Michelle da Silva Richmond is an award-winning travel editor and member of the Society of American Travel Writers and other journalism organizations. 

She has written hundreds of articles for newspapers, consumer and trade magazines and in-flight publications. In addition, she has co- authored and contributed to many guide books and was a weekly travel columnist for a metropolitan Connecticut daily newspaper.

Growing up abroad, combined with a colorful career as a Pan Am flight attendant fueled her wanderlust and passion for travel.

She lived in Mexico City for nearly 20 years and has visited nearly 100 countries. Her bags are always packed.