Long Island Tourism Spending Hits Record $6.6 Billion in 2022, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
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Tourism spending on Long Island hit a record $6.6 billion in 2022, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
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Hotel rates and inflation contributed to higher visitor spending compared to previous years.
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Suffolk County saw over half of tourism dollars due to beaches, vineyards, and East End hotels.
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Staffing shortages still pose a challenge for tourism businesses despite recovery.
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New York State also saw record tourism spending, reaching $79 billion in 2022 from 291 million visitors.