CHICAGO (April 30, 2012) – Recognizing that people can be overworked and under-rested, Hyatt is calling for consumers to use their well-deserved vacation days with a new promotion offering a free night and added perks. Whether it’s spending one more day of shopping or more time on the beach with family, guests can enjoy more than a free night from the official sponsor of free time.
Americans left 226 million vacation days unused in 2011, according to an Expedia survey. The average American worker earned 14 vacations days last year, but only took 12 of them. Why aren’t people getting away? A recent study showed 89 percent of adults said Americans want to take more leisure trips, but didn’t have the time or money to do so. With the Hyatt Free Time Promotion, consumers can now to take the time they need, and spend it how they’d like.
Free Time Promotion Overview
Travelers who book by November 30 and stay at Hyatt hotels and resorts within the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean now through December 30 receive:
- One free night during their stay (minimum length of stay required, varies by property)
- Free daily breakfast for 2
- 2 p.m. late checkout*
Available to book beginning May 1, travelers who book by September 5 and stay at Hyatt hotels and resorts outside the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean from June 21 through September 8 receive:
- One free night during their stay (minimum length of stay required, varies by property)
- 2 p.m. late checkout
*Late checkout is not available at Hyatt Resorts in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean.
To take advantage of this offer, travelers can make reservations with offer code FRTIME at www.hyatt.com/freetime or by calling 1-800-233-1234. Follow Hyatt on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/hyattpr) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/hyatt) for ideas about how to make the most of your vacation days.
Terms and Conditions: 2012 Free Time Promotion
Advance reservations requesting offer code FRTIME required. A minimum number of nights is required to obtain a free night, and that free night must be used during that stay. The offer varies by property, including minimum number of paid nights to earn a free night for use during that stay, the dates that this offer is available for booking and for stays, the other benefits (if any) included in this offer, and other specific restrictions that may apply to this offer at a particular property. Contact each property for specific terms and conditions. Not valid at Hyatt Place or Hyatt House locations. The additional free night must be used on the same stay. Offer subject to availability. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this offer. No refunds or credit will be issued for unused portions. Offer not valid for groups or convention, award stays, travel agent rates, Hyatt employee rates or stays booked through third parties and may not be combined with other promotions. Additional charges may apply for additional guests or room type upgrades. Blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Local tax regulations apply.
Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this offer at any time without notice. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts® encompasses hotels managed, franchised or leased by subsidiaries and affiliates of Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Hyatt®, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt HouseTM, Hyatt Gold Passport®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. ©2012 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company's subsidiaries manage, franchise, own and develop hotels and resorts under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place® and Hyatt HouseTM. Hyatt House is changing its brand identity from Hyatt Summerfield Suites®. Hyatt Residential Group, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops, operates, markets or licenses Hyatt ResidencesTM and Hyatt Vacation Club®, which is changing its name to Hyatt Residence ClubTM. As of December 31, 2011, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 483 properties in 45 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
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Stephanie Sheppard
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
(312) 780-5399
Stephanie.sheppard@hyatt.com