Resources & Insights

Browse our Resource Library for the latest industry insights, expert tips, policy updates, best practices and more affecting New York State's tourism industry.

posted: March 31, 2022

Governor Hochul Announces Launch of Applications for $125 Million Relief Programs Supporting State's Tourism Industry

GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF APPLICATIONS FOR $125 MILLION RELIEF PROGRAMS SUPPORTING STATE'S TOURISM INDUSTRY $100 Million Tourism Return-to-Work Program to Encourage Job Growth $25 Million Meet in New York Grant Program Supports Return of Large Events Part of Governor's $450 Million "Bring…

posted: March 25, 2022

DEC And Canal Corporation Announce Comprehensive Effort to Protect New York's Waters from Aquatic Invasive Species Round Goby

State to Develop Rapid Response Plan for Aquatic Invasive Species Effort Includes Research, Mitigation, Enhanced Public Education and Engagement to Prevent Spread of Round Goby Fish and Other Invasive Species to Lake Champlain, Other Waterways The New York State Department of Environmental…

posted: March 23, 2022

Take the First-Ever New York Cycling Census!

Be a part of the first New York State Bike Census! This is an exciting and unprecedented opportunity to help shape the future of cycling and document where, why and how New Yorkers are riding bikes! With this survey information, we can help shape public policy that will foster safer streets and more equitable transportation options across the state.

posted: March 23, 2022

Announcing 2022 Tourism Industry Virtual Career Fairs

April 19: Downstate // May 3: Upstate - In an effort to help employers in the tourism industry connect with talented job seekers, the New York State Department of Labor has partnered with I LOVE NY to offer virtual career fairs to promote job opportunities in this exciting industry. On April 19,…

posted: March 16, 2022

February Trend: Out of State U.S. Visitors are traveling further to Upstate NY Regions

Using mobile location data to identify where travellers live (i.e. where mobile device sleeps), the distance travelled by visitors to each upstate NY region (excl. NYC/Long Island) can be determined...

posted: March 2, 2022

Governor Hochul Announces New Efforts to Support the Hospitality/Tourism Industry With a More Efficient State Liquor Authority

Governor Highlights Importance of Permanent To-Go Drinks and Other Budget Proposals to Modernize State Liquor Regulations, Support Small Businesses, and Bring Back Hospitality Industry...

posted: February 28, 2022

The Making of the Travels with Darley Empire State Trail Episode on PBS

- Looking for ways to promote the new Empire State Trail, New York State Parks teamed up with TPAs and PBS' Travels with Darley show to showcase some of the cool destinations and local flavor found along the 750-mile bicycling, walking, and hiking route that runs from Buffalo to Albany along the…

posted: February 22, 2022

Airbnb Supports Governor's Proposal To Collect Taxes On Short-Term Rentals

Tourism has always been a driving force in New York's economy and it will be even more essential as we seek to recover from the economic impact of the pandemic. According to a report by Tourism Economics, tourists spent...

posted: February 11, 2022

January Trend: Domestic Tourists Extending Their Stay In Upstate NY?

Trending historical mobile location data averaged across NYS regions* (excl. NYC/Long Island) indicates that the average length of stay in region for domestic visitors increased over a full day (3.3 days vs 1.9 days = +1.4 days) between January 2019 and January 2022. Will this jump in extended stays be a long term trend in domestic travel?

posted: February 9, 2022

Governor Hochul Announces Progress on Historic Commitment to Revitalize New York State's Tourism Industry

Part of Governor's Comprehensive $450 Million "Bring Back Tourism, Bring Back Jobs" Economic Recovery Initiative I LOVE NY Launches First Ever Global Consumer Advertising Effort; Can Be Viewed Here New Eligibility Screening Tools Available Online for Return to Work Grant Program and Meet in New York…

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