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Pittsford, New York – November 9, 2023 – Donald G. Bennett, Jr. practically grew up in the outdoor hospitality industry, and his years of dedication to that industry was honored on November 4th as Campground Owners of New York (CONY) inducted him as the 18th member of its Hall of Fame.   The…

Can you believe it’s time for another round of nominations for the Tourism Excellence Awards? It seems like just the other day we were in Rochester with our colleagues, celebrating and highlighting the winners from 2022. Our committee is excited to see what’s in store for 2023, and that’s…

Last weekend NYSTIA promoted your destinations at the Adirondack Sports & Northeast Ski Expo at the Albany Capital Center. The two-day show saw thousands of outdoor enthusiasts seeking winter and outdoor adventure opportunities across the state. Our booth was on a corner next to the New York…

Madeleine Gionet, Director of Marketing at New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, will speak at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference on their upcoming Centennial celebrations and the formation of the parks and historic sites system we know and love today. Learn more about…

LAKE GEORGE, NY — The Lake George Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau (LGRCVB) announces its newest hire, Emily Frost, for the position of Senior Sales and Services Manager. This role is a transition for Frost within the organization, who previously served as Membership Manager for the…

The Hosts of the 2025 World Canals Conference are seeking creative proposals from a full-service marketing and public relations consultant to assist with promotion and attendance building for the World Canals Conference to be held September 21-25, 2025 in Buffalo and the Western New York region.…

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. — Visit the Taste NY Vending Market at the Adirondacks Welcome Center to discover an array of delightful products that help you honor a Veteran in your life or enhance your Thanksgiving celebration with family and friends. Whether you're just in need of a quick snack or…

PIER 57 * Thursday, December 14 * 1 PM to 6 PM   You're invited! Google is hosting a free event for small businesses at Pier 57 in NYC on December 14th to share best practices and showcase the latest free products and features that make doing business easier for restaurants, hotels, attractions and…

From October 26 to 28, the NYSTIA travel show booth was featured at the ITS2023 (New York International Travel Show) at the Javits Center in New York City. NYSTIA's booth anchored a New York State pavilion at the event, featuring ten different organizations from across the state. We were located…

LIBERTY, NY – Roberta Byron-Lockwood, President and CEO of the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, is the recipient of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association’s (NYSHTA) Outstanding Tourism Executive of the Year award. Part of NYSHTA’s annual Stars of the Industry program,…

Last Sunday, NYSTIA attended the AAA Travel Cleveland Vacation Expo. Over 1,000 attendees came through the expo, wanting to learn about New York State destinations, primarily looking for unique experiences and family-friendly adventures. The Dream Destinations Travel Show in Springfield was…

  Chez Chesak, Executive Director of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, will speak on the recreational development for rural economies at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference. In particular, Chez will speak on how CVB's with limited staff and financial resources can develop and maximize outdoor…

The following provides the key takeaways from the October 11th State of the American Traveler webinar presented by Future Partners (previously Destination Analysts).  The presentation covered their research findings on travel loyalty, travel sentiment, marketing travel, community & local…

Janette Roush, Executive Vice President, Marketing & Digital at New York City Tourism + Conventions, will speak on ChatGPT and how tourism professionals can utilize the technology at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference. In this session, Janette will answer questions about ChatGPT (Is the technology…

October 2023 – In the picturesque landscapes of Otsego County, a financial savior quietly looms, often adorned with a camera and a sense of adventure - the tourist. A recent, eye-opening tourism impact report unveils a staggering reality: without the robust $352 million injected into the…

The New Destination for the Most Winter Fun Magical Attractions Will Transform the Lake George, N.Y., Areainto the Northeast’s New Wintertime Destination for Family Entertainment   LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. – This winter, Lake George, N.Y., will welcome a pair of magical celebrations to…

Geoff Freeman, the new President & CEO of U.S. Travel, will be the Keynote Speaker at the 2024 NYS Tourism Conference held in Niagara Falls, New York on April 17-19. NYSTIA members are encouraged to attend and introduce the hospitality that is New York State's tourism industry! "Geoff Freeman…

Batavia, NY – The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce officially published an original 28-page soft cover children’s storybook, “Genny Sees The Eclipse” in commemoration of the 2024 total solar eclipse that will dip the county into deep twilight for 3 minutes and 42seconds.…

Did you know that the most attended National Drive Electric Week event in the country is in Schenectady, NY? As part of NYSTIA's effort to promote sustainable tourism, we exhibited at the New York Capital District Drive Electric Week & Sustainability Fair in Schenectady, NY. We saw attendees of all…

New York State in the August/September issue of ROVA - The Magazine For Epic Road Trips had some rock star inclusions in both the Brewery and Fishing content features:   3rd Annual Brewery Round Up: Earn Your Beers - Breweries that are worth the drive - "ROVA explores a range of hidden taprooms…