Category: Blog
Explore Bastrop County!
May, 28 2024As the pine and oak forests in Central Texas, Bastrop County embodies the outdoors, with nature to share in The Lost Pines Region. Hiking, biking, watersports, art and more to explore!
DOL Overtime Rule Lawsuit
May, 28 2024THLA has joined AHLA and other business groups in a lawsuit against the DOL to block the rule from taking effect.
Culinary Tourism and Hotels
May, 28 2024Culinary tourism is at the top of the list for experieential travel. See how your hotel can tempt the culinary tourist.
Insurance Coverage for Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act Claims
May, 28 2024The Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (“TVPRA”) provides a civil cause of action against entities that perpetrate or “benefit” from human trafficking.
Hurricane Preparedness for Hotels 2024
May, 28 2024Hurricane season begins June 1st and will last to November 30th. The 2024 Season is predicted to be very active. Monitor your preparedness.
Storytelling and Instagram for Hotel Marketing
April, 30 2024Instagram 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.
2024- DOL Overtime Ruling
April, 30 2024The new DOL rule raises the minimum salary threshold for employees exempt from overtime pay.
Texas Senate’s interim charge on HOT-related legislation
April, 30 2024Texas Senate considers greater hotel tax transparency.
Hotel Pool Safety Requirements
March, 26 2024Tips to minimize and prevent pool and spa-related injuries, as well as information on what Texas law requires
Texas Leads the Way to Court Victory on Challenging NLRB’s “Joint Employer” Rule
March, 26 2024Important legal victory – a federal judge for the Eastern District of Texas blocked the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) expanded joint-employer rule