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Johnny Motley

Johnny Motley is a New York-based journalist writing about travel, restaurants, spirits and fashion. After graduating from Harvard College, Motley taught religious studies in Texas for several years. In his free time, Motley enjoys reading poetry and literature, practicing Portuguese, and playing guitar. He won a Solas Award in the men's travel category for his memoirs about traveling through the Amazon. He contributes to Global Traveler, BBC, CNN, Matador, Paste, CoolMaterial and other publications. Motley is on Instagram (@motjohnny) and X (@JohnnyMotley).


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Destinations / North America
Jun 2, 2026

Why Virginia Beach Might Be the Father’s Day Trip Dad Actually Wants

Spice up Father’s Day this year and give dad a weekend worth talking about. Virginia Beach offers something for every kind of dad, whether he likes offshore fishing, a one-of-a-kind surf lagoon, world-class vintage aircraft, coastal golf, live music or craft beer.

Destinations / North America
Jun 2, 2026

Where to Watch Fireworks in New Hampshire’s White Mountains

Watching fireworks in New Hampshire’s White Mountains is nothing like watching displays in a city. Under dark skies with only the faint silhouettes of mountains and miles of dark forests as a backdrop, the landscape becomes a canvas for dazzling displays. And you can enjoy them without a stiff neck from looking straight up at the sky.

Destinations / Caribbean
Jun 1, 2026

A Bahamas Trip Idea for Every Kind of Dad

With Father’s Day on the horizon, it’s time to give dad a break and swap backyard grilling for family travels in The Bahamas. The Bahamas offers everything dads love, from world-class fishing to cultural experiences to laid-back luxury. Shake up dad’s routine celebrations and enjoy spending quality time with the whole family. The question to ask now is, which trip fits your dad’s interests?