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Your Daily AAHOA Update for Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020

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CDC: When Vaccine Is Limited, Who Gets Vaccinated First?

Because the supply of COVID-19 vaccine in the United States is expected to be limited at first, the CDC recommends that initial supplies of COVID-19 vaccine be allocated to healthcare personnel and long-term care facility residents. The CDC made this recommendation on December 3, 2020, and based it on recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), an independent panel of medical and public health experts. The recommendations were made with these goals in mind:

Decrease death and serious disease as much as possible.
Preserve functioning of society.
Reduce the extra burden COVID-19 is having on people already facing disparities.

In other news, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed the emergency use of Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine, which follows the recent approval of the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine last Friday. Once FDA approval is granted, the U.S. is preparing to ship almost millions of doses to thousands of locations as early as next week. This is good news for the travel and tourism industry as we close out 2020 and look ahead to the new year.

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At Least 34 Million Fewer Americans to Travel This Holiday Season

AAA Travel expects the vast majority of Americans to stay home this holiday season. Public health concerns and travel guidance are influencing their decisions not to travel over the year-end holidays, a period that typically sees high demand for vacations. While AAA expects at least 34 million fewer travelers compared to last year’s holiday season, as many as 84.5 million Americans may still travel from Dec. 23 through Jan. 3, a decline in travel of at least 29%. The CDC urges Americans not to travel for the holidays this year, warning that travel increases your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19. For those who make the personal decision to travel, it is important to understand the risks involved and take steps to keep yourself and others safe.

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What Members Are Saying...

“Thank you very much... to the [AAHOA] team, not only for these updates but for your continued hard work and dedication.”

– AAHOA Lifetime Member, Texas

Upcoming AAHOA Events & Webcasts

Virtual Event

ICYMI: Board Service Meeting with AAHOA President & CEO Cecil P. Staton

AAHOA President & CEO Cecil P. Staton led a Board Service Interest Meeting on Tuesday looking for motivated members who want to help AAHOA achieve the goals laid out in its 2021-2023 Strategic Plan, which will launch in January. If you missed the meeting, you can still view the on-demand video. The nomination period runs through March 8, and open positions and eligibility requirements are available here. Help lead AAHOA into the future by volunteering to serve.

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Event Series

Get Trained to Comply with FL’s New Human Trafficking Law Before Its Too Late!

There’s still time to take advantage of AAHOA’s human trafficking awareness training series before the December 31 deadline. There are three events left in the series, which features Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) Inhospitable to Human Trafficking Training Sponsored by AAHOA -- Jacksonville (6 p.m. Thursday), Daytona (12:30 p.m. Friday), and Orlando (6 p.m. Friday). The new law mandates that all employees be certified within 60 days after they begin employment in a housekeeping or reception area role or by Jan. 1, 2021, whichever occurs later. Space is limited and registrants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait. If you are unable to attend the in-person training, you can take our on-demand online training at any time.

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Upcoming Industry Events & Webcasts

Live Webinar

2021 - A View from the Top: Hospitality Insights & Strategies

Are you wondering what lies ahead for 2021 amid the shifting hospitality landscape? Are you interested in better understanding how to successfully navigate the dynamic hospitality environment? Join AAHOA Chairman Biran Patel and other hospitality executives for expert insights and valuable strategies that span all facets of the hospitality industry. Each of the panelists will provide valuable perspectives to help you make sound decisions in this dynamic environment.

12 noon EST Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021

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Live Webcast

Save the Date: USTA – Refueling the Economy and American Jobs Through Travel

Join U.S. Travel Association President & CEO Roger Dow for an exclusive virtual update on the state of the American travel Industry. The address will cover the relief and stimulus policy priorities that will be necessary to help safely reignite domestic and international inbound travel to accelerate our industry’s rebound in the year ahead. USTA also will release its comprehensive Power of Travel platform, which details how advocacy will deliver economic relief and recovery, increase America’s global competitiveness, define the future of mobility and infrastructure, reimagine air travel, and improve travel facilitation.

1 p.m. EST Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021

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