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African American Association of Innkeepers International (AAAII) Professional group promoting the interests of African-American inn owners. www.africanamericaninns.com
American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHMA) A federation of state lodging associations throughout the United States, with some 11,000 lodging properties worldwide. www.ahla.com
Association Of Professional Hospitality Managers (APHM) International trade association for managers of hotels, restaurants, resorts, clubs, attractions, cruise ships and motels. www.aphm.org
Aruba Hotel & Tourism Association (AHATA) Provides information on travel & tourism in Aruba & links to government tourism organizations. www.aruba.com

B

Arkansas – Bed & Breakfast Association Information on bed and breakfast inns in Arkansas as submitted by the owners. www.bbonline.com
British Columbia and Yukon Hotels Association Represents the interests of the hotel industry throughout British Columbia and the Yukon on matters of taxation, tourism, corporate relations, labour, consumer services and liquor licensing. www.bcyha.com
British Hospitality Assocaition (BHA) Trade association representing the hotel, restaurant and catering industry in the United Kingdom. www.bha-online.org.uk

C

Central Florida Hotel Motel Association Trade association for hotels & motels in Central Florida. www.cfhma.org
International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (CHRIE) Non-profit association for schools, colleges and universities offering programs in hotel and restaurant management, foodservice management and culinary arts. www.chrie.org
Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association (CH&LA) Provides accurate information, legislative representation, competitive services and products, staff training, marketing programs, and unparalleled resources for Colorado properties. www.coloradolodging.com
National Concierge Association Non-profit, networking organization of concierge professionals. www.conciergeassoc.org

E

Econo Lodge Franchisee Association A non-profit trade organization created to protect the interest of Econo Lodge franchise hotel owners. www.elfa.org

G

Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association An association designed to make greater Miami a prime, worldwide destination. www.gmbha.org
Green Hotels Association Association of hoteliers committed to ecological consciousness such as saving energy & water & reducing solid waste. www.greenhotels.com

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Hotel Association of New York City Membership includes more than 160 of the finest hotels in New York City, representing more than 57,000 rooms and 30,000 employees. www.hanyc.org
Historic Accommodations of Texas (HAT) An Association of Bed and Breakfasts, Country Inns, Distinctive Hotels, and Guest Houses in Texas. www.hat.org
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) An international, not-for-profit organization to promote and accelerate the use of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) and other electronic hotel reservation methods. www.hedna.org
Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) International Union Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees International Union. www.hereunion.org
HITIS – Hospitality Industry Technology Integration Standards (HITIS) Group organized by the American Hotel and Lodging Association to better inform and educate the industry on technological intergration practices. Chairman; HITIS Advisory Committee & Project Manager, Robert Elliott – Chairman Central Reservation Systems; Bill Geoghegan – www.hitis.org
Hotel and Catering International Management Association (HCIMA) A professional body for managers and potential managers in the hospitality industry. hcima.org.uk
Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals (HFTP) Formerly the International Association of Hospitality Accountants (IAHA), offers opportunities to enhance the careers of financial or MIS hospitality professionals. www.hftp.org

I

International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) An organization for individuals involved in or directly affiliated with the various facilities management and allied professions. www.ieha.org
International Hotel and Restaurant Association (IH&RA) Global network representing hospitality operators, associations and suppliers, headquartered in Paris, France. www.ih-ra.com
International Society for Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) Trade associations for consultants specializing in hospitality. www.ishc.com

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Maine Innkeepers Association List of lodging in Maine, including inns, bed & breakfasts, resorts, hotels and motels. www.maineinns.com
Michigan Hotel, Motel & Resort Association Represent, promote, and educate Michigan’s lodging industry. www.michiganhotels.org

N

Nebraska Hotel & Motel Association (NH&MA) Represents more than 129 members including hotels, motels, bed & breakfast establishments, conference centers, and suppliers to the industry. www.nebraskahma.com
Network of Executive Women in Hospitality (NEWH) Not-for-profit organization bringing hospitality professionals together by providing opportunities for education, professional development and networking. www.newh.org
New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association (NHLRA) Trade organization for the foodservice and lodging industries in New Hampshire. www.nhlra.com
New Mexico Hotel & Motel Association Trade association for hotels, motels & bed & breakfast inns located in New Mexico. www.nmhotels.com
Nevada Hotel & Motel Association Non-profit trade association for the lodging, hospitality and tourism industries in Nevada. www.nvhotels.com
New York State Hospitality and Tourism Association (NYSH&TA) Not-for-profit trade association representing more than 1,300 member businesses and individuals in the lodging and attractions industry. www.nyshta.org

O

Oregon Lodging Association Trace association for the lodging industry in Oregon. www.oregonlodging.com

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Pennsylvania Travel Council Promotes and protects the interests of the hospitality and tourism industry in Pennsylvania. www.patravel.org

R

Relais & Chateaux Association of indepedent luxury hotels & gourmet restaurants with locations around the world. www.relaischateaux.fr
Rhode Island Information on dining, lodging and tourism in Rhode Island. www.eatinri.com

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Texas Hotel & Motel Association Trade association that serves all types of lodging facilities throughout the state of Texas. texaslodging.com Texas Lodging.com
Official website of the Texas Hotel & Motel Association. www.texaslodging.com

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Heart of Vermont Lodging Association Trade association for the lodging industry in Vermont. www.vermont-lodging.com
Vermont Lodging & Restaurant Association (VLRA) Involved in the promotion and advancement of the hospitality and tourism industry in Vermont. www.visitvt.com

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West Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association (WVH&TA) Represents the hospitality & travel industry in West Virginia, including food service, lodging, convention and visitors bureaus, and travel. www.wvhta.com
Wisconsin Innkeepers Association Wisconsin non-profit trade association consisting of hotels, motels, inns, resorts, bed & breakfasts and industry vendors, Chambers of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureaus, colleges, and college students specializing in a lodging or hospitali… www.lodging-wi.com