The federal General Services Agency (GSA) just announced new federal lodging per diem rates for Fiscal Year 2024

In June 2024, the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association (THLA) hosted three High School Hotel Summer Camps in Houston, Fort Worth, and College Station, offering over 150 high school students a unique opportunity to explore the hotel industry. Read more.

Popular Hospitality Podcasts in 2024

Recognize the signs of child sex trafficking in the Hospitality Industry and find out how to train your staff.

Texas hoteliers Paul Schultz & Theresa Elliott have demonstrated a lifetime of leadership and service within the Texas lodging industry.

Located in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Wimberley offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, culture, unique shopping, delectable dining, and warm hospitality.

Maintaining optimal staffing capacity is critical for giving guests the service they expect and reducing turnover costs. See some strategies for staff retention here.

As the pine and oak forests in Central Texas, Bastrop County embodies the outdoors, with plenty of friendly nature to share in the area affectionately known as The Lost Pines Region. With hiking, biking, watersports, art and more, explore Bastrop County!

THLA has joined AHLA and other business groups in a lawsuit against the DOL to block the rule from taking effect.

Culinary tourism is at the top of the list for experieential travel. See how your hotel can tempt the culinary tourist.

The Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (“TVPRA”) provides a civil cause of action against entities that perpetrate or “benefit” from human trafficking.

Hurricane season begins June 1st and will last to November 30th. The 2024 Season is predicted to be very active. Monitor your preparedness.

You gotto go to Glen Rose! See the dinosaur tracks, the petrified wood buildings, and meet the warm-hearted people who call Glen Rose home.

Instagram Stories is a powerful marketing tool that allows you to showcase your facilities, create your unique visual identity, and reach a larger audience. Read some tips here.

The new DOL rule raises the minimum salary threshold for employees exempt from overtime pay.

Texas Senate considers greater hotel tax transparency.

Tips to minimize and prevent pool and spa-related injuries, as well as information on what Texas law requires

Important legal victory – a federal judge for the Eastern District of Texas blocked the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) expanded joint-employer rule

Highly anticipated Texas Hotel Summer Camps are open. Available in three vibrant cities—Houston, Fort Worth, and Bryan College Station.

The past meets the present in beautifully crafted Kerrville. Learn about it’s rich history, Hill Country adventures, and rich art and culture.

The post-pandemic working environment made extended stay one of the fastest-growing segments in hospitality. Read aboout demand and benefits here.

Spring cleaning is upon us and now is the time to view and make any updates to your property listing via our website.

A new federal law, the Corporate Transparency Act, recently went into effect as of January 1, 2024, and has serious implications for many hotel owners across Texas.

TABC Compliance Reports are due by March 31, 2024!

Most models predict Texas will have almost 1.3 million visitors for the phenomenon. Get your lodging ready.

Omni Dallas Hotel and Richardson High School (RHS) have come together in an exciting collaboration to provide students with an immersive and innovative learning experience in the world of hospitality. Introducing the “Hospitality Hub.”

Recap of the 77th Annual THLA Short Course!

First impressions are lasting. Your lobby sets the mood for the guest experience. Here are some suggestions for livening up your lobby

THLA Receives Award of Excellence for 2023 Governmental Affairs Program

Brownsville, Texas is a multifaceted destination with a colorful variety of history, culture, food, and a view of the future. From the Charro Festival, to the SpaceX Starbase, to the Taco Trail, savor the border in Brownsville.

While the hotel industry continues to evolve, many past trends have become standard operating procedure. Sustainability, eco-friendly efforts, techno-savvy business practices, and personalization are no longer trendy, they’re expected.