September 22, 2026

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Thank you to the 200+ tourism professionals who joined us in Corning for the 2026 New York State Tourism Excellence Awards & Summit! This year, we convened in America's Crystal City to reconnect with tourism industry colleagues, hear what NYSTIA has been up to, and celebrate tourism excellence in New York State.

These events are powered by a team of dedicated tourism professionals and volunteers, who work tirelessly to make it happen. From our host DMO, host venues and presenting partners, to our keynote and workshop speakers, to each and every one of you who attended, thank you. We can't wait to see you next year!

Connecting New York State's Canals, Lakes, Rivers, Trails and Parks with Communities, Residents and the Visitor Economy

The New York State Great Outdoors Summit is intended to be informational, inspirational, and motivational. Attendees will be briefed on the depth, breadth and scope of New York State's great outdoors and participate in a 'roll-up your sleeves' ideation session. Join us!

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Co-presented by the Canal New York Marketing & Business Alliance & New York State Tourism Industry Association.

Hitting the road 24 hours after the New York State Fair, your New York State Tourism Champions booth visited two Canadian provinces in seven days, promoting your destinations at the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors' (ACTA) 2026 Eastern Canada Travel Industry Summit, and Continue Reading

The team at Rove have designed a survey to gain a better understanding of your destination's current level of AI maturity across key areas. This assessment takes just a few minutes to complete, and all responses will be kept strictly confidential. Take the Assessment

Recently, U.S. Travel CEO Geoff Freeman and 11 travel industry CEOs took that message straight to the White House, urging President Trump to build on the momentum from a strong summer of travel.



U.S. Travel also has set a goal: 100 million international visitors annually by 2030—striving to make the U.S. the most visited country in the world. Policy pushes to reach that goal includes: removing barriers to visiting the U.S., restoring Brand USA funding, modernizing the travel experience and keeping essential workers paid during shutdowns.

Governor Hochul Announces Launch of 'Canalside: The Next Wave' for Buffalo's Waterfont District

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the selection of urban planning and design firm MKSK to lead the development of “Canalside: The Next Wave,” a strategic vision for the future of Buffalo’s waterfront district. MKSK will conduct comprehensive market and... Continue Reading

I LOVE NY'S 2026 Fall Foliage Report is Here!

New York State’s 2026 fall foliage season is underway, with the first signs of the spectacular seasonal colors appearing in regions throughout Upstate New York, and the most significant changes expected in the Adirondacks. View Full Report

New York Makes $35 Million Available for Public Sector EV Charging

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $35 million is now available through the state’s new Charge Ready NY — Large Public Sector Project program to help public entities install and operate Level 2 electric vehicle chargers. Learn More

New Canalway Marketing Graphics Available

A new set of graphic marks for the Erie, Champlain, Cayuga-Seneca, and Oswego canals is now available for use by municipalities, event hosts, museums, libraries, and other canal attractions. Find/Download New Materials

Finish the Season Strong: Fall Tips for Managing Invasive Plants and Planting Native Species from SLELO PRISM

Fall is an ideal time to tackle invasive woody plants on your property. As temperatures cool, many native plants begin going dormant, making invasive species easier to see and access. Woody plants also start moving nutrients into their root systems, which... Continue Reading

2026 Passenger Rail Symposium

State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - October 2026

International Association of Venue Managers Region 1 Meetup - Albany

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 10/6

Wheresight collaborates with tourism organizations to deliver customized solutions that enhance digital maturity. Our comprehensive packages offer actionable insights, bolster digital transformation, and improve performance across key areas like marketing, sales, and operations. These solutions are meticulously crafted to address your destination partners specific needs and align with your strategic goals.

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Oneida County Tourism is seeking a strategic, creative, and collaborative Marketing Manager to help lead the next chapter of destination marketing in Oneida County....Learn More/Apply

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