Watkins Glen International Makes Donation to Tourism Industry Scholarship Fund
Jan 30, 2018
2018 Destinations of NYS Travel, Tourism, Hospitality & Culinary College Scholarship Program experiences boost.
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Food & Beverage Trail Launched in Madison County
Jan 30, 2018
In December, MCT launched the Central New York Food and Beverage Trail, which connects 24 of Madison County’s farm-to-table restaurants, craft beverage producers, and other snack and dessert vendors.
Former Wine Trail Executive Takes Over Otsego County Tourism Promotion
Jan 23, 2018
A new year has brought an entirely new team to Otsego County’s Destination Marketing Corporation (DMCOC).
Governor Cuomo Calls for Continued Support of New York’s Surging Tourism Industry in 2018 State of the State Address
Jan 5, 2018
In his 2018 State of the State address, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo emphasized the importance of tourism to the state’s economy and the returns the state is seeing from its investment in the industry.
Governor signs bill creating Senior Tourism Attractions Program
Dec 19, 2017
New program targets seniors by identifying destinations and activities that target older New Yorkers.
AAA: Record-breaking 107 million Americans to celebrate holidays away from home
Dec 14, 2017
AAA forecasts 107.3 million Americans will take to planes, trains, automobiles and other modes of transportation during the year-end holiday period from Saturday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Jan. 1.
2017 Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Forecast from AAA
Nov 17, 2017
AAA released its Thanksgiving Travel Forecast on November 16th, and is projecting that 50.9 million Americans will travel this Thanksgiving – the highest number since 2005!
Local Cows and Goats Rocket to Stardom in 2018 Agritourism Calendar
Nov 10, 2017
Starting November 1st, EscapeMaker.com will be offering the first ever calendar to feature the animals you might meet when visiting the farmers and producers of GrowNYC’s Greenmarket.
NYSTIA Honors Andrew Nixon for Service
Nov 8, 2017
Andrew Nixon, Executive Director of the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau, was recognized for his excellence in service as Treasurer of NYSTIA
New York State Tourism Industry Association 2017 Tourism Excellence Award Winners Announced
Oct 30, 2017
The New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) recognized individuals and organizations for their high level of excellence and accomplishments in New York State’s tourism industry at the 2017 Tourism Excellence Awards Dinner.
Haunted History Trail of New York State Launches New Website
Oct 12, 2017
The Haunted History Trail of New York State is excited to announce the launch of their new-and-improved website – www.hauntedhistorytrail.com.
Registration for the 2017 World Canals Conference closes September 15th
Sep 7, 2017
Registration is open for one-day or full conference attendance through Sept. 15.
Event: Thinking About Tomorrow's Visitors Today
Sep 5, 2017
Join the SCCVB and the Corning Museum of Glass as we host "Thinking About Tomorrow’s Visitors Today" on Monday September 11th.
Empire State Development Announces Ross D. Levi Appointed as Executive Director of Tourism
Aug 9, 2017
Will Oversee State’s I LOVE NEW YORK Tourism Promotion Efforts.
NYSTIA to Hold Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
Aug 8, 2017
The New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) invites members and guests to its annual Membership Meeting & Tourism Excellence Awards, October 26-27, 2017, at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, Watkins Glen, NY.
NYSTIA seeks conference speakers
Aug 8, 2017
NYSTIA is seeking speaker proposals for the 2018 “I Love New York” Empire State Tourism Conference.
NYS Canalway Water Trail interactive website launched from Rome to Waterford
Aug 3, 2017
Follow in history's wake with a new online water trail map produced by NYSTIA member The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.
BBG&G Advertising and Public Relations celebrates its 20th anniversary
Aug 3, 2017
Hudson Valley marketing agency (and NYSTIA member) services regional clients.
New Guide to the "Odd, Quirky, & Offbeat" History of Cayuga County
Jul 31, 2017
Discover the weird and wonderful in Cayuga County, New York.
New travel guidebook to New York State highlights places to visit off the beaten trail.
Jul 27, 2017
NYSTIA member Christine A. Smyczynski, freelance writer and blogger, is releasing a new book entitled, Backroads and Byways of Upstate New York, which will be available in stores starting September 5, 2017.