Statement from Hilton Cancun Golf & Spa Resort

Update #5

Cancun, Mexico -- (August 21, 2007) -We can confirm that Hurricane Dean spared Cancun and the Hilton Cancun Golf & Spa Resort did not suffer any structural damage. The hotel, which was evacuated as a precautionary measure, will reopen for business Thursday, August 23, 2007. The hotel team is currently in the process of cleaning up scattered debris and down fallen trees.

The safety and security of our guests and staff is our primary concern. For their safety, all guests were transported to Hilton Villahermosa on August 20, 2007, where they were able to arrange their travel home. All guests and staff are safe.

The Hilton Cancun Golf & Spa Resort has hurricane and emergency procedures in place and implemented them immediately in anticipation of the storm.

The hotel is working with the local authorities and tourism partners.

For further information:
please contact Lisa Cole, at 305-796-8383 or lisa_cole@hilton.com