by THLA Staff | Dec 28, 2021 | Getaway
Restore Yourself in Granbury, Texas There are so many ways to restore yourself in Granbury, Texas, voted the Best Historic Small Town in America by the readers of USA Today, THREE years in a row. Just a short scenic drive from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex is...
by Justin Bragiel | Dec 28, 2021 | Human Trafficking Prevention, News
As we previously reported, a new law requiring annual human trafficking prevention training for commercial lodging industry employees takes effect on January 1, 2022. The Texas hotel industry, in coordination with the major hotel brands and the American Hotel...
by Justin Bragiel | Dec 21, 2021 | Blog
Updated 2021 How long do I need to keep this file? It is a common question we receive. 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...
by THLA Staff | Nov 30, 2021 | News
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is providing extra help to the service industry, which was hit hard by the pandemic, by providing 12 months of free child care to low-income parents who are employed in the service industry. TWC has an existing child care...
by THLA Staff | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog
Larry Woods is a 54-year veteran of the tourism and hospitality industry. He began his career at the age of 13 on the San Antonio River Walk as a boat operator. He later became the manager of the operation and learned firsthand the value of tourism and its impact on...
by THLA Staff | Nov 29, 2021 | Blog
Travelers stick with brands that ‘get’ them. Data trends confirm over 80% of consumers prefer brands offering them personalized experiences. In the post-pandemic environment, travelers seek informed and purposeful experiences. Personalization is not a perk, it’s...
by THLA Staff | Oct 28, 2021 | Getaway
Port Isabel Lighthouse-A Texas Historical Commission State Site. Port Isabel is nestled in extreme south Texas just 2 1/2 miles from the pristine beaches of South Padre Island and all the amenities of a coastal adventure. Port Isabel’s deep roots in Texas...
by THLA Staff | Oct 27, 2021 | Blog
Radisson Promotional Video Video offers hotels a great opportunity to immerse their guests in their individual stories and to showcase their amenities through their website. Research shows that videos on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are the...
by Justin Bragiel | Oct 27, 2021 | Blog, News
We are pleased to report that in Section 2 of SB 8, the Texas Legislature appropriated $180 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Governor’s office on Economic Development and Tourism for the purpose of funding grants to tourism, travel, and...
by THLA Staff | Oct 27, 2021 | Blog
As travel and economic conditions continue to recover from the global pandemic, this holiday season presents opportunities for hotels to capitalize on what has traditionally been the most lucrative time of the year for many properties. Make your list and check it...
