Author: THLA Staff

Snyder Texas – Southern Hospitality at its Best

April, 27 2022

Nestled deep in the heart of West Texas,Snyder is named for merchant and buffalo hunter William Henry (Pete) Snyder, who built a trading post on Deep Creek in 1878.

Buda Texas, Breathe Easy Here

March, 30 2022

Located 15 minutes south of Downtown Austin, Buda is known for small-town charm and homegrownroots in the midst of a metropolis.

Common Record Retention Time Periods

March, 28 2022

Even 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.

The Hotel Occupancy Tax “Permanent Resident” Exemption

February, 24 2022

There 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 »

Ten Reasons You Can’t Resist Garland

February, 23 2022

From Culture to Cowhides, here are 10 Reasons you Can’t Resist Garland

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