Daubers - Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association

VHTA Headquarters
2101 Libbie Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230

804-288-3065
804-285-3093 Fax

http://www.vhta.org

About the VHTA

In 1993, The Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association was formed as the result of a merger among the Virginia Hotel & Motel Association (VH&MA), the Virginia Restaurant Association (VRA), and the Virginia Travel Council (VTC). The association has recently welcomed the Virginia Campground Association into its operations as well.

VHTA is the voice for travel and tourism issues in the Virginia General Assembly, and VHTA actively promotes the Commonwealth of Virginia as an ideal destination for leisure and business travelers. The association represents nearly 1,800 member businesses and staff. Membership is characterized as follows: Restaurants (46%), Lodging (20%), Travel/Attractions (17%), Allied (17%).

VHTA members enjoy the following member services

MCI Long Distance Program with preferred member rates
Insurance opportunities, including:
- Workers comp
- Health
- Property/casualty
Credit card processing savings
Effective representation in the Virginia General Assembly
Annual membership directory & buyer's guide
Monthly Virginia Hospitality Business news magazine
Annual convention and expo

VHTA Marketing Programs

Brochure Distribution along state roads and interstates
Virginia Travel & Resort Folder distributed to 7,000 travel agents annually
Participation in consumer travel shows
Hosting bi-annual familiarization tours for AAA travel agents
VHTA Travel Agent Fax Service
VHTA Press Release Fax Service
Virginia Lodging, Dining, & Attractions Directory
Virginia Campground Directory

VHTA members also enjoy access to the American Hotel & Motel Association and the National Restaurant Association. These national association partners provide numerous benefits for VHTA members in addition to the specific state benefits.