Dave's Travel Corner - Seeing the World One Step at a Time

From the Outside In: My Reflections as a Non-Muslim Wearing the Burqa in Silicon Valley

My curiosity to try wearing the most conservative Muslim, black Burqa drapery in California overcame my dread that I would be found out by a … [Read More]
Relaxing in Ubud, Bali

Recently we were in Bali for a week. We spent most of our time in the Ubud area and this article focuses on area attractions and information … [Read More]
Bring Adventure Back to Europe

This was Richard's Keynote to The European Travel Commission, presented on May 9, 2013. This also took first place in our 2013 travel writing … [Read More]
Commercial Coffee Production in California?

Organic farmer, Jay Ruskey has been at the forefront in California of commercially growing exotic and rare fruit species at his farm perched on … [Read More]
A Stay at the Silky Oaks Eco-Lodge, Daintree Rainforest Queensland

After traveling for probably a great distance as most of the guests have endured prior to arriving here - you walk into your cool room, with soft … [Read More]
My Personal Experience of Record Breaking Extreme Heat in Death Valley

Similar to the International notice for the Mavericks Surf Competition in Central California, I sent out our annual 48 hour window of notice to … [Read More]
Cruising Bordeaux with Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises was established in 1977 as a fairly small operation with just four ships offering Russian River cruises marketed to … [Read More]
The Rift Valley Mountain Trek to Petra, Jordan

Day 1 We began our hike under the 2pm sun from Dana Guesthouse, at about 4,300 feet (1300 meters) above sea level. The beating sun shone down … [Read More]
A Visit to the Marconi Museum in Tustin California

When one meets founder Dick Marconi for the first time, one soon realizes just how passionate he is for both the thrill of racing and the … [Read More]
Amazing Moscow

Amazing Moscow. A visit to Moscow only leaves you wanting to spend more time here. Moscow delivers beautiful architecture including incredible … [Read More]
“It’s Djiboutiful!”(And the Hottest New Destination)

When our rafts were bitten by crocodiles or hippos, complications ensued we hadn't imagined. We were in Ethiopia making a series of … [Read More]
Celebrating King’s Day (Koningsdag) in Amsterdam

Holland celebrated their own King's birthday (Willem-Alexander) for the 3rd year in a row in April 2016. This fun event is known as "Koningsdag" … [Read More]
In Love With Pint-Sized Andorra

We stood on the rocky outcrop above the tiny parking lot next to the consul generals office in old Andorra la Vella and heard the distinctive … [Read More]
Car + Vacation, Volvo Factory Tour, Gothenburg Sweden

Recently I was in Sweden to help promote Volvo's Car + Vacation program for overseas car buyers - sponsored by Volvo, Visit Sweden, West Sweden … [Read More]
Montreal: City of Festivals and Food

Summer in Montreal is filled with a variety of festivals and events to fill up your days with a wide range of music, food and fun. Last week, I … [Read More]