New H1N1 Flu (Swine Influenza) Guide Available for NYSH&TA Members
from NYSH&TA
NEW! H1N1 Influenza Management in Hotels - This 26-page lodging industry influenza management guide can assist hotel general managers and other industry professionals in developing their property's H1N1 flu plan. Click here for the H1N1 Influenza Management in Hotels. NYSH&TA is carefully monitoring the swine flu outbreak. Visit AH&LA's Swine Flu Information webpage for information that will help you prevent and manage any potential H1N1 flu outbreak.More

Register for the 2009 International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show
from IH/M&RS
Get a first look at the newest products, technologies, insights and trends that are shaping the hospitality industry today. Reserve your spot. Register today for FREE with NYSHTA member code NYSHTA09…a $50 savings! This code also will allow you to register for the Saturday, Nov. 7, Hospitality Leadership Forum for just $99…a $40 savings! More

Take the NYSH&TA Member Benefits Survey
from NYSH&TA
You may not like surveys, but this one has some important questions about NYSH&TA services which will help us better serve you in light of the current economic demands being placed on your business. In this ever-changing marketplace, we want to make sure we stay true to our mission and your bottom line. More

Empire State Development Names Executive Director
from Poughkeepsie Journal
Peter W. Davidson of Brooklyn, N.Y., described as "an experienced dealmaker and executive in the private sector," has been named to a key post in the state's economic development agency. More

Membership Payment Accepted Online
from NYSH&TA
To those members who have already paid 2009 membership dues, THANK YOU. By renewing your NYSH&TA membership, you made a commitment to yourself and your organization to be a leader in the hospitality and tourism industry. If you still owe all or part of your 2009 membership dues we have made it easy for you to continue your membership. Just click here to pay online. If you have any questions, contact Membership Services Manager Darcy Lyle at 800-642-5313. Don't forget to check out our New Resources and Information Center. This FREE member benefit provides up-to-date information to educate you and your staff on specific industry concerns that you need answers on daily. With over 600 pieces of research material available, some of our categories include: ADA Regulations, Alcohol Licenses, Credit Card Information, Hotel Operations, Reception & Ejection of Guests, Safety & Security and State & Federal Alerts. Enter your NYSH&TA ID number in the password field and click on Resources and Information. If you don't know your ID number, please e-mail Tina, or call: (800) 642-5313. More

A Green Wave Coming: Hundreds of Hotels Finalizing Their LEED Certification
from ABC 7
It's a rare hotel these days that doesn't offer to not wash your sheets, in the interest of conserving water. A handful of hotels go further, touting their bamboo flooring, low-flow faucets and other flourishes. But get ready traveler, you ain't seen nothing yet. More

Travel Spending Falls Off Cliff
from The Detroit Free Press
We suspected it was happening. Now we have the numbers. Data reported by the U.S. Office of Travel and Tourism Industries shows in hard numbers the cost of this recession to both outbound and inbound American tourism. More