Connecticut Lodging Association
05/31/2022
Register Now! CLA's Kick-off to Summer Networking Event
There is always room for more...

Join us for CLA's Kick-off to Summer Networking event. An after-hours networking event to mingle with lodging industry associates, learn about the Connecticut Lodging Association benefits, and see how the lodging industry can make a difference in 2022. 
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 | 4:00 PM EDT
Courtyard by Marriott at Yale
30 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511
Governor Lamont Announces Launch of ‘Find Your Vibe’ Campaign Promoting Connecticut’s Summer Tourism Season
The Connecticut Office of Tourism is launching a new summer campaign encouraging travelers to discover something new about Connecticut – and maybe even themselves. Titled, “Find Your Vibe,” the campaign reflects a more updated, youthful, and holistic view of Connecticut’s vibrant culture, while focusing on the energy and excitement travelers experience when visiting tourist attractions, hotels, and restaurants, and exploring the state’s abundant outdoor offerings.

To coincide with the campaign, Connecticut Office of Tourism is also debuting a new look for www.CTvisit.com, the first major update to the state’s official tourism website in years.

“Connecticut is an exciting place to be that offers all kinds of experiences and the ‘Find Your Vibe’ campaign captures that in a way we haven’t seen, heard, or felt before,” Governor Lamont said. “The campaign and website are high on energy and personality and serve as a fantastic introduction or re-introduction to Connecticut for travelers near and far. All of this is great news for Connecticut businesses and the state’s economy as we head into the summer months.” Read more.
Register Today! DCF Human Trafficking Prevention Course for Lodging
Join us Tuesday, June 14th for CLA's virtual training course on Human Trafficking Prevention from the CT Department of Children and Families. This course is open to any and all lodging employees. Please register each employee who will attend the course separately.

Please send any questions in advance to info@ctlodging.org, with subject line 6/14 HTP Question.

When: Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut
Connecticut Update: as of May 27, 2022 4:00 p.m. portal.ct.gov/coronavirus
Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases; 874,636; +7,104
COVID-19 Tests Reported; 14,520,092; +60,031
Daily Test Positivity; 11.83%
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19; 363; +9
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
U.S. - COVID19: What is the current situation?
Cases & Latest Updates 5/27/22 Cases in U.S.
Total cases: 83,712,396 +111,944
Total deaths: 1,001,310 +298
Global
World Health Organization Situation Report who.int
526,382,196 cases; +2,520,945
6,286,323; deaths; +6,8392

Connecticut News

COVID-19: Positivity Rate Dips Below 12 Percent In CT, 19 New Deaths Reported dailyvoice.com

COVID-19 Cases in Connecticut Nursing Homes Are Rising nbcconnecticut.com
National News

The real COVID surge is (much) bigger than it looks. But don't panic npr.org

US making COVID antiviral drug more available at test sites apnews.com
Hotel News
Transforming Digital Payments to Improve the Corporate Travel Experience lodgingmagazine.com

Hotel Property Taxes – An Opportunity to Cut a Cost hotel-online.com

73% of Americans Plan to Travel This Summer – But Inflation Has Forced Some to Alter Their Plans

Travel Sentiment Improves Despite Higher Prices, COVID-19 and Travel Disruption Concerns - STR
AHLA, ASCAP Announce New Licensing Deal
AHLA has a new music licensing agreement with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), giving AHLA members an efficient, affordable way to legally use music on their properties. Through this new agreement, AHLA members can receive a discount of up to 5%. Hotels are not required to agree to these licenses and can negotiate on their own, but we believe this agreement is the best way to ensure legal compliance while supporting the artists behind the music we enjoy. 

AHLA members will need their membership ID number when applying for their ASCAP license.
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