Author: THLA Staff
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Common Record Retention Time Periods
March, 28 2022Even in the era of electronic records, it is good practice to establish a policy of how long documents should be retained. This guide covers the most common records that hoteliers keep.
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The Hotel Occupancy Tax “Permanent Resident” Exemption
February, 24 2022There are often questions about whether the permanent resident exemption to the state and local hotel occupancy tax applies to a given situation, and at what point in time the… Read more »
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Ten Reasons You Can’t Resist Garland
February, 23 2022From Culture to Cowhides, here are 10 Reasons you Can’t Resist Garland
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Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Training: January Update
January, 28 2022Training 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 »
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Alternative Accommodations
January, 27 2022The characteristics of lodging is changing. Read about alternative accommodations.
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Port Aransas – Live the Island Life!
January, 26 2022Proudly anchored in tradition, generations of Texans have made the laid-back coastal town their annual vacation destination. Discover ‘Port A’
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Hotel Industry Trends 2022
December, 29 2021The pandemic affected the hospitality and travel industries more than most an compelled them to innovate and adapt. See top trends for 2022
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Port Isabel-Deep Roots in Texas History
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Video Stories for Hotels
October, 27 2021Video offers hotels a great opportunity to immerse their guests in their individual stories and to showcase their amenities through their website.