Michelle Peters

Content Writer & Editor for Travel, Real Estate & More

United States

Hi! My name is Michelle Peters, and I'm a content writer and editor specializing in luxury travel and real estate. For more than 20 years, I have combined my “word nerd” tendencies with a zest for travel and outdoor adventure, allowing me to write about the most incredible hotels around the globe, blog posts about everything from Mediterranean cruising to Antarctic exploration, newsletters about gourmet globetrotting, and more.

While I’m particularly known for my work in the travel space, partnering with notable clients such as Virtuoso, O’Rourke Hospitality Marketing, US News & World Report, Expedia, and Quasar Expeditions, among others, my editorial skillset is intentionally flexible and applies to a range of subjects.

Across industries, I bring strong research abilities, a sharp editorial eye, and the ability to translate topics into engaging, reader-friendly narratives. I have produced blogs, website copy, newsletters, direct mail, B2C and B2B communications, and SEO-optimized content on subjects ranging from high-end travel to wildlife conservation.

I’m flexible and easy to work with, offer quick turnaround times, and am familiar with many of the world’s top travel and real estate companies, thanks to my years in the industry.

I am most interested in creating original, from-scratch content, yet if your workflow incorporates AI-supported content generation, I can ensure expert editing that ensures accuracy, originality, and cohesion.

MEMBER:
Society of American Travel Writers
Adventure Travel Trade Association
North American Travel Journalists
Family Travel Association

Portfolio
Castle Hill Inn/O'Rourke Hospitality Marketing
Castle Hill Inn Website Copy

Full website copy for Castle Hill Inn, through O'Rourke Hospitality Marketing.

Landing Page for Cadence Travel
06/17/2025
Three Dream Destinations with Outrigger Hotels & Resorts

From the sway of palm trees against brilliant sunsets to the melodies of local cultures woven into every stay, Outrigger Resorts invites you to explore, connect, and feel the heartbeat of paradise.

Rebecca Recommends
06/08/2025
Catching the Perfect Wave

Blog post for Rebecca Recommends on the world's best surf spots and beaches, from Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way to Australia's iconic shores, Fiji's famous breaks, India's growing surf scene, South Africa's Cape coastline, Portugal's dramatic waves, France's Biarritz, Sri Lanka's Weligama, and Greece's adventurous coasts.

Natural Habitat Adventures
01/29/2024
Adventure Travel Blog Post

Example of several blog posts written for a conservation/adventure-minded upscale travel company.

Virtuoso
Ultraluxe B2C Travel Email

Example of a themed email going out on behalf of Virtuoso travel advisors to their clients. These occur numerous times throughout the year; past themes have included cruise, adventure, spa, family, and dining.

Virtuoso
11/04/2024
Epic Eats

Culinary-focused B2C email

The Menhaden
The Menhaden

Full website content for The Menhaden.

Virtuoso
Suite Stays

This is one in a series of email campaigns focused on luxury hotel suites worldwide.

The Blake Hotel
The Blake

Full website content for The Blake.

The Wentworth Inn
The Wentworth

Full website content for The Wentworth.

New England Inn Monthly Newsletter
07/11/2024
Summer at the Inn

A monthly newsletter for a Relais & Chateaux Inn in New England.

Exeter International
Switzerland

An example of destination content written for Exeter International.

Shore Excursions Group YouTube Channel
05/01/2025
Voiceover Ad for Shore Excursions Group

Voiceover content for Shore Excursions Group. Audience: cruises seeking culinary-themed shore excursions on their trip.