Stories by DeMarco Williams

DeMarco Williams is the managing editor at Forbes Travel Guide, where he oversees daily editorial content and shepherds FTG’s correspondents program. Williams’ beat consists of everything involving luxury travel — cuisine, culture, wellness and high-end hotels. He’s a big sports fan, too, so he considers any opportunity to mix a PGA Golf tournament or the College Football Playoff with upscale travel a win-win.

A leading expert in hospitality journalism, Williams has been with FTG since 2012, taking over as managing editor in 2018. He has also written for such outlets as Destination Marriott, Fodors, Rolling Stone, Bleacher Report and Infatuation.

Art, Destinations, Events, Food and Wine, Guide, Hotels, Restaurants, Shows and Performances, Sports, Travel Tips

Your Tip-Off Guide To March Madness
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

March 21, 2013

Our basketball-obsessed editors can’t help you win your office pool, but they can give you the lowdown on what to do and where to stay in the Big Dance’s host cities.

Bars, Destinations, Drinks, Events, Food and Wine, Guide, Hotels, Restaurants, Sports, Travel Tips

Spending Two Perfect Days In Greater Phoenix
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

March 19, 2013

To properly explore the Salt River Valley’s cuisine, culture and coolest accommodations, you’ll need every second of a 48-hour trip.

Spas

Guy-Focused Spa Treatments That Hit The Spot
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

March 6, 2013

Who says ladies should have all of the deep-tissue fun? These luxury spas go out of their way to cater to male clients.

Destinations, Hotels, Restaurants, Spas, Star Ratings, Tastemakers, Travel Tips

Trump Chicago GM On Property’s Award-Winning Triple Play
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 26, 2013

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago general manager T. Colm O’Callaghan talks about what make his hotel, restaurant and spa so special.

Hotels, Restaurants, Spas, Travel Industry, Travel Tips

Travel Trends Spotted At Star-Rated Properties
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 25, 2013

A look at the tasty food, terrific amenities and take-home goodies our team encountered over the past year of inspections.

Destinations, Events, Food and Wine, Hotels, Lists, Sports, Travel Tips

Your Big-League Guide To MLB Spring Training
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 22, 2013

If you’re following your favorite club to warmer weather, there are a few things to know about the action and accommodations.

Destinations, Events, Food and Wine, Restaurants

Eating High On The Hog At New Orleans’ Restaurant R’evolution
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 20, 2013

To celebrate the annual butchering of the pigs, the fine-dining establishment presents its inaugural Boucherie Feast.

Destinations, Events, Hotels, Sports, Travel Tips

Pelican Hill Tees Off With Golf Academy And Play Packages
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 19, 2013

The Southern California resort offers unlimited golf and a host of clinics for players looking to tune up their game.

Events, Food and Wine, Lists, Restaurants, Shows and Performances, Travel Tips

Mardi Gras’ Can’t-Miss Events
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 6, 2013

There’s a lot more to Carnival than bead collecting, and this colorful list of upcoming NOLA celebrations proves just that.

Destinations, Sports, Uncategorized

Live Your Sports Dreams At Fantasy Camps
By Forbes Travel Guide Editor DeMarco Williams

February 4, 2013

From icy tracks in New York to tennis courts in the Caribbean, we get in the game with five experiences that allow your wildest fantasies to come true.