• Blog
  • Guides
  • Journals
  • Photos
  • Videos
  • Links
  • Interviews
  • About
  • Home

Dave's Travel Corner

Seeing the World One Step at a Time

From Dawn to Dusk, a Day in the Life in The Last Shangri-La

January 17, 2021 by Teh Chin Liang4 Comments

At the crack of dawn, the distant crow of a rooster forms a natural symphony with the mantra chanting from a nearby monastery, waking Dorji from his blissful dream. Rubbing his bleary eyes, he is grateful to be blessed with another brand new day in life. He heads to the kitchen to make himself his favorite breakfast - Akha, Suja, and Azey. Akha is a dough made from roasted whole wheat flour. Suja is a tea made by churning tea with butter and salt … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Culture, Food and Wine, Interview, Mountain Climbing, Trekking, Walking tour, Wildlife

Scafell Pike the Easy Route to Conquer the Mountain for Yourself

January 11, 2021 by TrueFreedomSeekersLeave a Comment

Busy summit cairn at the top of Scafell Pike

If you’ve ever wondered how you can climb Scafell Pike in the Lake District the easy way then this route will guide you along the way. You don’t have to be fearful of this mighty beast of a mountain.  Just look at it like making an acquaintance with a new friend. And by the time you reach the summit, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear. Knowing that you made it to the top of England. Where to park for your route up Scafell Pike So let's kick … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: England, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Village, Walking tour

The Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip

December 3, 2020 by Rik BloomLeave a Comment

2020 has been about as disastrous a year as you could imagine from a travel perspective. Let’s be honest, even as things gradually start returning to some approximation of normality, the idea of jumping on and off planes is still not the most attractive one right now. Yet in the face of adversity comes opportunity, and one thing that many of us have been able to do this year is to explore different types of travel, perhaps taking a closer look at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Art, Australia, Beach, Casino, Culture, Desert, Flowers, History, Italy, Journey, Mountain Climbing, New Zealand, Nightlife, Restaurants, Road Trip, Seafood, Trekking, Wine Tasting

Accommodations With Unique Architecture in Norway

December 1, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

Norway has the last few years seen a growth in fascinating architecture and design. This has also happened with accommodation all over the country, where you now can sleep, eat, find exciting culture, history and participate in exciting adventures – or simply get away from it all and relax and contemplate, or practice the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv. Here you will find a list of some of the most recent additions. FLOKEHYTTENE The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Bicycle, Culture, Fishing, Fjord, Food and Wine, Glacier, Hiking, History, Lodge, Mountain Climbing, Norway, Restaurants, River Rafting, Romantic, Scuba Diving, Wildlife

Five Gorgeous European Destinations to Visit

November 29, 2020 by Faisal ButtLeave a Comment

In the light of strict COVID-19 restrictions, tourists are searching for places away from the crowded cities. We are longing for nature, large open spaces, and, more importantly, freedom. Itineraries have changed for international travelers, and cities hardly end up on travel lists. Globe trotters are preferring places with pinewood forests and large tracts of farmland over the glitz and glamour of city life. Europe has a lot more to offer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Beach, Bicycle, Cell Phone, Chile, Europe, Farming, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, Portugal, Resort, Scuba Diving

The 5 Best Things to Do at the Grand Canyon

November 17, 2020 by Ivana Turkovic1 Comment

The steep, red walls of the Grand Canyon are as iconic as it gets. Miles upon miles of epic hiking trails, photo-ops that look like snapshots of a different world and unruly, dusty wilderness just begging to be explored are just the tip of the iceberg. The Colorado River has chiseled this legendary 270-mile long canyon into something that has to be seen to be believed — the Grand Canyon is a must-visit, there’s no doubt about it, and here is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Bridges, Canyon, Colorado, Cruising, Grand Canyon, Hiking, History, Mountain Climbing, Walking tour, Waterfall

Ice Cave, New Mexico – October 2020

October 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

This is one of the most intriguing natural formations we have come across in our travels around the country and the planet. Located near the Continental Divide off of Highway 53 - the dirt road leading to the parking lot is about 1/2 a mile (12000 Ice Caves Rd). A small gift shop greets visitors when they exit their vehicles - also a 'gemstone sluice' with running water is located here (inquire about panning prices within the shop) and a small … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Caves, Mexico, Mountain Climbing, New Mexico, Shopping Mall, Volcano

Must Visit Tourist Attractions in Morocco

September 29, 2020 by Eva ThalerLeave a Comment

Even if you’re an experienced traveler, this country will impress you. It is located in the north of Africa and was developed by the influence of diverse cultures. For starters, the country borders the Atlantic ocean and the Mediterranean sea. In the north of Morocco, there is Spain that can be reached via Gibraltar. In the south, there is the impressive Sahara Desert. Raised between Europe and the biggest hot desert in the world, this Arabic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, America, Arabic, Architecture, Art, Beach, Castle, Culinary travel, Desert, Europe, Food and Wine, History, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, Portugal, Sahara Desert, Spain, Travel Insurance, Trekking

The 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim

September 23, 2020 by Rob Oosterwijk2 Comments

Step out of your comfort zone and view the delights of the world around you. Here we take you on a tour of Sikkim, a small state in the northeast of India that is bordered with Tibet. Sikkim is a visual pleasure that marries mountainous terrains with the simple life. This place is more than a window to the Himalayas as you are about to discover. We share with you the Top 10 Best Things to do in Sikkim. You will discover new lands, culture, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Casino, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Fashion, Garden, Helicopter, Hiking, Himalayas, History, India, Internet, Mountain Climbing, Resort, Sports, Trekking, Walking tour, Wildlife

A Different Burgundy

August 30, 2020 by Cecile RiphagenLeave a Comment

After months of working remotely, tending the garden and repairing fences, early May allowed us to travel further than the restricted one kilometre from our house in Burgundy, France. Although the authorities still imposed restrictions to travel, we took an old fashioned map and drew a circle of 100 kilometres, the distance allowed, to find out where we could go exploring. Burgundy is famous for its wine, rolling fields and beautiful villages … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Chile, Food and Wine, France, Garden, Internet, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Ski Trip, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 65
  • Next Page »
Follow @DaveDTC

Get FREE Email Updates

Categories

Latest Posts

  • From Dawn to Dusk, a Day in the Life in The Last S…
  • Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas
  • Busy summit cairn at the top of Scafell PikeScafell Pike the Easy Route to Conquer the Mountai…
  • The Spirit of Columbia
  • Letting it all out at Inle Lake, Myanmar

Explore

  • Above the Clouds
  • Guides
  • Highlight of the Month
  • Interviews
  • Journals
  • Press Releases
  • Videos

Prepare

  • Book Reviews
  • Pack List
  • Quiz: Geography
  • Quiz: Travel
  • Tour Booking
  • Travel Insurance
  • Travel Products

Share

  • Contribute
  • Forums
  • Links
  • Photos

About

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Contributors
  • Email Dave
  • Media Coverage
  • Media Kit
Hi I'm Dave. After a life changing trip in 1996, I began this site as a creative outlet to educate, inspire and share travel experiences. Read more...
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • Vimeo
  • YouTube

Return to top of page
Copyright © 1996-2020 Dave's Travel Corner · All Rights Reserved · Log in

7ads6x98y
X
Sign Up for FREE Email Updates