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What Country Is Friendliest to Tourists? (Hint: It's Not the U.S.)

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:26:47 +0000

If you’re looking for a little international adventure, there’s one place you may be surprised to learn will welcome you with open arms. The World Economic Forum has published a 500-page report on global tourism that includes a ranking of countries that are nice to tourists. What tops the list? Iceland. The nation edged New [...]

The Iconic 'I Love New York' Ads Evolve [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 16:23:25 +0000

It's the logo that for years has promoted New York State tourism, I heart New York. In a new campaign strategy, the heart is being replaced by other representations of New York. Take a look at a new TV commercial featuring updated takes on the I Love New York image.

Travel Industry Brings 9.1 Million Visitors to Central New York

Eric Meier — Tue, 10 May 2011 22:31:49 +0000

This week is National Tourism Week, the week set aside to recognize the importance of travel and tourism to our economy. Oneida County is part of the 8-county Central New York tourism region. In 2009, the last year for which data are available, 9.1 million visitors stayed overnight in our hotels and spent 2.2 billion dollars. Listen to our interview with Oneida County Tourism President, Kelly Blazosky, discuss the economic impact of the tourism industry. The audio is from our weekly Central New York Travel Show which airs Sunday Mornings at 5:30.