For Caption By Hyatt, does the definition of 'ADS' include other alternative distribution systems?

According to the 2025 Caption By Hyatt Franchise Disclosure Document, ADS refers to "online travel agencies and other alternative distribution systems." This means that in addition to online travel agencies, Caption By Hyatt franchisees may be required to use other systems for distributing their hotel rooms, subject to Hyatt's authorization.

This definition gives Caption By Hyatt flexibility in determining which distribution channels franchisees must use. The agreement specifies that these systems must be authorized or required by Hyatt and are applicable to the franchisee's hotel and other similarly situated Brand Hotels. This implies that the distribution systems can be modified or changed over time as per Hyatt's discretion.

It is important for prospective Caption By Hyatt franchisees to understand that they must participate in and connect with only the authorized CRS, GDS, and ADS, as designated by Hyatt. Franchisees are required to honor reservations made through these systems, giving them first priority on available rooms. The CRS and approved GDS and ADS are the only reservation systems or services that the Hotel may use for reservations.