Federal news: Supreme Court blocks federal vaccine mandate for large employers; OSHA pulls down emergency rule

February, 8 2022

Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Training: January Update

January, 28 2022

Training Programs: As THLA previously reported, Texas’s new human trafficking prevention training requirement for hotel employees formally took effect on January 1st.  The new law is administered by the Texas… Read more »

Alternative Accommodations

January, 27 2022

The characteristics of lodging is changing. Read about alternative accommodations.

Port Aransas – Live the Island Life!

January, 26 2022

Proudly anchored in tradition, generations of Texans have made the laid-back coastal town their annual vacation destination. Discover ‘Port A’

Hotel Industry Trends 2022

December, 29 2021

The pandemic affected the hospitality and travel industries more than most an compelled them to innovate and adapt. See top trends for 2022

Port Isabel-Deep Roots in Texas History

October, 28 2021

Video Stories for Hotels

October, 27 2021

Video offers hotels a great opportunity to immerse their guests in their individual stories and to showcase their amenities through their website. 

Eco-Friendly Travel

September, 30 2021

Eco-friendly hotels are expected now
Hotels and resorts have been going green for years, but what used to be a trend is now an expectation for eco-friendly travelers.

Sustainable hospitality does less harm to the environment, lowers costs, and garners goodwill from guests.

The Benefits of Contactless Check-in

August, 31 2021

Even before the Covid pandemic, contactless check-in was a valued feature for travelers. 

Contactless check-in and communication allow hotels to adhere to socially distanced travel requirements, minimize touchpoints, increase staff efficiencies, enhance guest services, and offer greater opportunities for targeted marketing to guests. 

Contactless check-in consistently ranks at the top of customer satisfaction surveys.

THLA Virtual Interactive Webinar Series: Best of THLA Short Course Session 3

July, 29 2021

THLA is excited to offer the second no-cost virtual interactive webinar series, each session featuring one of our three top-rated speakers from our award-winning THLA Short Course.

Going Beyond the Brand: Personal Branding for Leaders
Top Short Course Speaker Karen McCullough, Thursday, July 15th: 2pm – 3:30pm