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On October 7, NYSHTA proudly celebrated our 2024 Stars of the Industry Winners at woodcliffhotelspa! It was so inspiring to connect with these exceptional individuals and hear their stories. Cheers to excellence in our industry! See more photos: nyshta.org/recap-2024-sta…

NYSHTA President Mark Dorr was honored to join a dynamic panel discussion on Short-Term Rentals at the 1000 Islands Binational Tourism Summit in Kingston, Ontario last week! It was a pleasure connecting with industry leaders to explore the future of tourism.

Save the date for our Advocacy Conference on Feb. 11 in Albany! Join us for a day filled with networking opportunities, education, a keynote speaker, and a legislative panel. Attendees will also connect with state policymakers at a Legislative Reception. Registration opens soon!

NYSHTA received Discover Long Island's Industry Advancement Award at their Tourism Awards Gala last night in Oakdale, NY! This award recognizes initiatives that highlight tourism as an economic driver and help develop the next generation of talent in the industry.

This past weekend, Governor Hochul signed the first statewide Short-Term Rental Registry into law. The law levels the playing field for the $1B short-term rental industry, ensuring fairness and transparency for all. A huge industry victory! nysenate.gov/newsroom/press…

Join us on Jan. 16 at 10:00 AM EST for a webinar co-hosted by NYSHTA and NYSAC. Receive an overview of the new Short-Term Rental law, its impact on the state's economy, its implementation timeline, registration process, and more! Register here: web.nyshta.org/.../Webinar-Ne…

Thanks to all who attended the NYS Advocacy Conference in Albany! Highlights included sessions on AI in Hospitality, Short-Term Rentals, a panel with Senators Hinchey & Fahy, and a keynote from Omar Minaya. Special thanks to our sponsors, partners & Spencer Heath Photography!

NYSHTA President Mark Dorr was a speaker at the 1TourismWorld | 2025 Global Tourism Conference this morning! Mark set the tone with an analysis of New York State’s evolving tourism and hospitality landscape, focusing on geopolitical, legislative, and industry dynamics.

Today, tourism leaders gathered for the DMO Lobby Day, meeting with elected officials to discuss key issues impacting the industry. Always great to partner and join forces with the New York State Destination Marketing Organizations (NYSDMO)!

On February 21, NYSHTA hosted the Catskills Legislative Breakfast alongside Sullivan Catskills! The event was a great opportunity for industry leaders, elected officials, and community members to connect, share insights, and discuss important issues facing our sector.

NYSHTA President Mark Dorr was honored to speak at the Syracuse, New York Annual Meeting this week! It’s amazing to see how Syracuse continues to lead the way in both visitor spending and creating tourism jobs. It was also wonderful to hear from Syracuse Football Head Coach Fran Brown.

Register today for the Capital Region Legislative Networking Reception in Albany on Apr. 29 from 9-11 AM! Thanks to our event partners: Discover Albany, Discover Saratoga NY, Discover Schenectady. Register & learn more: web.nyshta.org/atlas/events/1…

Only one week to go! We're counting down to the Capital Region Legislative Breakfast on April 29 at 9 AM in Albany! Don’t miss your chance to connect with industry professionals and hear directly from New York State elected officials. Register here: web.nyshta.org/atlas/events/1…..

Don’t miss the Central NY Breakfast on Friday, May 9 from 9-11 AM in Utica! Join hospitality & tourism professionals for a morning of networking and direct conversations with local and state officials about key issues impacting our industry. Register: web.nyshta.org/atlas/events/1…

Thanks to everyone who attended last week's Legislative Networking Breakfast in Albany! A special thank you to Assemblymember Jon Rivera, Subcommittee Chair of Regional Tourism Development, for joining us and sharing key insights on tourism in New York State.

Last week, NYSHTA advocated for Credit Card Swipe Fee reform in Albany. Hospitality businesses are paying swipe fees on taxes and tips - an unfair cost. NYSHTA supports a bill to end this, potentially saving NY businesses and consumers over $930M a year.

We were thrilled to host the Central NY Legislative Breakfast on May 9 alongside our tourism partner Visit Oneida County, NY! It was a great morning of networking and discussing industry issues. View a recap and a full list of elected officials in attendance here: nyshta.org/recap-2025-cen…

Today, NYSHTA President Mark Dorr joined industry leaders at a Lobby Day, hosted by the Westchester Business Council, Westchester Hotel Association, and Westchester County Tourism and Film. It was a great opportunity to advocate for the industry alongside our valued partners!

Do you know a hospitality or tourism professional who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for NYSHTA’s 2025 Stars of the Industry Awards and help recognize excellence in New York’s hospitality and tourism community! Submit your nomination today: form.jotform.com/nyshta/2025-st…

Stars of the Industry nominations close this Friday! Nominate an outstanding colleague, manager, team member, or property for NYSHTA’s 2025 Stars of the Industry Awards. The deadline is July 18 - submit your nomination today: form.jotform.com/nyshta/2025-st…