2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & NYS Tourism Excellence Awards

You can now register for the 2024 NYSTIA Annual Meeting & NYS Tourism Excellence Awards and book your room at the host hotel, the Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs. This premier event is your chance to gain industry insights and inspiration while networking with some of the best minds, most experienced individuals, and trendsetting thought leaders in the tourism industry!

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The Federal Railroad Administration announced the opening of applications for $153 million in discretionary grant funding focused on restoring former Amtrak services and enhancing existing Amtrak services.

ESPA has been advocating for NYS DOT to apply for these funds to assist in the capital and operating cost of the following enhancement proposals:

• Reopening the food commissary facility in Rensselaer and reestablish food and beverage service on all Hudson Valley Amtrak trains
• Add a baggage car on the domestic portion of the Maple Leaf, first westbound train out of Penn/Moynihan each morning to Niagara Falls to carry bicycles, luggage and hockey sticks
• Identifying the capital improvements necessary in Saratoga Springs to bring the two additional round-trip trains promised by Spring, 2026 in the State's Service Development Plan

💡 Do you have an idea on how NYS could use this grant? Share your idea and the NYSTIA Advocacy Committee will review the ideas and draft a call for action.

Thank you to NYSTIA Advocacy Committee Steve Strauss, Executive Director of the Empire State Passengers Association, for sharing this information!

NYSTIA is committed to bolstering your advocacy efforts with the new and improved NYSTIA Advocacy Action Center!

Governor Hochul has announced the creation of the Erie Canal Bicentennial Commission to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the completion of the original Erie Canal. Initially introduced as part of the Governor’s State of the State Address in January, this new commission will ensure that the Erie Canal Bicentennial is recognized through community events, capital investments in canal infrastructure, and by telling the diverse stories that comprise the state’s relationship with this historic waterway. c

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New York State tourism has surged in unexpected places, from the Catskills to the Adirondacks! Continue reading

Ross Levi, Executive Director of the New York State Division of Tourism spoke with City & State New York and commented on about New York state’s success in attracting tourists, and what state officials are doing to bring back international and business visitors. Continue Reading

The July 19 Canal NY Member Engagement Event in Fairport, NY is open to all! Join Canal NY Members and prospective members for a 3-hour narrated lock tour aboard the Colonial Belle! Learn about The Canal New York Marketing & Business Alliance, meet board members & network with other canal enthusiasts.

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The October edition of Leisure Group Travel is the Women’s Travel edition themed "Beaches and Mountains." Be a part of their annual New York special section with a special editorial on New York’s Great Outdoors and the History of New York City’s Arts and Culture!

Whether you are an attraction, restaurant or a destination, the New York Special Section in October’s Leisure Group Travel is the right place and the right time to share your unique message. Advertisers will be surrounded by insightful editorial content, and you’ll be talking to tour planners as they develop their 2025 itineraries! Space closes August 16th.

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New York Family Tourism Marketing focuses on travel resources, information, and entertainment for families across various platforms, including print and digital magazines, websites, newsletters, and social media. 

New York Family includes your editorial and image in a Travel New York-focused digital article. 

Monthly: 

• New York Family social media 
• New York Family newsletter sponsored story, 163,000 circ, and story posted on NewYorkFamily.com 
• New York Family + Mommybites.com Emails: 193,000 circ

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AMERICA Journal is a German travel and lifestyle magazine focused on the United States. Established over 30 years ago, it is the #1 German travel magazine featuring US destinations. AMERICA Journal feeds the German travelers' yearning for freedom and provides the stuff of dreams – as well as specific inspiration for travel preparations. The Journal is emotional and honest, while opulently presented and edited, with articles that are committed to  the best in journalistic standards.

The October 2024 issue of America Journal will feature a 16+ page special German language travel section on New York State's vacation regions and destinations. 

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No new job postings have been submitted this week, but be sure to view the open positions on our NYS Tourism Careers Page.

New NYSTIA Phone Number

The NYSTIA phone number has changed to 518-218-6030.

However, the best way to contact the staff is via their individual emails.

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WHAT WE DO TOGETHER:

Advancing responsible, sustainable economic growth, community revitalization, small business success, job creation, quality of life and pride of place by realizing the potential of New York State's tourism industry and facilitating the success of NYSTIA members.