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Restored Tourist Services and Activities at EcoTulum Resorts & Spa in the Riviera Maya

Tulum, Mayan Riviera (August 2, 2005) ~ It's business as usual for EcoTulum Resorts & Spa, a collection of three rustic boutique hotels Cabañas Copal, Azulik, Zahra, and the holistic Maya Spa, following July's brush with Hurricane Emily on Mexico's Mayan Riviera.

EcoTulum Resorts & Spa (www.ecotulum.com) suffered minor damage during Hurricane Emily and reopened just two days following the storm after staff made necessary repairs. Copal suffered damage to the decks of the Bar Tun Tun, and some window breakage. Azulik had one broken window. The rest is intact. Zahra suffered some damage to the seaview cabanas. Everything was repaired by Wednesday, July 20 and regular 3 p.m. check in proceeded as normal.

EcoTulum Resorts & Spa is located in the Riviera Maya, a popular Mexican tourist destination located on the eastern coast of the Yucatan peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo, just and 120 miles south from the Cancun international airport.

The rest of the region suffered some material damages; mostly in public areas such as receptions, restaurants, and sea front hotel rooms facing directly toward the Caribbean Sea. Electricity and running water were restored to the area less than 24 hours after the hurricane. The majority of the hotels, restaurants and shops in the Riviera Maya are working as usual due to the experience and organization of the local hoteliers with this type of natural event. The international airport of the city of Cancún resumed operations Monday morning, July 18th. The highways that connect Cancun to Tulum are clear from any obstacles and are safe to drive.

SPECIAL PROMOTION EXTENDED
Since the passing of Hurricane Emily, the Riviera Maya has enjoyed clear, sunny skies. Tourists are again able to enjoy the beautiful Caribbean beaches.

Until Oct. 31, 2005, reserve a week at the EcoTulum in Mexico and pay for only five for dates falling entirely before the end of October. The promotion applies to Cabanas Copal, Azulik and Zahra. Rates start at $50 US a night. Not valid with any other promotion.

ABOUT ECOTULUM RESORTS & SPA
Zahra (www.zahra.com.mx) offers 22 remodeled rooms and cabañas nestled between two private beaches in Mexico's Mayan Riviera. Electricity is provided from sunset until 11pm. Azulik (www.azulik.com), a 15-villa retreat next door carries rustic luxury to the max with lounge beds and hand carved wooden soaking tubs. Cabañas Copal (www.cabanascopal.com) features 47 candle lit cabañas hidden in the jungle with total wellness, and a clothing-optional dress code. Maya Spa (www.maya-spa.com) offers holistic spa services and traditional Maya therapies to all properties. Amilik (www.amilik.com) in Patagonia's lake region is EcoTulum's first South American wellness center and luxury eco-spa.

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