October 13, 2026

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Advocacy Through Industry Storytelling Session 

October 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM

NYSTIA Advocacy Committee co-chairs, Josiah Brown, The New York Sherpa and President of Famous Destination Marketing, and Amanda Dana, Director of Tourism for Orange County, NY, invite you to the final quarterly Open Floor Advocacy Session of 2026. Hear how colleagues are protecting budgets, share what you’re facing, and talk openly about what’s working, and what’s not! Register now

Bipartisan American Music Tourism Act Awaits President's Signature

The bill directs the National Travel and Tourism Office to promote travel to U.S. festivals, concert venues and music destinations, and international travel to sporting events. This supports U.S. Travel’s goal of welcoming 100 million international visitors annually by 2030.

Federal Grantmaking Changes Paused Until Dec. 11.

Congress has paused proposed OMB changes that would create financial risk and instability for federal grantees, including nonprofits, until at least Dec. 11. Nearly 2,000 nonprofits signed a previous letter opposing the proposal (thank you for your advocacy!), and the National Council of Nonprofits has reopened it as they push to abolish the changes entirely: Read and sign the letter

Apply Now for 2027 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure & Events Grants

The New York State Canal Corporation and Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are offering competitive grants to support tourism, recreation, and events along the NYS Canal System, including canal waterways and the Canalway Trail. Applications are due by 11/20. Details and apply

SUNY SCCC Tourism Development Students Explore the Historic Stockade

SUNY SCC professor Ingrid O’Connell accompanied her class on a tour of the Historic Stockade, learning about its rich historical significance; a hidden gem bordering the college campus.

Did You or Someone You Know Complete the Canalway Challenge? Complete the Finisher Survey!

Your experience helps Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor improve the program and better understand the impact of the Canalway Challenge on attractions, businesses, and communities. Complete now

New York State Agritourism Conference to Bring Industry Leaders Together in Geneva This November

Farmers, tourism professionals, educators, and community leaders are invited to attend the New York State Agritourism Conference on November 4th & 5th in Geneva, NY...Learn More/Register

State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - October 2026

International Association of Venue Managers Region 1 Meetup - Albany

Influencer Partnerships that Drive Trust: From Agreement to Results

AI Academy: First Stop AI

ROVA December/January NYS Co-Op Section: Annual State Parks & Historic Sites Destinations

ROVA is the travel lifestyle magazine focused on road vacations, outdoor adventure and heritage tourism. This issue offers the special participation bonus: 1) in magazine content for your destination (only issue offering this), 2) custom ROVA eBlast for Best of NYS Parks and Historic Sites Road Trip in addition to the 3) ad banner on ROVAMag.com for 8 weeks. Please call or email madelyn.roberts1@gmail.com - ad material due 10/16

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