NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Nashville makes millions each year on tourism, but with less people traveling during the pandemic, hotels all over the nation are taking a big hit.
One hospitality group says a lot of hotels won’t have a full staff until at least the end of the year.
If you look at the numbers from The American Hotel and Lodging Association, you’ll notice a major difference from before the pandemic.
Nine out 10 hotels have laid off or furloughed workers and only 37% have been able to bring workers backs. As of now, two thirds of the country’s hotels are operating at less than half capacity.
In Music City, the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corps released new numbers last week, saying weekly hotel stays were at 6,900 rooms earlier this month – down from more than 26,000 this time last year.
Right now, the busiest days are Tuesday and Wednesday, indicating that business travel has started to pick up.
The good news is things are starting to improve after hotel stays hit their lowest point back in April. The study shows 28% percent of hotels could be fully staffed by the end of August.
What is the rebound?
As Middle Tennessee works to rebound from the impact of the Coronavirus, we want to help. Whether it's getting back to work, making ends meet during this uncertain time, or managing the pressure, we're committed to finding solution. In addition, we want to tell your stories of hope, inspiration, and creativity as Middle Tennessee starts to rebound.
Find more in the sections below
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Safely Back to School
How schools are changing, and what you can do to help your child get the most from their education, in-person or virtual -
Making Ends Meet
Find help on topics from rent to food to new belt-tightening techniques -
Managing the Pressure
Feeling isolated or frustrated? Learn ways to connect with people virtually, get counseling or manage your stress. -
Doing What’s Right
Keep track of the way people are spending your tax dollars and treating your community. -
State of Education
Find ways to cope with the new normal around schools and celebrate students’ success in the age of Coronavirus. -
We're Open Y'all
Support local businesses doing their best to stay open and serve their customers during Covid.
