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On Friday, September 10, 2021, the Nominating Committee of the New York State Tourism Industry Association recommended a slate of candidates for the 2021 to 2024 term of office. The proposed slate is comprised of 7 candidates, two of which will be new to the board to fill vacancies created by term…

On Friday, September 10, 2021, the Nominating Committee of the New York State Tourism Industry Association recommended a slate of candidates for the 2021 to 2024 term of office. The proposed slate is comprised of 7 candidates, two of which will be new to the board to fill vacancies created by term…

- This year's second grant round for the William G. Pomeroy Foundation's Historic Transportation Canal Marker Grant Program opened on September 7! The program commemorates the history of the important transportation canals in the United States.From towpaths and tugboats to the lock tender's house,…

- Happy September to all of our members! This past week, I was inspired by the number of exciting new tourism-boosting developments across our state. From exciting statewide developments to upticks in user-generated content on social media, the fall season has already given New Yorkers more…

- In a recent blog post, Road Vacations and Recreational Vehicles Magazine (ROVA) Magazine has recognized New York State brewery destinations, including Sullivan, Ulster, Schoharie, Onondaga and Cayuga Counties, as well as breweries in the cities of Rochester, Binghamton, Owego, Utica and more in…

- As part of the Reimagine the Canals initiative, NYS Canal Corporation has partnered with an upscale camping company, Tentrr to set up campsites at four locations along the NYS Canals and Empire State Trail in order to provide unique accommodations for visitors.Each of the Canalside camping…

  - Hello! My name is Liam and I am the Food & Beverage Supervisor here at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel. I am truly looking forward to you joining us this October to experience our Fall flavors! In addition to your attendance at the NYSTIA Annual Meeting, you are welcome to sit-down and dine…

- Donald G. Bennett Jr., President & CEO of Campground Owners of New York is the recipient of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association's (NYSH&TA) 2021 Outstanding Tourism Executive of the Year award. Bennett was recognized at the Association's 2021 Stars of the Industry…

  - Happy Friday, New York! With fall just on the horizon, we're reflecting on a wonderful summer full of partner participation in the Roam The Empire campaign. We wanted to express our gratitude for your combined efforts and gracious support in raising awareness for the cause. These past…

- As the New York State Travel & Tourism community emerges from the challenges of the last 18 months, fresh opportunities await. With local businesses charging ahead, there are new ways to pivot, to grow, to reinvent, to recoup.To help New York State Travel & Tourism businesses take…

- New York has come so far in its fight against COVID and we need to ensure we are doing everything we can to prevent the state from slipping backward. The answer here is simple: Get vaccinated. It's never been easier and I am urging those who are eligible and have not received their vaccine yet to…

- With all the significant developments in New York State over the past few years, there is more reason than ever to Roam The Empire. In his recent letter to members, NYSTIA's President and CEO, Bob Provost highlighted the 2018 opening of the National Comedy Center, the 2019 completion of the Empire…

- Soon, New York will welcome its first woman Governor, Kathy Hochul. Kathy Hochul is a passionate and vocal advocate for New York State's tourism industry, as evidenced recently in her May 5, 2021 letter to our members. Her commitment has brought her to every county in the state (multiple times)…

  - Based on the success and interest in the summer edition of Upstate Traveler the Times Union is moving forward with publication of a fall edition as well. As you know the Times Union reaches more adult travelers in the Albany/Capital Region market than any other media in this market…

We're so excited and thrilled to announce the launch of our new website that includes refreshed branding! It's been a labor of love for us over the past 6-months. Go check it out! NEW WEBSITE

  - Thursday, September 2 at 3 PM ET - In March 2021, The State of the American Traveler research expanded the depth and range of its free research with the launch of a dynamic, interactive dashboard, allowing DMOs and industry partners to drill into the research results in more detail and…

- Tuesday, August 24 at 11 AM ET -With the global spread of COVID19, the travel industry is facing an unprecedented crisis.To help industry leaders navigate their response strategy and communicate to their stakeholders and communities, Destination Analysts is fielding a bi-weekly survey of 1,200+…

The Delta variant is spreading across our State, and it will take New Yorkers' concerted effort to get vaccinated and defeat this virus for good. For everyone who is able to get the vaccine and hasn't yet received it—we have available vaccines and sites are open today, so get it as…

  - Happy August! Summer is still very much alive in New York State, which we can see with all the exciting August events right around the corner. We'd like to take the time to thank all our members who have continued to share the campaign in their posts since its launch.   If you have not…

  - Join Destinations of New York State for the travel industry's premier Annual Golf Scholarship Fundraiser to benefit the scholarship fund for New York State's travel, tourism, hospitality & culinary students. The first fifteen foursome applications with payment will be accepted for this…