Melanie Johnson
Melanie Johnson is a central Florida-based writer who has called the Sunshine State home for nearly 20 years. For Only In Your State, she covers small towns, urban legends, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and standout accommodations — with a particular gift for uncovering the offbeat, the overlooked, and the genuinely unexpected. In four years of writing for OIYS, her reporting has connected her with local business owners, everyday adventurers, and even the president of a micronation. Keep up with her work at muckrack.com/melanie-johnson-17.
The Best Kept Summer Secret in Arizona Is This Remote Swimming Spot
With towering red rock canyon walls and an emerald green pool, this hidden swimming spot in Arizona is perfect for cooling off when the desert hits triple digits.
5 Waterfront Nevada Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real
These waterfront rentals in Nevada offer stunning views, unique stays, and unforgettable escapes on the water.
5 Waterfront Texas Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real
From island-style paradises to bayfront hideaways to riverfront escapes, these waterfront rentals in Texas deliver unique stays along our prettiest waterways.
This Arizona State Park Has a Charming Town Right Next Door — and Nobody Talks About It
Discover a charming small town near Kartchner Caverns State Park that’s perfect for your next getaway, with great stays and easy park access.
The Hidden Attraction in Texas That People Still Seek Out to This Day
Head underground to this hidden attraction in Texas to discover local legends about bootleggers and ghostly sightings. It's worth the trip!
