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12 tháng 3, 2025
Hilton’s Disregard for Diversity
I stayed at this hotel for a three-day business trip. I arrived late and didn’t pay much attention to the artwork on the walls at first. But the next morning, I noticed one of the pictures—a scene of white women happily frolicking in the water while Black workers looked on. It immediately struck me, given the painful history it represents. There was a time when people like me (BIPOC) weren’t even allowed to swim in South Beach until 11:30 pm. The other two pictures also featured only white women posing in swimwear.
I was shocked and disappointed that a major hotel chain like Hilton would be so tone-deaf and lacking in inclusivity—especially in today’s world. I emailed the hotel’s assistant manager, Mr. Harrison, to express my discomfort, pointing out that they serve a diverse clientele and should be more mindful of the message their decor sends. Not a single response.
In a time as divisive as this, with rising intolerance and hate under Trump, you’d think businesses would do better. But the silence speaks volumes. I will never stay at this hotel again, and I’ll be sharing the letter I wrote everywhere. I hope other BIPOC travelers choose to spend their money somewhere that truly values and respects all people.
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