REMARKS
Overview of New York City's thriving tourism industry
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Council Member Menin provides an overview of New York City's tourism industry, highlighting its significance as an economic driver for the city. She presents statistics on visitor numbers, spending, and hotel occupancy rates.
- New York City welcomed over 62 million visitors in 2023
- Visitors spent an estimated $48 billion, supporting local businesses and generating tax revenue
- The city's hotel market was the top in the nation with an 81.6% occupancy rate in the previous year
Julie Menin
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New York City is a top destination for domestic and international travelers, and the tourism industry is one of the city's primary economic drivers.
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In 2023, New York City welcomed more than 60 2,000,000 visitors who spent an estimated $48,000,000,000 supporting local businesses and generating tax revenue for our great city.
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Last year, the city's hotel market was the top hotel market in the nation with an occupancy rate of 81.6%.
