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A Conversation with Hyatt Inclusive Collection’s Amanda Morris and John Kirk

by John Kirk  June 08, 2026

“It’s a very exciting time for all of us,” says Amanda Morris, the recently promoted Director of Retail Sales for U.S. and Canada for all-inclusive powerhouse the Hyatt Inclusive Collection. Travel Market Report Canada’s John Kirk spoke to Morris about Hyatt’s growth through the acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts last year, new roles for her and Senior Sales Manager Canada Brian Joseph, and the resulting opportunities for Canadian travel advisors. The Hyatt Inclusive Collection’s new Dominican Republic property Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa will host TMR’s first ever Travel Market Place – Luxury Edition in October, and Morris offers a preview of the pleasures attendees can expect. You can find out more about how to sign up for this exciting new event here.

  
  

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