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Dutchess Tourism, Inc. (DTI) announced the launch of Commander in Cheers, an innovative augmented reality initiative aimed at sparking new engagement with the Revolutionary War history of Dutchess County, kicking off a multiyear celebration of the United States of America’s Semiquincentennial on…

Being recognized for our accomplishments is like fuel to a fire. It’s time to recognize the New York State tourism industry’s amazing work through the NYSTIA Tourism Excellence Awards! The Tourism Excellence Awards will be the highlight of the annual meeting in Saratoga in September 2024 and as…

During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, Colleen Onuffer and Colleen Senglaub from Break the Ice Media presented their topic: The Value of Earned Media. Earned media is one of the many aspects of tourism marketing efforts, with huge dividends: earned media helps build authenticity and…

♥ Win a Valentine's Day Treat at "Be Mine, Traveler" – A Special Event for Destination Professionals! ♥ Join Susan Green from Paperkite this Valentine's Day for an insightful virtual event tailored for destination marketing and tourism professionals. Discover our top ten tourism marketing…

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 saw a record 84.1 million visits in 2023. Total visits statewide surged by nearly 4.7…

In the Value of Earned Media, attendees will get an overview of earned media and learn how it can be an effective addition to your marketing mix. We’ll also cover 2024 Outdoor Travel trends and how these may impact your earned media strategy. Why You Should Attend: To learn how earned media fits…

The Doubletree Niagara Falls NY is known for its dedicated customer service, excellent food and beverage choices and a location second to none in Niagara Falls NY. Situated on the Upper Niagara River, we are a quick walk to Niagara Falls State Park, which ultimately leads you to the brink of Niagara…

During last week's Lunch & Learn Webinar, David Krauss, CEO and Co-founder of Rent Responsibly, presented their topic: How to Effectively Leverage Your Short-Term Rental Community. Rent Responsibly enables DMOs to connect with STR hosts in their destination to provide education that evaluates guest…

Visit Finger Lakes has shared a RFP concerning their exciting Virtual Museum project; a multi-year, multi-faceted endeavor that will bring Augmented Reality to their historic markers, statues, and plaques in Ontario County. Please see the below RFP attached for Creative Services in Augmented…

Mark Dorr, President of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSHTA) provided insights and remarks on the Proposed Executive Budget and its effects on New York State's tourism industry. In this inaugural webinar, Mark discussed the budget and legislative advocacy priorities for…

Renderings Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of a major construction project to enhance the passenger experience and transform the Greater Binghamton Airport into a modern, state-of-the-art gateway for travelers living in and visiting the Southern Tier Region. Major…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the grand opening for the $35 million Cambria Hotel in Lake Placid – the first new hotel to open in Lake Placid since 2013. The modern, 105,645-square-foot hotel features 185 guest rooms, a restaurant, event space and a waterfront gathering area, and will…

Last weekend, NYSTIA exhibited at Pittsburgh's only dedicated travel and tourism marketing event, the 2024 Pittsburgh travel showcase Presented By AAA Travel. The three-day showcase saw many dedicated travelers looking to plan their next New York State vacation. Attendees were interested in…

Mayor Bob Restaino was born and raised right in Niagara Falls. After graduating from Niagara Catholic and studying history and political science at NCCC and Niagara University for undergraduate studies, Bob completed law school at UB. From the beginning, Bob always intended to stay and practice law…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the highlights of the FY 2025 Budget. This budget reflects Governor Hochul’s commitment to making New York more affordable, more livable and safer – while utilizing a fiscally responsible approach that keeps the State on a steady path for years to come.…

Attention Local Organizations and DMO’s: Get additional PR for your Upcoming Events and Festivals by listing them FOR FREE on the DisoverUpstateNY.com tourism website’s Events Calendar Page! The DiscoverUpstateNY website features thousands of attractions and is seen by 80-200K viewers a…

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State has been awarded $15 million in federal funding to build out electric vehicle charging. The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will improve access to…

I am excited to be on the Tourism Excellence Awards Committee where we highlight and recognize your hard work throughout the year! We have a great year ahead for New York State Tourism and we can’t wait to share what you have been working on! Recognizing this state for all it contributes to the…

2024 State of the State "Our New York, Our Future" Available Here Governor Kathy Hochul today delivered the 2024 State of the State Address and released her “Our New York, Our Future” agenda. The State of the State includes 204 bold initiatives to make New York more affordable, more livable and…

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York Sea Grant (NYSG) today announced $388,289 in grant awards for eight projects that address the diverse environmental needs of waterfront communities in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River region. Funding for these projects…