PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Hyatt, one of the world's premier hotel and resort destination companies, has renewed its partnership as The Official Hotel and Resort of The PGA of America.

A PGA of America licensee since 1994, Hyatt's global reach covers 213 hotels and resorts (90,000 rooms) in 44 countries, which operate under the banner of Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency® and Park Hyatt® brands.

"The PGA of America takes great pride in its partnership with Hyatt, one of the most recognized names in the service industry," said PGA of America President Roger Warren. "Hyatt has been a great supporter of PGA Professionals and our Association events which attract our members to Hyatt properties. We look forward to continuing this relationship with a quality partner."

Currently, there are an additional 29 Hyatt hotels and resorts under development, including 10 new hotels in China. Hyatt Corporation (domestic U.S., Canada and Caribbean hotels) and Hyatt International Corporation (international properties) are subsidiaries of Chicago-based Global Hyatt Corporation. Global Hyatt Corporation is also the owner of Hyatt Vacation Ownership, Inc. (timeshare), Hyatt Equities, L.L.C. (hotel ownership), and U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. (which franchises Hawthorn Suites, Microtel and America's Best Inns).

"We are delighted to extend our agreement with The PGA of America. This relationship has always been incredibly productive for our company, as it represents the best of brand partnership," said Jack Horne, vice president of sales. "We are delighted about the addition of Amerisuites and Hawthorn brands, which is now part of our ongoing sponsorship. We look forward to creating new marketing and sales opportunities with these brands well into the future."

In January 2005, Global Hyatt Corporation also added an additional 143 U.S. properties to its growing portfolio with the acquisition of the upscale, limited service AmeriSuites hotel chain. These properties will be renovated and repositioned under the new Hyatt Place select service brand in 2006.

From the U.S. and Canada, reservations for any Hyatt hotel worldwide may be obtained by calling 1-800-233-1234, or visiting www.hyatt.com.

Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2006, The PGA of America was founded in 1916, and is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the game of golf while continuing to enhance the standards of the profession. The Association is comprised of more than 28,000 men and women PGA Professionals who are dedicated to growing participation in the game of golf.