Visitors To Hudson Valley Spent Billions In 2018: Report

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Visitors to the Hudson Valley poured $4.4 billion into the region in 2018, according to a recent announcement by Governor Andrew Cuomo. Hudson Valley Tourism said that makes the Hudson Valley the third highest revenue-generating tourism region in the state, behind New York City and Long Island.

Spending on food and beverage and lodging were the largest components, making up 46 percent of the total spending.

Hudson Valley Tourism Inc. is the 10-county region designated by I LOVE NEW YORK to promote tourism in the area.

The group is a collaboration among Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam Rensselaer, Rockland, Ulster and Westchester counties tourism promotion agencies.

Visitor spending on lodging, dining, shopping, area attractions and transportation in the region generated $307 million in local taxes and $238 million in state taxes.

As a result, the average regional household receives $738 in tax relief thanks to the revenue generated by tourism, the group said.

The announcement of the economic figures corresponds with the release Thursday of Hudson Valley Tourism's latest publication, the Hudson River Valley Regional Travel Guide.

The 23-page guide covers events, historic sites, artistic venues, farms, hiking trails, shopping destinations, theme parks and attractions.

It will be distributed at tourist information centers throughout the 10 counties, state Thruway Information Centers and trade shows.

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