Welcome to the Tourism Division

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The Tourism Division works to make tourism a leading economic contributor and a source of pride for Connecticut. The division partners with the Connecticut business community and five regional tourism districts to position the state, encourage strategic investment and ensure that Connecticut is a prime destination for leisure and business travelers. The division offers a broad range of services, including marketing, research, hospitality services, direct sales and business marketing assistance. The division operates Connecticut's four Welcome Centers.

The processing of all CCT grant programs, payments and awards will occur subject to available funds. Please continue to check the website for information on grant programs and upcoming deadlines. Culture and Tourism Partnership Grant Program will not be offered in FY2010. Marketing Opportunities Magazine Style Free Standing Insert (FSI) - Spring/Summer Campaign Magazine Style Free Standing Insert (FSI) - Fall/Winter Campaign   Online Lead Generation Campaigns Spring/Summer 2010 & Fall 2010   VISION Visitor Intercept Program Overview

Hot Topics Downtown Revitalization Institute Workshop: Title (Heritage Tourism) NEW! Tourism Marketing Fellowship now available. Deadline February 16, 2010 NEW! CCT's DRAFT Strategic Plan available for 30-day comments period NEW! Connecticut Tourism Moving Forward & CCT Grant Workshop Presentation Tourism Moving Forward Executive Summary The Governor's Awards for Excellence in Culture & Tourism nomination form now available Distinguished Advocates Awards nomination form now available Facts & Figures Connecticut Lodging Establishments Are Encouraged To Be Certified As A Connecticut Green Lodging {Connecticut Green Lodging Logo} CCT's Grant Overview Guidelines. Please read thoroughly.  Failure to comply could result in ineligibility for funding. View Lt. Governor Michael Fedele's cable show "Open Mike:  Tourism"

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