CHICAGO, Illinois – March 12, 2008 – With nearly 7.4 million Americans saying the lines between their personal and professional lives blur, travelers are demanding the tools to allow that blended lifestyle to continue while on the road.¹

CHICAGO – March 12, 2008 – Today’s technologically savvy, sophisticated travelers are looking for accommodations that balance their need for technology with their desire for a personal connection.

Hyatt Place today announced it is introducing the March Basketball Package*, allowing college basketball fans to watch all games played during the first six days of the upcoming tournament. Valid for stays March 20-23 and 27-28, 2008, the package is available at more than 90 hotels throughout the country.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has broadened the Hyatt Gift Card program to include Hyatt Place and Hyatt Summerfield Suites, allowing guests to experience Hyatt’s renowned hospitality in more than 130 new locations throughout the U.S.

Travelers are facing mounting delays at the airport, with more than 27 percent of flights cancelled or delayed in January 2008¹ alone. Because travelers’ schedules are often disrupted, Hyatt Place hotels offer guests around-the-clock options for freshly prepared meals, ensuring travelers get the sustenance they need when they need it.