Articles tagged “new york state”

Airlines

New York Is Suing to Challenge Trump Administration’s Block on Global Entry

Let's hope New York state wins here. The Trump Administration has severely over-reached with its Global Entry decision.

Marina Villeneuve, Associated Press | 2 years ago

Tourism

Governor Wants to Make New York a Hiking and Cycling Paradise

Giving travelers another reason to visit other parts of New York State aside from New York City doesn't sound like a bad idea, as long as the costs don't outweigh the economic benefits to the state.

Mary Esch, Associated Press | 5 years ago

Short-Term Rentals

New Yorkers Are Protesting Short-Term Apartment Rentals

Some serious sharing economy backlash is finally mounting in New York.

Associated Press | 6 years ago

Airlines

After Going Public, OTG Has Its Eye on Bringing Gambling to New York Airports

OTG Management has been hitting Albany hard over the past five years. The company wants a piece of the new terminal set for LaGuardia, and the ability to ferry the gambling cash cow into New York airports.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 6 years ago

Tourism

Culinary Tourism and Transit Meet at Penn Station’s New Celeb-Chef Food Court

Marrying celebrity comfort food and iconic transportation hubs is a hot trend driving New York food tourism.

Tejal Rao, Bloomberg | 6 years ago

Tourism

Tourism Master Plan for New York’s Adirondacks Centers on Mountain Bikes

Promoting a low-impact activity that requires limited investment is never a bad idea.

Mary Esch, Associated Press | 6 years ago

Business Travel

Manhattan’s Uninspired Meeting Scene Is Good News for Brooklyn

Although Manhattan continues to market successfully to meeting planners by promoting the city's iconic selling points, the most exciting spirit of innovation to create memorable events is in Brooklyn.

Greg Oates, Skift | 6 years ago

Rental Cars

After Succes in New York City, Uber Hits Statewide Challenges

Although Uber won't admit it, the deal it struck with New York is a win-win for consumers. It provides a model for everywhere else.

David Klepper, Associated Press | 6 years ago

Tourism

Environmentalists and Locals Battle Over Use of Landmark Park in New York

A mix of tourists — some who hike, some who ride — seems like the better use of land than setting aside such a giant tract for minimal use.

Associated Press | 6 years ago

Tourism

Fundraising Begins for a Museum of Political Corruption in New York’s Capital

Nobody's going to go to Albany for an art museum. But a museum that encapsulates everything that makes Albany a leader in its dubious field? Not a bad idea.

Michael Virtanen, Associated Press | 6 years ago