Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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Mainers are a special breed. Between the accent and some of the attire, those with ties to Maine can usually be picked out from a mile away. But, with so many people from other states finally realizing how wonderful things are in Vacationland, we’ve caught some people hunkering down, throwing on bean boots and saying they’ve been here all along. While we’re happy to have them, we’d prefer they just be themselves. Here are a few ways to spot the impostors!