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The article reports on the opposition of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), along with other minority business groups, to the Employee Free Choice Act otherwise known as the card-check bill. It says that several hotel industry coalitions have emerged and founded on common opposition to the threat posed by the said bill. AAHOA, along with other groups, recently communicate with the minority community and members of the U.S. Congress on the negative impact of the card-check bill.

The author reflects in the implication of the U.S. $787-billion stimulus package to the hospitality industry. He argues that the bailout overlooked the hospitality and lodging industry which is being hit hard by the recession. He is interested on how the Congress reacted to the business travel sector by censuring executives for taking trips and attending conferences.

The article focuses on the importance and the power of local activism. It is stated that the Senate Bill 237 allows hotels in Ohio to have their transient guests stay for up to 270 days by applying to the fire marshal and complying with certain fire safety conditions. The people can be involved in their community by contacting their elected officials for key issues, writing on local newspaper, joining a lobbying group or an association that concentrates on the important issue.

The article provides information on green practices suggest by the U.S. Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade's Green Operations for hotel operators. First, reduce energy at least 50% by asking all staff members to turn off computers and other equipment that will not be used after a shift ends. Next, save paper by encouraging staff members to produce double-sided documents and read materials on computer monitors instead of printing. Moreover, exercise good judgment by introducing energy- and water-saving measures whenever possible, including energy-management systems and low-flow toilets.

The article focuses on the impact of the rising tourism industry on the economic performance of India. Because of the growth of international travel in the country, companies and entrepreneurs are seeking foreign real-estate investment while lawmakers are reevaluating regulations to make foreign investment easier wherein there are no caps imposed on equity in the hospitality industry and there are numerous tax incentives. It revealed that the Ministry of Tourism position the country as a global brand that will create thousands of jobs. To take advantage of the upward surge in the tourism industry, investors are escalating the demand for upscale hotel rooms and announce its plans to expand in the country.