Category: Blog
Eco-Friendly Travel
September, 30 2021Eco-friendly hotels are expected now
Hotels and resorts have been going green for years, but what used to be a trend is now an expectation for eco-friendly travelers.
Sustainable hospitality does less harm to the environment, lowers costs, and garners goodwill from guests.
THLA proposes bylaws amendment
September, 15 2021THLA proposes bylaws amendment Texas Hotel & Lodging Association’s board of directors and THLA members in attendance will consider and vote on a minor amendment to the THLA bylaws at… Read more »
The Benefits of Contactless Check-in
August, 31 2021Even before the Covid pandemic, contactless check-in was a valued feature for travelers.
Contactless check-in and communication allow hotels to adhere to socially distanced travel requirements, minimize touchpoints, increase staff efficiencies, enhance guest services, and offer greater opportunities for targeted marketing to guests.
Contactless check-in consistently ranks at the top of customer satisfaction surveys.
Grants available for EV Charging Stations- Deadline Approaching
August, 27 2021We are excited to inform you about a state and federal grant/tax credit opportunity for hotels that are interested in installing “charging stations” for electric vehicles. Electric Vehicles (EV’s) are… Read more »
THLA Virtual Interactive Webinar Series: Best of THLA Short Course Session 3
July, 29 2021THLA is excited to offer the second no-cost virtual interactive webinar series, each session featuring one of our three top-rated speakers from our award-winning THLA Short Course.
Going Beyond the Brand: Personal Branding for Leaders
Top Short Course Speaker Karen McCullough, Thursday, July 15th: 2pm – 3:30pm
Wellness Tourism 2021
July, 29 2021Wellness tourism has been a growing trend for several years, but as we emerge cautiously from our shared pandemic stress, loss, and anxiety, the focus on self-care is keen.
Reserving Hotel Room Blocks for a Wedding
July, 21 2021Wedding planning can be exciting…AND stressful. With COVID-related restrictions on the decline, destination weddings involving hotels and out-of-town guests for even the smallest events mean that advance planning by hotel… Read more »
THLA & TWC Roundtable on Labor Shortages
June, 29 2021In response to the current labor shortage, THLA hosted a virtual meeting with the Texas Work Force Commission on June 3, 2021 to discuss strategies to attract more workers to… Read more »
Anti-Human Trafficking Legislation Signed by Governor Abbott
May, 27 2021THLA is pleased to announce that Governor Abbott has signed into law House Bill 390 (authored by Rep. Senfronia Thompson, D-Houston) relating to annual human trafficking awareness and prevention training… Read more »
THLA Helps Secure End to Federal Pandemic-Related Unemployment Benefits
May, 26 2021Earlier this month, Governor Abbott announced that Texas will opt out of additional federal pandemic-related unemployment compensation, namely the $300 weekly supplement from the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation program. The… Read more »