Lilit Marcus is a travel journalist and producer for CNN Digital Worldwide, specializing in global tourism, aviation, and cultural destinations. Based in Hong Kong, she covers stories that range from adventure travel and overlooked heritage sites to the evolving dynamics of international airports and hospitality. Her reporting often blends practical travel insights with cultural narratives, making her work resonate with both casual travelers and industry professionals.

Before joining CNN, Marcus built her career through diverse editorial experiences and authored the book Save the Assistants: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving in the Workplace. Published in 2010, the book drew from her early years navigating entry‑level jobs in New York media, offering candid advice for young professionals. Her writing has also appeared in outlets such as Condé Nast Traveler, CBS News, and The Albany Herald, reflecting her versatility across lifestyle, workplace, and travel journalism.

Marcus’s reporting is marked by a keen eye for under‑explored destinations and cultural stories. She has written about Cambodia’s “other Angkor” at Oudong, the legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy’s visit to Phnom Penh, and the rise of Vientiane as a travel hub. By highlighting overlooked narratives and connecting them to broader travel trends, Marcus positions herself as both a storyteller and a guide, helping audiences see tourism as a lens into history, politics, and everyday life.