level

“Accessible Dutchess” 

from Dutchess Tourism, Inc.
Excellence in Tourism Equity & Inclusion
- Budget Over $500,000

“Inside Out Tours LLC” 

from Inside Out Tours LLC
Excellence in Tourism Equity & Inclusion
- Budget Under $500,000

“Surveying Local Communities to Drive Organizational Success” 

from the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST)
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Creative Use of Data to Drive Success
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Follow the Money: Paid Media Attribution Campaign for Visit the Lake George Area” 

from Workshop on behalf of Warren County Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Creative Use of Data to Drive Success
- Budget under $500,000

“Orange County Top Destinations Video and Digital Marketing Campaign” 

from Focus Media on behalf of Orange County Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Digital Marketing Campaign
- Budget $500,000 or more

“2023 Miss New York Destination Experiences By Rail” 

from Content Studio New York
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Digital Marketing Campaign
- Budget under $500,000

“Dutchess County Bike Tour Guide” 

from Dutchess Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: The Great Outdoors of NYS

“Catskill Cuisine” 

from Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Innovations & Strategies to Address New/Unique/Changing Markets
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Find Your Catskills: Inspiring Diverse Creators to Discover the Great Northern Catskills” 

from Workshop on behalf of the Great Northern Catskills of Greene County
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Innovations & Strategies to Address New/Unique/Changing Markets
- Budget under $500,000

“2023 Orange County Tourism Travel Guide” 

from Focus Media on behalf of Orange County Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Printed Materials
- Budget $500,000 or more 

“Discover Tug Hill Visitor Guides” 

from Naturally Lewis
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Printed Materials
- Budget under $500,000

“Public Relations Campaign - International Underground Railroad Month Group FAM & Media Event” 

from Tour Cayuga (Cayuga County CVB)
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Public Relations Campaign
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Wayne County Bicentennial Campaign” 

from Wayne County Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Public Relations Campaign
- Budget under $500,000

“Brave Women FLX” 

from Tour Cayuga (Cayuga County CVB)
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Trails & Itineraries
- Budget $500,000 or more

“Washington County Tourism - Experiential Trails” 

from Black Dog LLC on behalf of Washington County Tourism
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Trails & Itineraries
- Budget under $500,000

“Dutchess Certified Tourism Ambassador Program” 

from Dutchess Tourism, Inc.
Excellence in Tourism Marketing Campaigns, Projects & Programs: Visitor Service

“GARNER Historic District of New York” 

from GARNER Historic District of New York
Excellence in Tourism Stewardship: Shaping a Better Future

Alyssa Senecal 

from the Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau
Excellence in Young Professional Leadership

Governor Kathy Hochul

New York State Governor
The New Yorker Award