Marcus Johnson
Marcus Johnson writes about the Americas for destination.com, with a specialism in music tourism — from New Orleans jazz rooms to Buenos Aires milongas to the touring circuits of Mexico City and Austin. He reported from Latin America for The Atlantic and Rolling Stone before joining in 2024. He lives in New Orleans and has visited all 50 U.S. states and 22 countries across North, Central, and South America.
- Former staff writer, The Atlantic (2019–2023)
- Contributing writer, Rolling Stone (music & travel)
By Marcus
The Best Jazz Clubs in New Orleans: A Night Music Guide
From historic Preservation Hall to hidden Frenchmen Street gems — the ultimate guide to live jazz in NOLA.
7 min readMexico City Street Food: 10 Tacos and Where to Find Them
Mexico City Street Food: 10 Tacos and Where to Find Them — an expert guide with local insights and Expedia booking.
7 min readIceland Ring Road: The Complete Self-Drive Guide
Iceland Ring Road: The Complete Self-Drive Guide — an expert guide with local insights and Expedia booking.
11 min readBuenos Aires by Neighbourhood: A Local's Guide
Buenos Aires by Neighbourhood: A Local's Guide — an expert guide with local insights and Expedia booking.
8 min readQueenstown Adventure Guide: Every Thrill Ranked
Queenstown Adventure Guide: Every Thrill Ranked — an expert guide with local insights and Expedia booking.
7 min readCosta Rica Eco-Travel: Rainforests, Turtles & Volcanoes
Costa Rica Eco-Travel: Rainforests, Turtles & Volcanoes — an expert guide with local insights and Expedia booking.
8 min read