by THLA Staff | Feb 28, 2020 | Blog
We’ve previously discussed the necessity for hotel managers to stay current with their industry, regarding everything from management ethics to technology upgrades. And we’ve recently recommended some books for deep dives and better in-depth understanding. ...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 27, 2020 | Blog
Texas is the only state that does not require employers to obtain workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees. This practice is known as “going bare,” and employers who do not obtain workers’ comp coverage are referred to as...
by THLA Staff | Feb 26, 2020 | Getaway
Photo: Marc Bennett Photo: Claire McCormack Fredericksburg, centrally located in the heart of Texas, boasts a small-town feel with the restaurants, accommodations, shops, and attractions usually reserved for a much larger destination. Main Street Founded by German...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 11, 2020 | Blog
Service Animals in Lodging Properties By Justin Bragiel, General Counsel Hospitality businesses are seeing an increase in guests requesting accommodation for services animals, and members continue to contact us with questions regarding allowing dogs in lodging...
by Jessica De La Cruz | Jan 30, 2020 | Short Course Q&A
The 75th Annual Short Course and the 14th Annual Advanced Short Course hosted the “superstars” of our industry from January 6–10, 2020, at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel & Restaurant Management in Houston. This one-of a-kind, all-in-one hospitality training...
by THLA Staff | Jan 30, 2020 | Blog
Hotel reputation management is important for all hotels, especially the management of your online reputation. How travelers perceive, rate, review, share and search for information about your establishment directly affects the success of your hotel. We’ll...
by THLA Staff | Jan 29, 2020 | Getaway
Plano Arts District. Photo: David Downs Plano beckons both leisure and business travelers with a rich assortment of attractions, hotels and more! This North Texas City is the Place to Eat, Stay, Shop, Play and Meet Plano, Texas is truly the land of plenty. Blending...
by Justin Bragiel | Dec 31, 2019 | Blog
Updated 2019 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 | Dec 31, 2019 | Blog
As we’ve discussed in a previous article Best Hotel Booking Apps and What Hotels Should Know About Them, hotels need to stay current with all the ways travelers book their lodging. Below is a list of some of the most popular hotel booking sites and what hotels...
by THLA Staff | Dec 27, 2019 | Blog
As travelers jump between desktop, mobile, and apps to plan and book their travels, marketers suggest it’s time for hotels to “embrace the omnichannel shoppers.” Mobile usage is growing in all industries, but the travel industry is one of the fastest-growing. In...
