The “Embassy Suites Snap Happy ‘07” Contest Promotion (“Promotion”) is sponsored by Hilton Hotels Corporation, 9336 Civic Center Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (referred to in these Official Rules as “Hilton”). The Promotion is governed by these Official Rules. By participating in the Promotion, each entrant agrees to be bound by these Official Rules and by the decisions of Hilton, which are final and binding on all matters pertaining to this Promotion. The Promotion is subject to all federal, state and local laws and regulations and is void where prohibited by law.

ELIGIBILITY: The Promotion is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are of majority age at the time of entry. Employees, officers and directors of Hilton, and its parents, subsidiaries, consultants, agents, advertising agencies and suppliers (collectively, “Promotion Entities”), as well

as their immediate families and persons living in the same household as such individuals, are not eligible to enter or win. Hilton reserves the right to verify the eligibility of the winner and his or her entry.

PROMOTION PERIOD: Promotion will run from 12:01am ET May 18, 2007 to 11:59pm ET September 10, 2007 (“Promotion Period”). As described in more detail below, any hotel stays must be completed by September 3, 2007 and all entries must be submitted by September 10, 2007.

HOW TO ENTER: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. You can enter by completing a stay and submitting your entry online or you can enter by submitting your entry via postal mail. Both entry methods are listed below.

Online Entry: Visit www.embassysnaphappy.com (the “Promotion Website”) and follow the instructions to enter the Promotion. Each online entrant must have a valid e-mail address. Entrants who (i) book a room at an Embassy Suites Hotel via a Hilton Family Website (defined below) or 1-800-EMBASSY on or after January 1, 2007 and (ii) complete their Embassy Suites Hotel stay by September 3, 2007 are eligible to enter the Promotion online via the Promotion Website. Each online entrant must complete the Promotion entry form online at www.embassysnaphappy.com in accordance with the on-screen instructions. Then, according to the on-screen instructions, upload a picture showing you and your family enjoying the experience of “Happiness in Motion” and write a short caption that describes the scene in your photo (a photo and its accompanying caption are hereafter referred to as the “Photo”).

Online entrants must upload a .jpg or .gif file containing up to three Photos in accordance with the instructions on the Promotion Website. To be eligible, the file containing the Photos: (a) cannot exceed one (1) MB in size; and (b) must be submitted in the .jpg or .gif file format. Additionally, each caption must be no more than fifteen (15) words in length. Submissions not meeting these requirements may be disqualified or not fully considered, as within the sole discretion of Hilton. All online entries must be completed and submitted by September 10, 2007 at 11:59pm ET.

For the purposes of these Official Rules, each of the following is a “Hilton Family Website”: www.embassysnaphappy.com, www.hhonors.com, www.hiltonfamily.com. Stays booked via any Website other than a Hilton Family Website are excluded from this Promotion and will not make a person eligible to enter the Promotion online. Hilton HHonors reward or redemption stays and point stretcher stays are also excluded from this Promotion and will not make a person eligible to enter the Promotion online.

Alternative Mail-In Entry: During the Promotion Period, send (i) a 3" x 5" card with your full name, complete address, and daytime and evening phone numbers, and (ii) up to three (3) Photos by mail in an envelope to the following address: Embassy Suites Snap Happy ’07 Contest Entries, P.O. Box 4313, Manhasset, NY 11030. Each Photo should show you and your family enjoying the experience of “Happiness in Motion.” Include with each Photo a short caption that describes the scene in your photo (a photo and its accompanying caption are hereafter referred to as the “Photo”). Mail-in entries must be postmarked by September 10, 2007 and received by September 18, 2007. Additionally, each caption must be no more than fifteen (15) words in length. All photos must be no larger than 4" x 6".

Photos: Entrant’s Photos should capture the fun, and sometimes “not-so-fun” moments that occur when a family travels together. The theme of “Happiness in Motion” not only applies to the physical travel that takes a family from point A to point B, but also the emotional journey from the anxiety and pre-trip planning to the feeling of relief and satisfaction when parents and kids are laughing and creating memories on their vacation.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:

General Conditions: Online entries must be received by Hilton by September 10, 2007 to be eligible, and mail-in entries must be postmarked by September 10, 2007 and received by September 18, 2007 to be eligible. LIMIT ONE (1) ENTRY PER PERSON, UP TO 3 PHOTOS PER ENTRY (regardless of method of entry). No entrant is eligible to win more than one prize. No faxed or e-mailed entries will be accepted. Receipt of entries will not be acknowledged, and proof of submission of an entry will not be deemed proof of receipt. Hilton has no obligation to advise an entrant of an incomplete or otherwise non-compliant entry. Hilton is not responsible for lost, late, invalid, unintelligible, incomplete, mutilated, garbled, postage-due or misdirected entries, which will be disqualified. Hilton reserves the right, but has no obligation, to review all submitted Photos for infringing, obscene, harmful or otherwise inappropriate material, as determined by Hilton in its sole discretion. Hilton may disqualify any entry and associated Photo in Hilton's sole discretion.

For the purposes of this Promotion and these Official Rules, “receipt” of an online entry occurs when Hilton’s servers record the entry information upon clicking the “enter” or “submit” button at the bottom of the entry form. Any automated computer receipt (such as a “thanks for entering message”) does not constitute proof of actual receipt of an online entry by Hilton. In the event of a dispute as to any online entry, the authorized account holder of the e-mail address used to register with the Promotion Website will be deemed to be the online entrant. The “authorized account holder” is the natural person assigned an e-mail address by an Internet access provider, online service provider or other organization responsible for assigning e-mail addresses for the domain associated with the submitted address. Potential winners may be required to show proof of being the authorized account holder.

Photo Posting: By entering this Promotion, each entrant consents to the posting by Hilton of his or her Photo(s) on the Promotion Website and agrees and acknowledges that the Photo(s) will be viewed by other Promotion Website users. Once an eligible online entrant uploads his or her Photo(s), Hilton will review the Photo(s) for compliance with these Official Rules and, if eligible and within Hilton’s sole discretion, post the Photo(s) for viewing on the Promotion Website. After submitting a completed entry form and uploading their Photo(s), entrants should allow up to fourteen (14) days before their Photo(s) may be available for viewing via the Promotion Website. Hilton may refuse to make any Photo available on the Promotion Website for any reason as determined by Hilton in its sole discretion. Once a Photo is made available for viewing via the Promotion Website, Hilton reserves the right to remove the Photo from the website and disqualify it from the Promotion for any reason. Entrant agrees that Hilton is not responsible for any Photo being copied from the Promotion Website or otherwise appropriated by third parties.

Entrant’s Representations: Submitted Photos may only depict members of the entrant’s family and each entrant represents that all persons depicted in any Photo that the entrant submits are members of the entrant’s family. All components of the entry, including all Photos, must be entrant’s own original creation, created solely by entrant. Photos may not have been published previously, in whole or in part, or have won any other award. Modifying, enhancing, or altering a third party’s preexisting work does not qualify as an entrant’s original creation. By entering this Promotion, each entrant represents that he or she owns all right, title and interest in any submitted Photo, has the authority to grant to Hilton the rights provided in these Official Rules and has permission from all persons appearing in any Photos to submit such Photos. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, entrant represents that use and distribution of any submitted Photos by Hilton, including posting Photos on the Promotion Website, will not infringe the rights, including the intellectual property, publicity rights or other rights, of any third parties including, but not limited to, the persons depicted in the Photo.

Assignment and Release: By entering this Promotion, each entrant agrees to assign to Hilton all right, title and interest to their Photo(s) (including, without limitation, the photographs and accompanying textual captions), including, without limitation, all intellectual property and other proprietary rights without expectation of compensation or acknowledgment (other than the prizes awarded as set forth in these Official Rules should entrant be a verified winner). Additionally, to the extent any such assignment is ineffective, Hilton shall have the perpetual, irrevocable, fully transferable right to use the Photos for advertising, trade and promotional purposes in any media or manner worldwide, and may post the Photos for viewing by the public. Each entrant releases the Promotional Entities, and their respective agents, assigns, licensees, and legal representatives from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action including, but not limited to, defamation and violation of any rights of publicity or privacy in the use by Hilton of any Photo, and entrant’s name and physical likeness as provided herein, except where prohibited by law. Hilton reserves the right to modify or edit any Photo, in whole or in part, for content, clarity or any other reason, and entrant waives any and all “moral rights” in and to their Photo(s). Hilton further reserves the right to decline to release or use any Photo for any reason, in its sole discretion. Entrants (including Grand Prize winner) agree that there is no guarantee that Hilton will make use of any rights granted to Hilton in any Photo.

WINNER SELECTION:
All eligible Photos will be judged by a panel chosen by Hilton, in Hilton’s sole discretion. The judges will evaluate each eligible Photo based on the following criteria: (1) twenty-five percent (25%) based on originality; (2) twenty-five percent (25%) based on creativity; (3) twenty-five percent (25%) based on photo quality; and (4) twenty-five percent (25%) based on expression of the “Happiness in Motion” concept. In the event of a tie, the Photo with the highest score in the expression of the “Happiness in Motion” theme is the winner. Photos must be in keeping with the high standards and prestige associated with Hilton and may not be offensive, as determined by Hilton and the judges in their sole discretion, or involve any illegal or inappropriate activity. All decisions of the judges are final and binding in all respects.

Potential winners will be selected on or about October 12, 2007. The potential Grand Prize winner will be contacted by phone, U.S. Mail and/or e-mail according to the contact information provided on their entry forms. All other potential winners will be contacted by e-mail and/or U.S. Mail according to the e-mail address and address of residence provided on their entry forms. If a potential winner cannot be contacted within seven (7) days following attempted notification or the prize notification is returned as undeliverable, the potential winner may be disqualified and an alternate potential winner contacted. Each potential winner may be required to sign an Affidavit of Eligibility and Release, Assignment Form, IRS tax forms, and Publicity Release (collectively, the “Affidavit”). The Affidavit must be fully completed and returned within seven (7) days following receipt of the Affidavit from Hilton, or the potential winner may be disqualified.

PRIZES: The following prizes will be awarded as part of the Promotion pursuant to these Official Rules:

One (1) Grand Prize: An 8-day/7-night round-trip package for four (4) people to the Embassy Suites Hotel in Waikiki Beach, Hawaii. Grand Prize consists of 7-night stay in one standard double occupancy suite, round-trip coach airfare for four (4) persons between the major commercial airport nearest the Grand Prize Winner’s residence and Honolulu, HI, a cash prize of US$500 and a ZR830 Canon Digital Camcorder. Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) of Grand Prize is $4,500.00.

Travel must be completed by October 16, 2008. Winner and travel companions must travel on same itinerary. Travel Companions must execute a Publicity/Liability Release prior to ticketing and must possess required travel documents (e.g., valid photo ID) prior to departure. Once the travel schedule has been arranged, it cannot be altered and failure of Winner to follow such schedule shall not obligate Hilton in any way to provide the Winner with alternate arrangements. Hotel accommodations subject to availability and change. Additional travel restrictions may apply. Reservations subject to availability and blackout dates may apply. Grand Prize Winner and travel companions are responsible for obtaining any travel documentation required. All costs and expenses not expressly listed as part of the Grand Prize are the Winner’s sole responsibility, including, without limitation, meals, transportation, insurance, transfers, income taxes or other taxes resulting from receipt of the Grand Prize. Grand Prize package will be delivered to the confirmed Grand Prize Winner. If the travel companion(s) of the Winner is considered a minor, such companion must be accompanied by his/her parent/legal guardian on the trip.

Ten (10) Second Prizes: Each Second Prize consists of a Canon Powershot SD1000 ELPH Digital Camera. ARV of each Second Prize is $399.00.

Fifteen (15) Third Prizes: Each Third Prize consists of a Panasonic Portable DVD player with an 8.5" screen. ARV of each Third Prize is $280.

Total ARV of all prizes: $12,690.

Except for the prize, the winners will not receive any additional monetary compensation or acknowledgement for participation in the Promotion, any advertisement or other material. Except as specifically provided herein, each winner is solely responsible for all expenses and fees, including, without limitation, taxes, related to any prize or this Promotion. Reporting and payment of all applicable taxes resulting from acceptance or use of any prize are the sole responsibility of the winners. If Hilton cannot find a sufficient number of potential winners who are able to satisfy all requirements within the timeframe allotted, all prizes may not be awarded. Hilton reserves the right to not award the prizes in the event an insufficient number of entries are received that satisfy the judging criteria. All entries become the exclusive property of Hilton and will not be returned.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS:
All prizes are non-transferable except by Hilton. Prizes cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or offer. No substitution or cash equivalent of a prize is permitted; however, Hilton reserves the right to substitute any prize with another of equal or greater value. The Promotion Entities are not responsible for any typographical or other errors in the offer or administration of the Promotion, including, but not limited to, errors in the printing or posting of the offer or Official Rules, the selection and announcement of any winner, or the distribution of any prize. Any attempt to damage the operation of the Promotion is unlawful and subject to legal action by Hilton or its agents. Hilton reserves the right to terminate, withdraw or amend the Promotion or disqualify any entry for any reason and without notice including, without limitation, if Hilton suspects tampering has occurred or an aspect of unfairness exists in the Promotion. Hilton reserves the right to select winners from eligible entries received as of the termination date. Promotion Entities will not replace any lost or stolen prize items. The Promotion Entities and any telephone network or service providers are not responsible for incorrect or inaccurate transcription of entry information, or for any human error, technical malfunction, lost or delayed data transmission, omission, interruption, deletion, line failure or malfunction of any telephone network, computer equipment or software, the inability to access any Website or online service or any other error, human or otherwise.

INDEMNIFICATION AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
BY PARTICIPATING OR ACCEPTING A PRIZE, ENTRANTS AND WINNERS AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE PROMOTION ENTITIES AND ALL THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, REPRESENTATIVES AND AGENTS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, FOR LOSS, HARM, DAMAGE, INJURY, COST OR EXPENSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH WHICH MAY OCCUR IN CONNECTION WITH, PREPARATION FOR, TRAVEL TO, OR PARTICIPATION IN THE PROMOTION, OR POSSESSION, ACCEPTANCE AND/OR USE OR MISUSE OF ANY PRIZE OR PARTICIPATION IN ANY PROMOTION-RELATED ACTIVITY AND FOR ANY CLAIMS BASED ON COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT, PUBLICITY/PRIVACY RIGHTS, DEFAMATION OR INVASION OF PRIVACY AND MERCHANDISE DELIVERY. PROMOTION ENTITIES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE IF ANY PRIZE CANNOT BE AWARDED DUE TO TRAVEL CANCELLATIONS, DELAYS OR INTERRUPTIONS DUE TO ACTS OF GOD, ACTS OF WAR, NATURAL DISASTERS, WEATHER OR ACTS OF TERRORISM. THE PROMOTION ENTITIES DO NOT MAKE ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE CONDITION, FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY OF ANY OF THE PRIZES. EACH WINNER (OR HIS OR HER PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN) AGREES TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENT CONTAINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES.

THE PROMOTION ENTITIES AND ALL THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, REPRESENTATIVES AND AGENTS DISCLAIM ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE TO ANY COMPUTER SYSTEM RESULTING FROM ACCESS TO OR THE DOWNLOAD OF INFORMATION OR MATERIALS CONNECTED WITH THE PROMOTION.

PUBLICITY:
By submitting an entry form, each entrant grants Hilton and those acting under its authority permission to use the entrant’s name, likeness, Photo(s), entry specifics or comments for advertising and publicity purposes without compensation, except where prohibited by law.

GOVERNING LAW:
All issues and questions concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Official Rules, or the rights and obligations of entrants and the Promotion Entities in connection with the Promotion, shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the United States, the State of California. All suits or claims brought in connection with this Promotion must be brought in a state or federal court in Los Angeles, California without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law rules or provisions.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY:
The Promotion and all related Web pages, content and code are copyrighted by Hilton or a third party. Copying or unauthorized use of any copyrighted materials, trademarks, or any other intellectual property without the express written consent of its owner is strictly prohibited.

WHO WON:
The names of the winners shall be posted on the Promotion Website after selection of the winners for a period of approximately one (1) month. A list of the names of the winners may also be obtained by mailing a request, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope, to Embassy Suites Snap Happy ’07 Winners, P.O. Box 5000, Manhasset, NY 11030 within thirty (30) days of the end of the Promotion Period.

 

 

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