I've lived in the Hamptons for most of my life. Here are 5 mistakes I see visitors make every summer.

As a longtime local, I've seen visitors make lots of common mistakes in the Hamptons.

Vanessa Gordon

The Hamptons are considered one of the most famous destinations in the US for celebrities and the ultra-elite to escape during the summer months.But many visitors don't realize the area is also home to longtime locals, like me, who live here year-round. As someone who's spent most of my life here, I've experienced a lot of what the area has to offer.However, over the years, I've seen many less-experienced tourists make the same errors over and over. Here are five of the most common mistakes I see people make when visiting the Hamptons.Believing the Hamptons are only for the rich and famous

The Hamptons are home to people from all walks of life.

Vanessa Gordon