COVID-19 Tourism Industry Resources
The following resources provide information related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Destination Marketing Organizations
- CARES Act and SBA Disaster Loan Resources
Information about CARES Act eligibility and funding programs from U.S. Travel Association
Industry Insights
- Travel Industry Research
U.S. Travel Association offers data on the economic impact of Coronavirus - Brand USA Updates
Information on COVID-19, it's impact on the tourism industry and marketing adjustments - Destinations International COVID-19 Response & Recovery Hub
Tourism experts weigh in on how the industry is responding and what lies ahead, includes free webinars
Business Owners
- Missouri Stay At Home Order: Business Guidance
Additional guidelines for business and waiver request form - CARES Act and SBA Disaster Loan Resources
Information on CARES Act eligibility and funding programs from the U.S. Travel Association - Missouri Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Free webinars and other resources for businesses impacted by COVID-19 - MOSourceLink
Business assistance hotline and resources - Missouri SBDC Resources
Information relevant to small businesses, including resources, videos and links to additional material from various government agencies - Missouri Department of Labor for Businesses & Workers
Information on unemployment, workers' compensation and workplace discrimination - Cleaning Recommendations for Lodging Establishments
Recommendations for lodging establishments and similar facilities to help prevent the spread of disease
Employees and Job Seekers
- Missouri Department of Labor for Businesses & Workers
Information on unemployment, workers' compensation and workplace discrimination - Missouri Career Center
Search job opportunities - Online Unemployment System
File an unemployment claim
Community
- CDC Guidance
Planning, preparing and responding to COVID-19 - Stay at Home Orders by County
- COVID-19 in Missouri
Stay up to date with recent statistics regarding COVID-19 in Missouri
- See current Stay at Home Orders issued by municipalities throughout Missouri
Additional Resources
- Federal Guidance on Defining Essential Business
National recommendations for essential businesses - U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Updates on federal assistance programs - REAL ID
REAL ID deadline extended to Oct. 1, 2021
Posted On: April 3, 2020
Additional News
Show Me Strong Pledge
July 13, 2020
Show-Me Strong COVID-19 Economic Recovery Information
April 30, 2020
Missouri Tourism Commission announces new director
February 21, 2020
Missouri celebrates the holidays with signature events and attractions
November 12, 2019
State tourism awards presented at annual conference
October 4, 2019