Location
Brooklyn, New York
School
The George Washington University, Dublin City University
Expertise
Arts & Culture, France, Museums and Historical Sites
- Michelle is a frequent traveler, and has explored over ten countries including Ireland, Austria, England, France, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Morocco, Canada, Mexico, Spain, Italy, and others.
- Her work as a writer/producer has been featured in the Catalyst Content Festival, the New York Short Comedy Film Festival, and the New York Comedy Festival.
- In her former role as a publicist, Michelle worked on Oscar-winning movies and Emmy-winning television shows.
Experience
Michelle Cohn is a writer and producer who has worked in the editorial space for over seven years. Previously, she worked in film publicity and traveled all around the world for film festivals and events. Her work has been featured in the Los Angeles Review of Books, Vulture, and Paste Magazine, and other sites, and she also runs a newsletter called The Arts & Culture Section.
Education
Michelle Cohn has a BA from The George Washington University with a major in American Studies and a double minor in Journalism and Mass Communications and French Language and Culture.
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Located just a few minutes from the Gulf, this hidden Alabama town blends a rich Scandinavian and Czech history with delicious food and southern charm.
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New Hampshire
By Michelle Cohn
Manchester, New Hampshire, is home to a pleasant neighborhood where you can enjoy seeing classic home architectural styles and relax in serene outdoor spaces.
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New Mexico
By Michelle Cohn
If you're seeking innovative eateries, gorgeous hiking trails, and striking desert landscapes, this Albuquerque neighborhood is bound to impress.
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Hidden away in the Sonoran Desert, this ancient monument grants visitors a glimpse back in time and a chance to wander around historic ruins.
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Wisconsin
By Michelle Cohn
This historic, vibrant Milwaukee neighborhood is close to several parks, including some beaches along the shore of Lake Michigan. Here's what you need to know.
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A mountain town just outside of Salt Lake City has a unique history as one of the earliest European settlements in the West, and became a city of art.
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Head to this remote Texas town by the Rio Grande for oddball American history, quirky attractions, desert charm, and some great road trip stops.
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The Blue Mountains of Oregon are a treasure trove of amazing outdoor experiences, especially near this little college town about four hours from Portland.
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New York
By Michelle Cohn
This charming village in the Thousand Islands region of New York is close to the Canadian border and offers plenty of outdoor experiences in summer.
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If you've always wanted an exclusive after-hours tour of the Vatican, now you can with these luxury train journeys across Italy that stop at Rome.
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Michigan
By Michelle Cohn
Near the Detroit airport, there's an admirable small-town Michigan destination that has abundant food options, great parks, and year-round activities.
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This town that's nestled right on the Ohio River is a perfect getaway to immerse yourself in beautiful nature and art evocative of the town's French roots.
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