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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 10/16/20
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An Insightful Analysis and Strategic Plan for the Lodging Industry |
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The Connecticut Office of Tourism has released the results of its Tourism Insight Program with data from July-September. This is not the type of report that should sit on the shelf. It provides actionable strategies to improve your business today and position yourself for the spring.
10 Tips for Tourism Recovery from the Connecticut Office of Tourism
We know that our tourism industry partners have been greatly impacted by COVID-19. In light of these difficult times, the Connecticut Office of Tourism has launched the Tourism Insights: Tips for Recovery program, a research-based program that will generate Northeast-specific data aimed at supporting the Connecticut tourism industry.
1) Make safety priority #1.
2) Tell them you require masks. It's good for business.
3) Tout your cleaning protocols.
4) Let them bring Fido.
5) Promote your readiness for workcations.
6) Try a subscription model.
7) Don't try adding COVID fees.
8) Figure out a way to let them take it home.
9) Create an in-car experience.
10) Add a food truck or two!
From CLA
We all know how important it is to have current information to make business decisions. The information presented here is a quick summary of the information in their email. If you haven't already subscribed to the Connecticut Office of Tourism's newsletter, we urge you to do it today. Subscribe here. |
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut |
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases 62,028; +213
COVID-19-Associated Deaths 4,540; +3
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19 191; +3
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported 1,932,064; +15,817
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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Travel Advisory Updated September 14, 2020
Anyone traveling into Connecticut, New York, or New Jersey from a state that has a new daily positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents or a state with a 10% or higher positivity rate over a 7-day rolling average are directed to
- Self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state
- Provide proof of negative COVID-19 test results within three days of arrival to avoid quarantining
- Get tested in Connecticut and quarantine until receipt of negative test results
Travelers will now be required to complete a form upon entry into Connecticut stating their name, date of birth, state of origin, estimated length of stay and location while in Connecticut, as well as contact information. The form is required to be submitted to DPH and can be completed online by visiting ct.gov/travelform.
As of Tuesday, October 13, the following locations meet the criteria:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Hotels Updated
- Indoor Recreation
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Event Guidance: Indoor Events | Outdoor Events
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Gatherings Expanded: Effective, October 8
- Indoor private gatherings at commercial establishment/places of business – 50% capacity, capped at 100 people
- Indoor private gatherings at private residents – 25 people
- Outdoor private gatherings – 150 people
Guidance On The Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce CISA's Identifying Critical Infrastructure During COVID-19 guidance and accompanying list are intended to support state, local, and industry partners in identifying the critical infrastructure sectors and the essential workers. Updated 8/18/20
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For COVID 19 Information Connecticut Residents Can Call 2-1-1 or text CTCOVID to 898211
NEWS
11 CT cities, towns under Red Alert for COVID-19 cases wtnh.com
Coronavirus Hospitalizations Continue To Climb In Connecticut patch.com
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The AHLA Foundation has launched a NEW scholarship program to provide scholarships to 2-year hospitality students across the country. We recognize these students are integral to our industry, and we believe that investing in them now will help them create a life-long career in the industry.
We are partnering with 10, 2-year hospitality programs around the country to provide $100,000 to students signing up for the 2021/2022 academic year. These scholarships will cover a substantial portion of students’ tuition and school costs for a year.
In addition, AHLAF is awarding another $1 million in scholarships to 310 bachelor and graduate degree hospitality students during the 2020/2021 academic year. This year’s scholarship recipients represented 38 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Nearly 45 percent of recipients are students of color and 75 percent of recipients are female.
Since its founding, the AHLA Foundation has distributed nearly $14 million in scholarship funds to promising hospitality management students across the nation.
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COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels, a new course! COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels, created in consultation with the AHLA's Safe Stay Advisory Council, presents united industry guidelines endorsed by all major U.S. hotel brands to help hotel operators achieve their top priority – protecting guests and employees against the coronavirus. REGISTER HERE for the course.
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Webinars
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SERVSAFE MANAGER: Available In-Person & Online |
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All restaurants in Connecticut are required to have a certified food protection manager on staff. The ServSafe Manager course will certify you as a certified food protection manager, formerly known as the QFO. We are currently offering three different options for certification: In-person classes, Online Classes with an In-Person Proctor and Online Classes with Take Exam at Home.
All three options meet the state requirement for certification. Details for each are below. If you have any questions, email servsafe@ctrestaurant.org
What we will cover:
- The importance of Food Safety
- Good Personal Hygiene
- Time and Temperature Control
- Preventing Cross-Contamination
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Safe Food Preparation
- Receiving and Storing Food
- Methods of Thawing, Cooking, Cooling and Reheating Food
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
- Food Safety Regulation
Click here for more details and dates
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STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending 10 October |
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U.S. hotel weekly occupancy hit 50% for just the second time since the low point of the pandemic, according to the latest data from STR through 10 October.
4-10 October 2020 (percentage change from comparable week in 2019):
- Occupancy: 50.0% (-29.2%)
- Average daily rate (ADR): US$97.67 (-25.9%)
- Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$48.85 (-47.5%)
While a handful of the highest occupancy markets were those in areas affected by natural disasters (i.e. California wildfires), Saturday produced the week’s highest occupancy (65.2%) and ADR (US$110.84), indicating that the leisure and weekend staycation demand seen during the summer may make appearances into the fall. str.com
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Lodging Reopening Guidelines and Resources |
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Guidelines:
CT Office of Tourism: New So Good to See You safety videos- These videos spotlight the many protocols businesses across the state have put in place to welcome visitors back safely. Each video includes interviews with a sampling of our restaurant, lodging and attraction leaders who showcase how well-prepared the entire Connecticut tourism industry is for the return of our residents and area visitors alike. To see all Tourism Safety videos CLICK HERE. Download Lodging Safety Video HERE.
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COVID19: What is the current situation? |
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Total cases: 7,894,768 +59,761
Total deaths: 216,025 +831
NEWS
Coronavirus updates: Fauci warns Thanksgiving celebrations a 'risk' as US nears 8M cases; WHO study knocks remdesivir as a treatment option usatoday.com
COVID-19 cases in US grow at a speed not seen since June, the start of the summer peak usatoday.com
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CDC Resources
COVID-19 Travel Recommendations
- The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.
- CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential international travel. CDC recommends that travelers avoid travel to Brazil, China, Iran, Most European Countries, United Kingdom and Ireland
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U.S. Travel: Travel increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Do not travel if you are sick, or if you have been around someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days. Do not travel with someone who is sick. Protect yourself and others during your trip.
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World Health Organization Situation Report who.int
38 619 674; cases; +361 742
1 093 522; deaths; +5 937
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The Connecticut Lodging Association is a trade association representing and promoting the lodging industry in Connecticut. Want to know about CLA benefits and membership? Visit us at ctlodging.org/membership
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