Issue 103, August 30, 2023

New York, NY

Digitalization - Innovation - Resilience - Sustainability

NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ Proclamation reads, “From the streets of Chinatown to the Apollo Theater, New York is immensely proud of its reputation as the nation’s melting pot. I am proud to shine a spotlight on the New York Chapter of Pacific Asia Trave Association (PATA New York), which has helped promote tourism between our city and other nations around the world.

On the occasion of its 60th anniversary, I am proud to recognize PATA New York Chapter for its commitment to re-energizing the tourism industry, emboldening travelers, and building international bridges.”

Congratulations to NY PATA!!

NY PATA Reunion and Celebration

A Sublime Gastronomic Experience

2 Turkish Airlines Roundtrip Economy Tickets & Other Valuable Prizes

Reserve Your Seat - www.newyorkpata.org

House of Joy

28 Pell Street

New York, NY 10013

September 20. 2023

From 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Business Smart Attire

Group Photo will be taken.

Mid-Autumn Celebration Dinner

Shrimp and Pork Siu Mai

Peking Duck with Julienned Scallion and Hoisin Sauce

Jumbo Shrimp with Honey Walnuts and Broccoli Florets

Chicken with Stir-fry String Beans

Peking Pork Chops

Beef with Chinese Broccoli

House Special Yangzhou Fried Rice

Braised E-Fu Noodles

Mid-Autumn Mooncake

NY PATA Autumn Reunion Cake

Includes Wine, Prosecco, Beer, and Soda

$65 per person. Register and pay by 9/15/2023 to receive confirmation and QR code.

For assistance, email: newyorkpata@gmail.com

In Japan, the moon is regarded as embodying the spirit of agriculture, and otsukimi is held to express gratitude for a bountiful harvest. Special offerings are made to the harvest moon during otsukimi, the most iconic of which are tsukimi-dango round white moon-like dumplings of kneaded and steamed rice flour.

“Otsukimi” refers to a range of activities that give thanks for a bountiful harvest and celebrate the “Mid-Autumn Moon” appearing from mid to late September, believed to be the year’s most beautiful. Over this period, Tokyo temples and shrines hold an array of events around moon-gazing. One that anyone can join is the Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing Party at the Roppongi Hills Observatory, scheduled for September 29 this year. Enjoy viewing the lovely lunar vision through the telescope at Roppongi Hills Observatory, recognized as one of the 100 best places in Japan to view the heavenly body. Tokyo Now

The Maldivian tourism industry and the Government have formed a vibrant partnership, with visitors included, to combat climate change.

Even on a vacation, visitors can be a guardian of our blue planet through eco-adventures with expert-guided snorkeling, coral planting, and joining beach clean-ups. The island also has multiple projects in action to restore coral reefs, protect turtles, and educate local communities.

The Maldives aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 and ban single-use plastics by 2023.

Experience the Sunny Side of Life, where people and nature thrive together. Visit Maldives and experience an uncompromised sustainable vacation!

Learn more about Sustainability in Maldives: https://bit.ly/maldives-sustainability

Zhong Yuan Jie (中元节), also known as the Hungry Ghost Festival is on August 30, 2023. It traditionally falls on the 15th day of the seventh month of the lunar calendar. In Singapore, the festival is observed throughout the entire seventh lunar month, which is from August 16, 2023 to September 14, 2023.

In Guangxi, eating duck is an essential eating ritual. This delicious lemon duck is one of the classic dishes in Guangxi, and people’s favorite. It tastes sour and spicy, and is very appetizing.



Thursday, October 26

Meetings and Event Planners and Travel Media

Click here for Conference Sessions that have been developed by PCMA, IAEE, and Destinations International with additional support of MPI Chapters to focus on: emerging issues and new solutions; the latest meetings and event trends.

Friday, October 27

Travel Advisors, other Travel Professionals and Travel Media

Click here for Conference sessions that will include keynote presentations and panel discussions. Travel industry expert speakers will focus on new business models and emerging solutions; the latest industry products and services; and destination information and travel trends.

Saturday, October 27

Frequent Consumer Travelers, Travel Advisors, Meetings and Event Planners and Travel Media

Click here for Seminars that will feature travel experts to help travelers in their research and decision making on where to go next and the best way to travel.

Registration: https://s7.goeshow.com/itm/nyits/2023/register_now.cfm

Elizabeth Chin

Executive Director

PATA New York Chapter

Pacific Asia Travel Assn (PATA}

Editor, NY PATA Newsletter

Email: newyorkpata@gmail.com

PATA New York Chapter, founded in 1962, is a not-for-profit membership-based association that is dedicated to facilitate meaningful partnerships to enhance the value, quality and sustainable growth of travel and tourism to and from countries in APAC, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) founded in 1951 is the recognized authority on Asia Pacific travel and tourism. The Association provides aligned advocacy, insightful research, and innovative events to its member organizations, which including government, state and city tourism bodies; international airlines and airports; hospitality organizations, and educational institutions, as well as thousands of young tourism professional (YTP) members across the world.