The Hotel Monroe Becomes the First 100% Gluten-Free Full-Service Hotel in the U.S.

🚫+🌾 The Hotel Monroe Becomes the First 100% Gluten-Free Full-Service Hotel in the U.S.

The Hotel Monroe in Louisiana, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, has earned the distinction of being the first full-service hotel in the U.S. certified by the Gluten-Free Food Program as 100% gluten-free, with the endorsement of the National Celiac Association. Every dish in its restaurant, bar, and event spaces meets strict standards—below 20 ppm of gluten—with kitchens fully dedicated to gluten-free preparation. This hotel sets a new hospitality benchmark for guests with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities. Read more.

🏷️ Vietnam’s First 5-Star Hotel School Wins International Accreditation

Vietnam has marked a milestone with its first five-star hotel school achieving international accreditation. This recognition enhances the nation’s vocational training quality and strengthens its hospitality education, marking a significant leap for the country’s tourism and service sectors. Read more.

💰 MCR Hotels to Take Soho House Private in $2.7B Deal

MCR Hotels is leading a takeover to take Soho House private in a deal valued at approximately $2.7 billion—including debt—offering shareholders $9 per share. The buyout, backed by Apollo funds, means Soho House will return to private ownership and delist from the NYSE by the end of 2025. Founding and major investors will retain stakes, while Ashton Kutcher and MCR’s Tyler Morse will join the board. Read more.

🥬 Walkerhill Hotels & Resorts Begins Kimchi Exports to the U.S.

Walkerhill Hotels & Resorts has become the first South Korean hotel brand to export kimchi to the United States, sending seven tons of its premium SUPEX Kimchi to California. The shipment, featuring both napa cabbage and young radish varieties, is part of a two-year effort to meet growing global demand for Korean cuisine. Read more.

⚡ The Dean Miami to Debut as a Lifestyle Hotel in South Beach

The Dean Miami is set to open as a new lifestyle hotel in Miami’s South Beach. This boutique property promises a fresh, modern take on hospitality with stylish design and amenities tailored for both leisure and business travelers. Read more.

🌟 Artist Douglas Coupland’s Suite in Hotel Becomes a Work of Art

Canadian artist Douglas Coupland has converted one of Hotel X’s suites into an immersive art installation. The space features his signature design elements and storytelling, offering guests a creative, gallery-like hotel experience—not just a place to stay. Read more.

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