Connecticut Lodging Association

11/18/2024

11/19 9 a.m. Discover New England presents Best Practices: Working with International Operators
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Join us for Part 2 of the Best Practices Education Webinar series, where we dive deeper into working with international operators! This time, we are sitting down with Richard Wimms, Managing Director of Vacations to America and Dominique Kotsias, Product Manager with Journeyscape, for an inside look...

11/11/2024

11/12, 2-4 p.m.: CLA and CT DCF are hosting a virtual training on Human Trafficking Prevention for lodging employees. Essential information and tools will be provided.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BLn6dNC6RQCPrYs17FiFyQ

11/11/2024

Join Sullivan & LeShane for virtual advocacy meetings on Nov 12 at 11 a.m., focusing on state issues affecting the Connecticut Lodging Association. Key topics include occupancy tax concerns, budget cuts, and restrictions due to Airbnb. Don't miss out
https://ow.ly/MGq950TTw1P

11/07/2024

Governor Lamont Announces Open Enrollment for Coverage With Access Health CT Has Begun and Runs Through January 15

Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont Announces Open Enrollment for Coverage With Access Health CT Has Begun and Runs Through January 15 Access Health CT’s Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2024, to January 15, 2025 11/01/2024 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Insurance Commissioner ...

11/04/2024

Join Sullivan & LeShane for virtual advocacy meetings on Nov 12 at 11 a.m., focusing on state issues affecting the Connecticut Lodging Association. Key topics include occupancy tax concerns, budget cuts, and restrictions due to Airbnb. Don't miss out
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/81826489615?pwd=npd5VJwiVI5o3vxDT3wJmic5dUeKbo.1

10/29/2024

11/12, 2-4 p.m.: CLA and CT DCF are hosting a virtual training on Human Trafficking Prevention for lodging employees. Essential information and tools will be provided.
https://ow.ly/Pprp50TTwlc

10/28/2024

Join Sullivan & LeShane for virtual advocacy meetings on Nov 12 at 11 a.m., focusing on state issues affecting the Connecticut Lodging Association. Key topics include occupancy tax concerns, budget cuts, and restrictions due to Airbnb. Don't miss out
https://ow.ly/V6gc50TTvZv

10/28/2024

Sullivan & LeShane is hosting an important webinar for the Connecticut Lodging Association on October 30 at 11 a.m. The sessions will focus on best practices for state advocacy, addressing critical issues such as:

1. Potential increases in the occupancy tax that could adversely affect businesses.

2. Budget cuts that may impact tourism funding.

3. New restrictions on business operations, particularly concerning guest limits, in light of the rise of Airbnb and alternative accommodations.

Sullivan & LeShane has a proven track record in building coalitions and engaging grassroots advocacy, successfully influencing legislation for various organizations. Attendance at one of these sessions is crucial for staying informed and prepared to advocate for our industry.
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/86249289536?pwd=he4NndoK7JJcxigHwHFa2Tb9TOoPW3.1

10/16/2024

Waterford Hotel Group Promotes Duane Schroder to Chief Growth Officer

Waterford Hotel Group announced the promotion of Duane Schroder to chief growth officer, a newly created position.

10/11/2024

100 Hotel Trends You Need to Watch in 2025 & Beyond

The pandemic dramatically changed how (and why) we travel. Business travel shut down leading to the rapid rise of virtual conferencing and events. Offices closed leading to the...

10/10/2024

Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut’s Minimum Wage Will Increase to $16.35 on January 1, 2025

Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut’s Minimum Wage Will Increase to $16.35 on January 1, 2025 9/27/2024 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that beginning on January 1, 2025, Connecticut’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $15.69 per ...

10/09/2024

2025 Per diem rates announced:

GSA establishes the maximum CONUS (Continental United States) Per Diem rates for federal travel customers.

10/08/2024

Hurricane Milton Travel Advisory: Avelo customers may rebook their travel through Friday, October 18, 2024, by calling (346) 616-9500 between 6 a.m. and 12 a.m. EDT. See website for details.
aveloair.com/travel-advisory

10/08/2024

U.S. hotel results for week ending 28 September

The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 28 September.

09/20/2024

Dan Haar: A battle looms as CT's tourism and hospitality industry sees threats to strong sales

CT has seen sharply rising sales tax receipts from restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues despite low state marketing.