January 9, 2024

2024 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards:

"Nomination only takes a few minutes, but the impact of recognition will last a lifetime"

I am excited to be on the Tourism Excellence Awards Committee where we highlight and recognize your hard work throughout the year! We have a great year ahead for New York State Tourism and we can’t wait to share what you have been working on!

Recognizing this state for all it contributes to the tourism industry is triumphant and inspiring. From campaigns, creative strategies, and new developments please help us recognize your fellow colleagues. Nominate a company, leaders, or partner in your community who's proven that hard work pays off. Let’s recognize someone or a destination for all the hard work they put into creating New York State as a premier tourism destination. This committee is dedicated to streamlining the process by reading through every submission making the most deserving decision.

Nomination only takes a few minutes, but the impact of recognition will last a lifetime. There’s no better way to cheer our state on in all its beauty, activities, sights, and gastronomy we have to offer than to recognize them through the New York State Tourism Excellence Awards.

- Hayley Coriaty

Co-Chair, Tourism Excellence Awards Committee

Manager, Tourism & Trade Sales, One World Observatory

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In This Newsletter:

2024 NYS Tourism Excellence Awards:

Call for Nominations! from Tourism Excellence Awards Committee Co-Chair Hayley Coriaty

NYSTIA News:

Advocacy Matters to You:

Today at 1 PM: Governor Hochul's 3rd State of the State Address
Extension of Visa Interview Waiver Authority

Member News:

NYSTIA Partner Feature: David Krauss at Rent Responsibility
Apply Now for 2024 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Events Grants
Funky Ice Fest Celebrates Winter and Music with Ice Sculptures, Arcade Games, and Cocktails
DEC and New York Sea Grant Announce Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Project Awards
Is Sport Fishing a Part of Your Visitor Economy?

Events:

State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - January 2024
Semi-Annual Forecast and Global Competitive Analysis Webinar

Featured Co-Ops:

NEW: Market New York / NYSTIA Initiative: Great Outdoors Earned Media / PR Collaboration
NEW: Rent Responsibly: The Bridge Program: Eclipse Edition

Job Postings:

Operations Coordinator, Twin Travel Concepts

🗞️ NYSTIA News:

Join tourism industry professionals from across New York State on April 17-19 at the 2024 New York State Tourism Conference in Niagara Falls!

Gain industry insights and inspiration during conference sessions and network with some of the best minds, most experienced individuals, and trendsetting thought leaders in the tourism industry.

⚖️ Advocacy Matters to You:

Governor Hochul is delivering her third State of the State address on Tuesday, January 9, at 1:00 PM ET. You can RSVP to join the address here virtually. We will be watching the address and will report back to you with the Governor's remarks on important tourism-related issues.
The U.S. Department of State and Homeland Security has extended the visa interview waiver authority for low-risk applicants, which was set to expire on December 31st. The visa waiver authority extension is poised to save 2.2 million visitors and $5.9 billion in 2024. You can read U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman's statement here.

You can access NYSTIA's Advocacy Action Center anytime to View Key Legislation and contact your elected representatives.

Member News

All News

NYSTIA Partner Feature: David Krauss at Rent Responsibly

David Krauss is the CEO and Co-Founder of Rent Responsibly, his role is to steer Rent Responsibly towards their mission at all times. David makes sure that the work they do positively impacts their partners as well as the communities they serve. He believes that doing good is a prerequisite to doing well. Rent Responsibly is an education and community-building platform for short-term rental operators

Meet David

Apply Now for 2024 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Events Grants

The New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are offering competitive grant funding to support tourism and recreation along the New York State Canal System including canal waterways and Canalway Trail. The 2024 program will support tourism infrastructure and amenity improvements, and events. Applications open through February 23, 2024.

Learn More

Funky Ice Fest Celebrates Winter and Music with Ice Sculptures, Arcade Games, and Cocktails

Preparations are underway for the grooviest winter bash in the Adirondacks so grab your crew and get ready to get funky! Here’s the lowdown: Funky Ice Fest returns to Adirondack Pub & Brewery located at 33 Canada Street, Lake George, on Jan. 20 and 21 and Jan. 26 and 27 — the last Fridays and Saturdays in January — from 4 to 9 p.m.

DEC and New York Sea Grant Announce Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Project Awards

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York Sea Grant (NYSG) has announced $388,289 in grant awards for eight projects that address the diverse environmental needs of waterfront communities in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River region. Funding for these projects is provided through the New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program.

Is Sport Fishing a Part of Your Visitor Economy?

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA NMFS) provided notice of the 2024 request for nominations for At-large members to the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council. The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (“MAFMC” or “the Council”) is one of eight regional fishery management councils to manage fisheries within the U.S. federal waters.

Upcoming Events

All Events

State of the American Traveler Survey Findings - January 2024

January 10

Webinar | Future Partners | Learn more

Semi-Annual Forecast and Global Competitive Analysis Webinar

January 17

Webinar | U.S. Travel | Learn more

Featured Co-Ops:

All Co-Ops

NEW: 2024 Market New York / NYSTIA Initiative: Great Outdoors Earned Media / PR Collaboration

The NYSTIA Outdoor PR Co-Op initiative will highlight New York State's diverse offerings, emphasizing its natural landscapes and outdoor activities while also promoting the world-class cities, arts and cultural, and culinary experiences across the state. Campaign will be strategically designed to foster media relationships, respond to media requests and maximize exposure around the outdoors market.

Learn more

NEW: Rent Responsibly: The Bridge Program: Eclipse Edition

On April 8, 2024, destinations across New York State will be in the path for the Great North American Eclipse – predicted to be the single-biggest mass travel event in the US. The Bridge Program with Rent Responsibly activates STR hosts in your destination to not just provide a stellar guest experience but also support your elevated destination management needs during the eclipse.

Learn more & Sign Up!

Job Postings

All Jobs

Operations Coordinator, Twin Travel Concepts

Operations Coordinator to work full-time, virtually, for a NY State -ased tour operator. A qualified person will need to be detail-oriented and proficient in Excel and Word, and will need to possess good phone-people skills...

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Take the Tourism Advocacy Survey | Share your DEAI Case Study

Take the New DEAI Survey | 2024 Tourism Champions Agreement |

Submit a Workshop Proposal | 2024 Travel Show Schedule

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.

For more information about NYSTIA membership, events, advocacy, Co-Ops, and other services visit: www.nystia.org

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