World of Hyatt forges alliance with Under Canvas

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World of Hyatt has formed a new alliance with Under Canvas and its 13 outdoor resorts, including the luxury ULUM Moab outpost which debuted in April 2023. The new partnership provides members with unprecedented access to iconic, upscale experiences across many US national parks and other notable outdoor destinations. World of Hyatt members can now book their stays at Under Canvas camps and ULUM Moab through Hyatt to start earning and redeeming points. “Travellers are looking for new and unique experiences to reconnect with nature in off-the-beaten-path locations. By adding these luxury outdoor camps to World of Hyatt, we are bringing more memorable travel experiences for our guests and members,” said Mark Vondrasek, Chief Commercial Officer, Hyatt.

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“Hyatt offers one of the fastest-growing luxury portfolios globally and with the inclusion of these incredible Under Canvas camps in World of Hyatt, we continue to double down on this focus and bring immense value to our rapidly growing member base.”

Luxury safari-inspired stays near the most iconic US National Parks and Monuments

The Under Canvas and ULUM outdoor resorts offer World of Hyatt members some of the most sought-after and curated luxury outdoor experiences. Spread across spectacular destinations in the US, such as Montana’s Yellowstone National Park, Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains, Acadia National Park in Maine and Yosemite National Park in California (anticipated opening in May 2025), Under Canvas camps offer extraordinary upscale hospitality, with safari-inspired tents and complimentary programming such as nightly campfires with s’mores, board games, yoga and kid’s activities. The camps also offer wholesome and nutritious food and beverage options through innovative menus that embrace seasonality and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

Among the stable that will be bookable through World of Hyatt for the 2024 and 2025 seasons, are:

Under Canvas Bryce Canyon: Sleep under endless star-filled skies in a Stargazer Tent or indulge in the celestial-themed culinary offerings at this camp, located just 15 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. Under Canvas Grand Canyon: Get lost in 160 acres of secluded piñon and juniper forest in Arizona, the camp is minutes away from the iconic natural wonders of the Grand Canyon. Under Canvas Lake Powell-Grand Staircase: Discover the splendour of the American Southwest with endless outdoor experiences, from hiking mesas to chasing sunsets at Horseshoe Bend. Under Canvas Moab: Take the perfect getaway to explore the towering plateaus, sandstone cliffs and geologic wonders of Utah’s Canyon Country. Under Canvas Zion: Wonder at the magic of the desert at this camp located near Zion National Park in Utah, surrounded by sandstone cliffs, majestic red rock and wide-open skies. ULUM Moab: Enjoy unparalleled luxury outdoor experiences at ULUM Moab, the first resort under the new ULUM brand, which was introduced by Under Canvas in 2023. Set across 200 acres, ULUM Moab extends architecture that embraces the contours of the land with a full-service restaurant, hot and cold dipping pools, a yoga deck, comfortable lounge spaces and more.

“Under Canvas is the leading outdoor resort company in the United States, with 13 locations outside of national parks and adventurous destinations such as Acadia, Glacier, Moab, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion,” said Matt Gaghen, CEO of Under Canvas. “We’re looking forward to welcoming World of Hyatt members to our beautiful, safari-inspired camps so that they can experience true comfort in nature in these amazing destinations. This exciting collaboration with Hyatt will further our goal of connecting more people with extraordinary places, people, and the planet by enhancing access to the outdoors.” Notably, Under Canvas’ five “Grand Circle” camps across Utah and Arizona are the first-ever DarkSky-certified resorts in the world – a testament to the brands’ commitment to minimising light pollution and protecting the night sky. Grounded in its ‘Mindful Approach’ ethos, the camps are designed to minimise disturbance, maximise open spaces and flow with the natural topography of the land.

In an effort to reduce energy and water usage, Under Canvas camps feature pull-chain showers, low-flow toilets, rechargeable battery pack chargers, and low-level lighting. Under Canvas’ safari-inspired tents provide comfort in nature, with king-size beds, luxe linens, USB charging packs, bedside lanterns and a wood-burning stove, with the majority of tent types offering private decks with views and ensuite bathrooms. To encourage immersion in nature, Under Canvas camps do not offer Wi-Fi. For tech-savvy travellers, ULUM Moab offers Wi-Fi connection in its contemporary, temperature controlled, lobby lounge and restaurant.

More Rewards and More Choice for World of Hyatt Members

Following the initial Mr & Mrs Smith integration of more than 700 global boutique and luxury hotels and resorts into World of Hyatt, select Under Canvas camps and ULUM Moab are also now part of the Mr & Mrs Smith platform. Hyatt is expected to make even more Mr & Mrs Smith hotels available for members to book through Hyatt channels by the end of 2024. For more info see Hyatt.com/UnderCanvas.

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