MCLEAN, Va. – (May 3, 2011) – Hilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Tim Booth as general manager of the 375-room award-winning Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort.  Tim Booth will report to Danny Hughes, senior vice president, Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America for Hilton Worldwide, and will oversee the daily operations at this AAA four diamond beachfront resort in Los Cabos, ideally set along one of the most tranquil stretches of golden beach.  Booth most recently served as general manager, Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Danny Hughes said, “Tim’s strong leadership and team building abilities coupled with his successful resort and operational background will serve us well and we are delighted to have him join the team.”

A 20-year Hilton Worldwide veteran, Booth began his hospitality career in food and beverage and catering in the New Orleans area.  He joined the Hilton New Orleans Airport Hotel and Conference Center in 1991, rapidly moving upstream filling roles such as food and beverage director, front office director and assistant general manager.  Advancing successfully in management, Booth held general manager and hotel manager positions at the Hilton Suites Brentwood, Hilton Chicago, Doubletree Hotel and Executive Meeting Center Somerset and Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort before taking the helm at Buffalo Thunder in Santa Fe to open New Mexico’s largest resort property and Hilton’s first Native American management agreement with the Pueblo of Pojoaque.

A native of New Orleans, Booth attended the hospitality and restaurant program at the University of New Orleans.  He has served and participates on several tourism-related industry boards and charitable organizations including New Mexico and Southern Arizona Lodging and Resort Association; Northern Pima County Chamber of Commerce; and Project Graduation for the development of high school seniors.

About Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort
Ideally set along the destination’s most tranquil stretch of golden beach, the AAA Four-Diamond Award winning Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort boasts 375 spacious and elegantly designed ocean-view guestrooms with private balcony.  All rooms feature high-speed wireless Internet access, mini-bar, in-room safe and LCD television.  Five dining outlets and 24-hour room service make choices seem limitless.  Recreation options feature a fitness center with equipment by Precor, two lit tennis courts, two pools with swim up bars, a Jacuzzi, complimentary yoga classes, as well as a pool concierge available to provide moist hand towels, iPods, books, magazines and games.  The Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort also features one of the only swimmer-friendly beaches on the tourist corridor, as well as a world-class 7,000 square foot spa, with 13 treatment rooms, and an 18-hole championship golf course.  Outdoor activities include snorkeling, kayaking, wave runners and more.  Children ages four to 18 can enjoy the resort’s Cabo Kids Club featuring age-specific activities, arts and crafts, games and a professional staff.  Those visiting on business have access to a 24 hour business center as well as more than 11,000 square feet of meeting space

About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 92 years, Hilton Worldwide has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,700 hotels and 610,000 rooms in 82 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. For more information about the company, visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.