Central NY Welcome Center

Central NY Welcome Center The CNY Welcome Center located inside Destiny USA, the largest mall in NY, offers a Taste NY Market with local and I LOVE NY goods for purchase.
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Operated by Visit Syracuse, you’ll find a wealth of tourist information including many interactive kiosks.

We have the official FLX and CNY visitors guides from Visit Syracuse in stock! Ask us about them next time you’re in Des...
08/26/2024

We have the official FLX and CNY visitors guides from Visit Syracuse in stock! Ask us about them next time you’re in Destiny USA and get inspired to find new places within and outside of Onondaga County for your travel itinerary!

Back in stock are the pure maple syrup candies from Merle Maple Farm! We love these as gifts (they would be great first ...
08/23/2024

Back in stock are the pure maple syrup candies from Merle Maple Farm! We love these as gifts (they would be great first day of school teacher gifts) or to keep for ourselves. Ps: Check them out at the NYS Maple stand at the The Great New York State Fair!

Do you love them as much as we do?! 😍🍁

08/23/2024

Maple is New York's finest tradition. Insist on pure and enjoy maple treats galore!

Happy NYS Fair!! I LOVE NEW YORK will be at The Great New York State Fair! Immerse yourself in the outdoors, explore art...
08/21/2024

Happy NYS Fair!! I LOVE NEW YORK will be at The Great New York State Fair! Immerse yourself in the outdoors, explore art and culture, and discover fun between August 21 - September 2.

Read more:
https://www.iloveny.com/blog/post/visit-the-i-love-ny-experience/

Bask in the best of New York State with the I LOVE NY Experience, going on tour this summer and making stops at some of the season’s hottest events in New York and beyond!

Summer may be winding down, but there is still plenty of time left to grill! We have Maple BBQ Sauce by Merle Maple Farm...
08/19/2024

Summer may be winding down, but there is still plenty of time left to grill! We have Maple BBQ Sauce by Merle Maple Farm available in 15.5 oz bottles. Use it on beef, pork, or chicken or in place of ketchup! 🍗

08/16/2024
Our dogs go crazy for these gourmet maple coated dog biscuits by Merle Maple Farm and yours will too!Take a photo of you...
08/16/2024

Our dogs go crazy for these gourmet maple coated dog biscuits by Merle Maple Farm and yours will too!

Take a photo of your pup enjoying these treats and tag us to be featured on our page!

Check out I LOVE NEW YORK's Instagram-worthy places around CNY and NYS as summer winds down. How many of these places ha...
08/14/2024

Check out I LOVE NEW YORK's Instagram-worthy places around CNY and NYS as summer winds down. How many of these places have you visited?

From magnificent mountain peaks to spectacular city skylines, there’s no place like New York State in the summer! If you’re looking to impress with some amazing photos, we’ve got you covered. Your

Have you tried creamed honey before? 🍯  we have regular and cinnamon by Moonbeemeadery-RICHESApiaryavailable for purchas...
08/12/2024

Have you tried creamed honey before? 🍯 we have regular and cinnamon by Moonbeemeadery-RICHESApiaryavailable for purchase at the CNY Welcome Center!

This whipped honey is perfect for spreading on toast or eating right from the tub 😋

We have new Merle Maple Farm products at the CNY Welcome Center this month! How many of their products can you spot in t...
08/09/2024

We have new Merle Maple Farm products at the CNY Welcome Center this month! How many of their products can you spot in this image?

Happy August! ☀️  Check out these last-minute summer family adventures to take before school starts this fall by I LOVE ...
08/07/2024

Happy August! ☀️ Check out these last-minute summer family adventures to take before school starts this fall by I LOVE NEW YORK!

Credit: on Instagram Back-to-school season is here, but there’s plenty of summer fun still to be had! In between your searches for a new backpack, pencils, and glue sticks, plan one last family adventure before the kids head back into the classroom. Let imaginations run wi...

08/05/2024

What a great video by NYS Grown & Certified on where to pick blueberries!

The last couple of $1 movies at Destiny USA's Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express are this Tuesday and Wednesday! Catch ...
08/05/2024

The last couple of $1 movies at Destiny USA's Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express are this Tuesday and Wednesday! Catch Minions: The Rise of Gru on August 6 and Sing 2 on August 7.

Grab some Arbor Hill Gummies as a snack on your way to these family-friendly movies!

Read more here:

Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express Returns to Destiny USA on June 11th! Summer Movie Express Tickets for Family Movies Are Just $1 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays   June 11 & 12: Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway / Puss in Boots: The Last Wish June 18 & 19: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem […]

08/02/2024

Check out the fairs running over the next week! When it's fair season, you can rest assured that you're

Find a full list of New York county fairs and the dates they’re running on NYSAAF's website: https://www.nyfairs.org/fairs_by_name.htm

Do you love going to county fairs? Pick up a New York State Frequent Fairgoers Passport at the CNY Welcome Center! 🎟️Fai...
08/02/2024

Do you love going to county fairs? Pick up a New York State Frequent Fairgoers Passport at the CNY Welcome Center! 🎟️

Fairgoers of all ages can earn prizes by collecting stamps and buttons at multiple fairs across NYS. Get your passport and find your fair! 🎡

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets I LOVE NEW YORK

07/31/2024

Fair season is in full swing! Check out these ongoing and upcoming fairs that are running this week - and don't forget to bring your County Fairs Passport! What fairs are you visiting this summer?

You can find a full list of New York county fairs and the dates they’re running on NYSAAF's website: https://www.nyfairs.org/fairs_by_name.htm

Check out how to pamper yourself with products by Syracuse Soapworks, LLC and BeeKind Syracuse 🫧🕯️While you’re browsing,...
07/30/2024

Check out how to pamper yourself with products by Syracuse Soapworks, LLC and BeeKind Syracuse 🫧🕯️

While you’re browsing, discover the wide array of I LOVE NEW YORK merchandise that we offer 🍎

We can’t wait to see you this week!

Have you checked out any NY State Parks & Historic Sites this summer? Now is the perfect time to plan your next to one o...
07/29/2024

Have you checked out any NY State Parks & Historic Sites this summer? Now is the perfect time to plan your next to one of them! Check out their blog post linked below to find your next park to swim at, grill at, golf at, and more!

Don't forget to participate in their Centennial Challenge celebrating 100 years of NYS Parks!

There’s nothing quite like a New York summer! It’s peak season at New York State Parks and Historic Sites. Camping is in full swing, whether it’s in one of our cabins, or in tents or RVs. The swimm…

These marshmallows and hot chocolate mix from Hudson Valley Marshmallow Company are perfect for sitting around the campf...
07/26/2024

These marshmallows and hot chocolate mix from Hudson Valley Marshmallow Company are perfect for sitting around the campfire this summer or cozying up on the couch while enjoying a good movie night.

Try Salted Caramel or Vanilla Bean on top of your premium hot chocolate mix, or pop one in your mouth for a sweet treat!

Do you still need to make camping plans this summer? Check out the blog below by I LOVE NEW YORK. They feature 12 of the...
07/24/2024

Do you still need to make camping plans this summer? Check out the blog below by I LOVE NEW YORK. They feature 12 of the many incredible locations to camp at around NY! 🏕️

From the heart of Finger Lakes wine country to the home of baseball, here are some of the best places to set up camp and enjoy some quality time with your loved ones and Mother Nature.

Next up we have Hal's New York Kettle Chips in Sour Cream & Onion, Original Sea Saly, and Buffalo Ranch. These chips are...
07/19/2024

Next up we have Hal's New York Kettle Chips in Sour Cream & Onion, Original Sea Saly, and Buffalo Ranch. These chips are New York Born & NY Made. They were launched in 2019 for you indulge in at lunchtime or while watching a movie. Grab a bag or a few the next time you visit us in Destiny USA!

Celebrating   with a new product at the CNY Welcome Center!Issa's Pita Chips are family-owned & operated company out of ...
07/15/2024

Celebrating with a new product at the CNY Welcome Center!

Issa's Pita Chips are family-owned & operated company out of Buffalo, NY. Created in 1981 with an old world baking technique from Lebanese culture and passed down to each generation. Enjoy Classic Sea Salt and Cinnamon Sugar chips the next time you stop by!

They also source their products from New York State Grown & Certified Producer! We are so excited to have this product for you!

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

New at the CNY Welcome is Fluffed Sour Rainbow Candy from Speach Family Candy Shoppe 🍬This candy is freeze-dried so it’s...
07/12/2024

New at the CNY Welcome is Fluffed Sour Rainbow Candy from Speach Family Candy Shoppe 🍬

This candy is freeze-dried so it’s a crunchier candy with an intensified flavor. We love these colorful candies and how satisfying the crunch is.

Have you tried freeze dried candy before? Do you like it? Come in and try it if you haven’t tried it yet!

Do you know where the county fairs are in the CNY area? I LOVE NEW YORK put together a list of the county fairs and food...
07/11/2024

Do you know where the county fairs are in the CNY area? I LOVE NEW YORK put together a list of the county fairs and food festivals around New York State.

A couple of great mentions are the Madison County NY Government Fair the annual Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally Expo! Are you going?

Explore the list of county fairs and food festivals happening around New York State. Find information on prices, tickets, and dates to plan the perfect day.

July is Ice Cream Month! We’re featuring a few products that can be added to your delicious treat! 🍦 Swipe to see ➡️Cara...
07/10/2024

July is Ice Cream Month! We’re featuring a few products that can be added to your delicious treat! 🍦 Swipe to see ➡️

Cara-Sel Salted Caramel by The Ardent Homesteader Inc.

Maple syrup by Dutch Hill Maple

Pieces of Chocolate Covered Pretzels by Speach Family Candy Shoppe

What else do you enjoy on top of your ice cream?

07/08/2024

Have you seen the new products we have for July?! We are so excited over these new arrivals for summer! Check these out:

Salt City Coffee
Hudson Valley Marshmallow Company
The Speach Family Candy Shoppe
Hal's New York
Issa's Pita Chips

https://www.instagram.com/p/C9KiSH5uzi5/

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07/03/2024

As we enter the middle of the summer, there’s no better time to enjoy the freshest flavors that New York farms have to offer, which is why this month’s photo contest category is “Summer Harvest Snapshots!” 🥒🫐🫐🌭🌶🫑🍤🧀🥩🦪🍔🥕🧅🍒

With an abundance of fresh produce like cucumbers, radishes, zucchini, berries, cherries, peaches, and so much more blossoming into season, we invite you to share the delicious and colorful array of summer eats that decorate our plates and nourish our minds and bodies!

Whether it's a fresh farmers' market haul, a sizzling backyard barbecue showcase, or a handful of warm, sun-ripened berries fresh off the vine, show us how you savor the flavor of summer and contribute to a sustainable food system by shopping seasonally and locally!

(PS…we DEFINITELY want to see your 4th of July cookout plates!)

To submit a photo for consideration, email it with a brief description of the photo to [email protected] with the subject line: “AGM Photo Contest_July_Your Name”. All submissions for July must be submitted by Friday, July 26. Please visit our website to see the FULL contest details: https://agriculture.ny.gov/2024-agricultural-photo-contest

This holiday weekend and the summertime call for hotdogs. Figure out where the best places are to get one from this list...
07/03/2024

This holiday weekend and the summertime call for hotdogs. Figure out where the best places are to get one from this list by I LOVE NEW YORK. Heid's down the road from us in Liverpool is featured!

Credit: on Instagram Hot dog, frank, weiner, Coney, red hot, white hot– whatever you call them, New York State has the best hot dog variations you’ll ever meat. Trek to the

It's time for more family-friendly movies at Destiny USA and Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express with $1 tickets! Stop i...
07/01/2024

It's time for more family-friendly movies at Destiny USA and Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express with $1 tickets! Stop in to the CNY Welcome Center for the sweetest snacks, including flavored honey sticks 4 for $1 by Moonbeemeadery-RICHESApiary!

This week's schedule includes:
July 2: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
July 3: Paw Patrol: The Movie

Check out future movies below:
https://www.destinyusa.com/event/regal-1-summer-movie-express/

Summer is the perfect time to pick up jelly and preserves from us at the CNY Welcome Center!Stop in this weekend and pic...
06/28/2024

Summer is the perfect time to pick up jelly and preserves from us at the CNY Welcome Center!

Stop in this weekend and pick up your favorite one. We have Peach, Apple Cider, Blueberry, and Hot Pepper from Hunter & Hilsberg!

We can’t wait to see you!

Address

1 Destiny USA Drive
Syracuse, NY
13204

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11pm - 5pm

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