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U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the Biden administration's announcement of goals for travel and tourism in 2025: “We applaud the Biden administration for taking important steps to welcome international visitors. The United States…

Join on Wednesday November 6th at 9:15 AM for a presentation by Elissa Mitchell, digital marketing manager from Corporate Communications, Inc. to learn how you can increase traffic to your website via search results with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Elissa will review the key components to…

NYSTIA's Bob Provost and Nate Gresock were in Rochester on October 22 to address the 2024 Partners For Workforce and Economic Development Conference (presented by the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals in partnership with the New York State Economic Development Council).…

Help turn unused paid time off (PTO) into increased holiday travel in New York State! Join on Wednesday, October 30th at 9:15 AM for a briefing from NYSTIA's Bob Provost featuring Kayla Lloyd and Silvia Marin from  BBB&G Integrated Marketing. Why You Should Attend This Session: Would…

During last week's Wednesday Webinar Bridget Cerrone and Matthew Sourwine from Advance Media NY presented their topic: Incorporating Vox Pop Content in Your Destination’s Marketing Strategy.  Some insights from the webinar: Video is the best way to showcase your destination  People are watching…

The New York City Tourism + Conventions Board of Directors today announced its selection of Julie Coker as President and CEO. She will begin the role on December 9, 2024.  Ms. Coker currently serves as the President and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA), where she oversees the…

Travelers are increasingly seeking a unique, authentic travel experience. As destinations strive to be more data-driven and focused on destination development efforts, measuring and tracking the visitor experience is increasingly important. Destinations International’s 2023 Future Trends Study, in…

The Empire State of Pride Conference, New York State’s inaugural conference for Pride organizers, will be held on Friday, November 8th in Syracuse. This one-day event is designed to support the LGBTQ community across the state by offering opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration…

Last weekend, New York State tourism destinations were represented in our exhibit at the "Travel Show Trifecta" weekend! All across the Northeast, the NYSTIA team made sure that the charm and diversity of New York State were top of mind.  Nate Gresock was in Ohio at the AAA Cleveland Vacation Expo,…

During last week's Wednesday Webinar Seth Orozco, Sales Director at Sojern presented his topic: Data-Driven Strategies To Boost Tourism and Increase Ticket Sales.  Some insights from the webinar: What is the most valuable resource on Earth?  Data is now the most valuable asset in the…

Mark your calendars for a fun-filled Fall Fest Weekend in Skaneateles, starting Friday, October 25th! This charming lakeside village is pulling out all the stops for a family-friendly celebration full of activities for kids and adults alike. From scavenger hunts and walking tours to cozy fall…

After a successful three-day Lake George Village Oktoberfest, Adirondack Brewery is continuing Oktoberfest season with the block party of the year located on Sewell Street in Lake George. Organizers added an extra hour to this year’s Adirondack Oktoberfest Charity Block Party and have doubled…

During last week's Wednesday Webinar Jessie McNaughton owner of Lift Bridge Yarn and creator of the NY Fiber Trail presented her topic: Creating a Niche Tourism Trail.  Some insights from the webinar: Background on Jessie  Knitting since she was 10 years old  Owns a yarn shop in Fairport, NY …

Joe Turkel is the President and Group Publisher of Globelite Travel Marketing - DreamScapes Travel & Lifestyle Magazine, which publishes print and digital magazines focusing on the travel and tourism sectors. Their goal is to produce high-quality publications designed to engage and inspire their…

The Friends of the New York State Military Museum will host award-winning historian and author Colonel (Ret.) Kevin J. Weddle at the museum at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. The museum is located at 61 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs. The by-invitation only event will allow those invited to meet Col.…

Join us on Wednesday October 23rd at 9:15 AM for a presentation by Bridget Cerrone & Matt Sourwine from Advance Media New York to learn how best to use your content well! Come and learn how Vox Pops can be beneficial for your destination! By bringing a unique blend of humor, energy, and…

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a legislative package designed to help small businesses open quickly and stay open longer with reduced costs and less paperwork requirements. Legislation S.8203/A.8427-A extends temporary permits to more New York City businesses. Legislation S.9685/A.7116 doubles the…

The Tourism Champions booth returns to the nation's #1 National Drive Electric Week event, exhibiting at the New York Capital District Drive Electric Week & Sustainability Fair in Schenectady, NY! As part of NYSTIA's efforts to promote sustainable tourism in New York State, we love supporting EV…

Join us on Wednesday October 16th at 9:15 AM for a presentation by Seth Orozco from Sojern to learn how best to leverage data and enhance your marketing efforts! Data, Data, Data. You hear about it all the time and how it can help your business. But how? Join Sojern, a thought leader in the digital…

A seasoned tourism executive with more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Don Welsh has held positions with almost every sector within the travel and tourism industry. He currently serves as the President and CEO of Destinations International, the global trade association for convention…