To Celebrate DC Gay Marriage Becoming Legal, Same-Sex Couples Can Find Special Deals For Ceremonies And Receptions At Hyatt Regency Washington

Washington, DC (PRWEB) March 4, 2010 -- In support of the historic milestone taking place in Washington, DC, Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill has created a special wedding offer for same-sex couples looking to recognize their union with a Washington DC commitment ceremony or reception (http://washingtonregency.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/events/weddings/index.jsp).

Beginning Tuesday, March 9th, the first official day these marriages can commence, Hyatt Regency Washington is offering 50% off food and beverage for catering events to same-sex couples who book a DC gay marriage wedding ceremony (http://washingtonregency.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/events/weddings/offers.jsp) and/or reception at Hyatt Regency Washington within the first week couples are able to be wed. The 50% offer is valid through Sunday, March14, 2010 based upon space availability.

After the first week, special discounts will continue through the end of the year. The sooner the event is held, the bigger the discount.

• 40% off for Washington DC commitment ceremonies and receptions held between March 15-21, 2010

• 30% off for events held between March 22-28, 2010

• 20% off for events held between March 29-April 11, 2010

• 10% off for events held between April 12-December 31, 2010

Couples will also receive a complimentary suite for their honeymoon night at Hyatt Regency Washington for new events booked through December 31, 2010.

Additionally, for couples who may already have the perfect location selected, Hyatt Regency Washington's off-premise catering company, Monumental Affairs, will be offering a 20% discount for DC gay marriage celebrations (http://washingtonregency.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/events/weddings/locations.jsp) and receptions at the location of their choice through December 31, 2010. Couples will also experience the benefit of free nights at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts as part of the current Honeymoon promotion, detailed at hyattweddings.com.

This offer is valid only for newly contracted catering events between March 9 and December 31, 2010. For more information or to reserve space for your special day, contact Serena Veevers at 202.719.8401 or by e-mailing serena.veevers (at) hyatt (dot) com.

About Hyatt Regency Washington

Hyatt Regency Washington is located in the heart of Capitol Hill and features a five-story contemporary atrium lobby with 834 upscale modern guestrooms, including 32 suites and 38,000 square feet of meeting space, including the Thornton Room overlooking Washington, DC. Guests will enjoy American cuisine and cocktails amidst the remodeled open-air atrium lobby in Article One-American Grill. For reservations or information, call Hyatt Regency Washington at 202-737-1234 or visit us at www.hyattregencywashington.com.

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 in 45 countries 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 Summerfield Suites™ brand names and have locations under development on five continents. Hyatt Vacation Ownership, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops and operates vacation ownership properties under the Hyatt Vacation Club® brand. As of December 31, 2009, the company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 424 properties. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

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