Getaway and Walmart have recently joined forces to help make nature-focused traveling more accessible. Getaway is a health and wellness hospitality company that aims to "make space in the world for free time." As part of the new partnership, Walmart will become Getaway's first official retail partner, introducing innovative offerings such as The General Store by Walmart at select Getaway Outposts.
In select Getaway Outposts, The General Store by Walmart will offer seasonal products, curated by Getaway's outdoor experts and sourced from Walmart. A few examples of items include FujiFilm cameras, Lodge Cast Iron Skillets, Pendleton Outdoor Blankets and Burt's Bees lip balm.
"Walmart’s partnership with Getaway furthers our mission to help people Live Better no matter where they are," said Casey Schlaybaugh, Vice President, Brand Marketing, Walmart U.S. "We are going beyond just saving people money by enabling guests to maximize Getaway’s experience and empowering them to spend more quality time with those who matter most."
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