Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today announce a new, long-term strategic loyalty collaboration that will bring together two leading premium travel brands with a shared vision to shape the future of loyalty by creating a connected, personalized and rewarding experience for World of Hyatt and Delta SkyMiles members.

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Hyatt Announces Long-Term Strategic Collaboration with Delta Air Lines to Add Highly Sought After Benefits for Members Across the Globe

Hyatt Announces Long-Term Strategic Collaboration with Delta Air Lines to Add Highly Sought After Benefits for Members Across the Globe

When the collaboration launches, eligible elite members of both programs will be able to earn both World of Hyatt points and Delta miles on qualifying travel, delivering one of the most requested loyalty benefits and rewarding members across flights and stays. The dual-earn benefit will offer eligible World of Hyatt elite members the opportunity to earn World of Hyatt points on qualifying Delta airfare purchases within qualifying fare classes. Delta SkyMiles Medallion members will also be eligible to earn miles for qualifying stays at participating Hyatt properties. Hyatt and Delta will share additional details on launch timing and eligibility soon.

“Exceptional travel extends far beyond a hotel stay – it’s about creating memorable experiences throughout the full travel journey,” said Mark Hoplamazian, Chairman, President and CEO, Hyatt. “That’s what will make our collaboration with Delta so exciting. We share a vision for delivering thoughtful, premium experiences that put our members first and create tremendous value wherever their travels take them. By bringing together two brands with a shared commitment to care and exceptional hospitality, we will make it easier for our members to enjoy a connected and rewarding experience, from takeoff to check out.”

The program, focused on transforming travel loyalty from end-to-end, will also offer exclusive benefits, extraordinary experiences, and more, many of which will be unveiled later this year.

“At Delta, premium has never been about just a seat – it’s a standard of care that shows up throughout the journey,” said Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines. “Flying Delta creates experiences and opportunities that can’t be found anywhere else. Hyatt shares that same premium approach to everything from travel and dining to entertainment and accommodations, and it’s what makes them such a natural fit.”

Details regarding enrollment, eligibility, earning opportunities, and launch experiences will be shared in the months ahead.

Dual Earn with a New Dynamic Duo

This new collaboration will bring together compelling flight routes and memorable stays that will create more reasons to travel. Together, they will showcase how the collaboration can turn everyday travel into something more rewarding – with value earned on both sides of the journey. Check out these perfect pairings to inspire future adventures:

  • A Gateway to the Pacific: Hop on Delta Air Lines’ Los Angeles-to-Hong Kong flight, then arrive at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong for harbor views, incredible dining and a front-row seat to one of the world’s most electric cities.

  • Trade Skylines for Shorelines: Pair Delta Air Lines’ new JFK-to-Malta route and a Hyatt Centric Malta stay to make for a Mediterranean match made in vacation heaven, with sunny coastlines, historic streets and island adventures awaiting.

  • A Runway to Roman Ruins: Take off on Delta Air Lines’ Seattle-to-Rome service and meet the soon-to-open Thompson Rome for a trip that blends big bucket-list energy with stylish stays, delicious food, ancient history and plenty of “when in Rome” moments.

  • Jet from Motor to Magic City: Travel Delta Air Lines’ nonstop Detroit-to-Shanghai service with a stay at Park Hyatt Shanghai for a city getaway featuring sweeping skyline views, standout dining and a perch on the 93rd floor of the Shanghai World Financial Centre.

  • Escape to All-Inclusive Ease: Fly Delta Air Lines’ nonstop Atlanta-to-Cancún route and stay at Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen. Enjoy a stress-free vacation with gourmet dining, premium drinks, beachfront relaxation, nightly entertainment and curated excursions.

  • From Mile High to Music Row: Book Delta Air Lines’ new nonstop Denver-to-Nashville service and check into Grand Hyatt Nashville for a getaway filled with live music, Southern flavors, creative energy and a stylish home base in the heart of Music City.

  • From Lone Star Skies to Parisian Heights: Choose Delta Air Lines’ new Austin-to-Paris service and stay at Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme for a getaway filled with iconic landmarks, French cuisine, panoramic city views and effortless Parisian style.

Additional details about the collaboration and member benefits will be announced in the coming months. Visit delta.com and hyatt.com for updates.

The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.

About World of Hyatt

World of Hyatt is Hyatt’s award-winning guest loyalty program uniting participating locations in Hyatt’s Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid® Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Alua Hotels & Resorts®; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Unscripted by Hyatt, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios®, Hyatt Select and UrCove. Members who book directly through Hyatt channels can enjoy personalized care and earn access to distinct benefits including Guest of Honor, confirmed suite upgrades at time of booking, diverse wellbeing offerings, digital key, and exclusive member rates. With 69 million members, World of Hyatt offers a variety of ways to earn and redeem points for hotel stays, dining and spa services, and wellbeing focused experiences through the World of Hyatt FIND experiences platform. Travelers can enroll for free at hyatt.com, download the World of Hyatt app for android and IOS devices and connect with World of Hyatt on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.

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