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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 11/20/20
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STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending 14 November |
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HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—U.S. weekly hotel occupancy slipped further from previous weeks, according to the latest data from STR through 14 November.
8-14 November 2020 (percentage change from comparable week in 2019):
- Occupancy: 43.2% (-32.7%)
- Average daily rate (ADR): US$90.58 (-28.6%)
- Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$39.11 (-52.0%)
After ranging between 48% and 50% occupancy from mid-July into the later portion of October, the last three weeks have produced levels of 44.4%, 44.1% and 43.2%. str.com
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut |
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases 99,381; +2,353
COVID-19-Associated Deaths; 4805; +21
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19; 840; +24
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported 2,890,524; +36,339
Daily Test Positivity; 6.48%
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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Travel Advisory Updated October 20, 2020
Anyone traveling into Connecticut from a state with a positive case rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents, or higher than a 10% test positivity rate over a 7-day rolling average, or from a country for which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice, are directed to:
1. Self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state
2. Provide proof of negative COVID-19 test results within three days of arrival to avoid quarantining
3. Get tested in Connecticut and quarantine until receipt of negative test results
The list of impacted locations is updated on a weekly basis every Tuesday as the situation develops across the country. Click here to see impacted states.
Residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are exempt from this advisory but are advised to avoid non-essential travel.
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, November 17, the following locations meet the criteria:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Hotels Updated
- Indoor Recreation
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Event Guidance: Indoor Events | Outdoor Events
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Gatherings: Effective, November 6
- Indoor private gatherings at commercial establishment/places of business – 25 people
- Indoor private gatherings at private residents – 25 people
- Outdoor private gatherings – 100 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
About 96% of Towns Under Red Alert; CT COVID-19 Positivity Rate Up to 6.5% nbcconnecticut.com
'Keep it small': Lamont warns of holiday gatherings as CT on cusp of 100K COVID cases ctpost.com
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To continue the drumbeat on the Hill of the need for more relief for our industry, AHLA released a new survey of its members showing that the hotel industry will continue to face devastation and significant job loss without Congress acting. Key findings include the following:
- 71% of hotels report that without additional relief, they will only be able to last six more months at current projected revenue and occupancy levels; 34% say they can only last 1-3 more months
- 59% of hotel owners said that they are in danger of foreclosure by their commercial real estate debt lenders due to COVID-19, a 10% increase since September
- 52% of respondents stated their hotel(s) will close without additional aid
- 98% of hoteliers would apply for and utilize a second draw Paycheck Protection Program loan
AHLA continues to push Congress to prioritize the industries and employees most affected by the pandemic and provide a critical lifeline for our industry during this unprecedented time. Read more.
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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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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: 11,465,722 +165,087
Total deaths: 249,670 +1,836
NEWS
As U.S. Reaches 250,000 Deaths From COVID-19, A Long Winter Is Coming npr.org
US sees highest Covid-19 death toll in months as deaths top a quarter of a million cnn.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
56 261 952; cases; +595 073
1 349 506; deaths; +10 461
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