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.
Michelle knows a lot about:
Whether you're a beach-goer or a landlubber, you'll find many wonderful things for the whole family to do in the St Petersburg/Clearwater area.
If you long for gentle, temperate seas lined with soft sandy shores, then St Pete/Clearwater beaches were specially made for you. Throw in a collection of motorized and non-motorized beach "toys," deep sea...
When visiting St Petersburg/Clearwater, you’ll soon discover that it’s more than just a pretty place framed by soft, sugary beaches and scintillating sunsets. Fortunately for foodies, there’s a burgeoning...
With so many wonderful hotel choices in St Petersburg-Clearwater, deciding on where to stay can be a bit of a problem – but a good one! If the romance and allure of times past appeal to you, then think about...
No matter how old you are and whether you're a regular club-goer or not, once in awhile we all like to go out at night to "kick up your heels." Fortunately for visitors to this once-sleepy "burg," the area has...
No matter what your culinary inclination, St Petersburg and Clearwater have developed a vivid foodie scene over the past few years, unveiling a plethora of dining options - both indoors and out. Not only will you...
A huge component of any successful vacation is the fun of not having to cook meals and exploring area restaurants while you’re away from the daily grind. Fortunately – in addition to soft, sandy beaches,...
