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Dave is an international travel writer and founder of Dave’s Travel Corner, a premier travel resource since 1996. He is well traveled (175 countries & territories); while on the road he enjoys the outdoors, backpacking, mountain climbing, meeting people, and experiencing other cultures.

Combining these interests with his expertise in technology, photography and writing, he shares his adventures on Dave’s Travel Corner and in select media outlets. Dave is most at home in Bangkok, Los Angeles, the Napa Valley or California’s Sierra Nevada mountains.

In 2006, he conceived the Napa Wine Project., a challenging endeavor to visit, taste with and extensively write about every winery in Napa Valley, California. He has now completed 1000+ visits and written reviews of Napa wineries & producers.

His first book titled 'The Freeways of Los Angeles' was published in 2010.

He is a big proponent of experiential travel, valuing experiences far above "things".

Wine, Dine and Unwind this February During Walla Walla Restaurant Month

February 5, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

(WALLA WALLA, Wash.) — A visit to Walla Walla is a great idea in any month, but February holds a special place as the valley's agricultural prowess and acclaimed culinary scene take center stage during the 12th Annual Walla Walla Restaurant Month. The month-long celebration of food — and, of course, wine — will bring chef-curated prix fixe menu offerings, wine and wine tasting specials, attractive lodging packages, and much more to the unofficial … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Alaska, Animal Rescue, Beer, Bridges, Coffee, Drinking, Food and Wine, Mediterranean, Resort, Restaurants, Seattle, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Cafe Artisanal Cirpes, Colombia – February 2023

February 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

While not native to Colombia, coffee is now an important agricultural crop within the counry. Not on any map, but located about 25 minutes from Guatape, this 4.5 hectare coffee farm is perched on a steep hillside far above the Guatape River. Accessible only by foot or a sturdy Jeep, the road to get here is steep and extremely rocky at times. From the main road, the road leading to the coffee farm is about 1km (almost all downhill going and uphill … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Coffee, Colombia, Harvest

A Most Memorable Experience: Swimming with Pigs in the Bahamas

February 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

One of the activities synonymous with visiting the Bahamas is swimming with pigs. I have long heard about this, especially during multiple trips to the Bahamas over the past several years. Prior to our latest trip to the Bahamas, the closest I've ever come to swimming with pigs was wading with swimming pigs in the remote Tuamotu Islands in French Polynesia. So, when I was invited by EMBRACE Resort in remote Staniel Cay in the Exumas to join … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airport, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Food and Wine, Golf, Paradise, Resort, Sand, South Pacific

Wild Birds by Daniel Baylis

February 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Author Daniel Bayless was enjoying a permanent full-time position at an in-flight magazine accompanied by a decent salary. He soon made an offer on a condominium. He was at a point in life when he began to think about settling down. This all changed and he altered his plans when he was blindsided by his cousin's unexpected death at age 26. This book is a detailed personal reflection about Daniel’s experiences on the Israel National Trail, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspirational Books · Tagged: Caves, Chile, Dancing, Desert, Hiking, Israel, Mountain Climbing, Spain

Dig Into Comstock Caviar at Virginia City’s 32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry

January 22, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Dig Into Comstock Caviar at Virginia City’s 32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry Tasty testes take over the historic town Saturday, March 11, 2023 VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. (January 2023) – There’s no better way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day weekend than a place that honors its Irish heritage all year long. This spring, go nuts in Virginia City, Nevada, with the 32nd annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, set for Saturday, March 11, 2023. Here chefs … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, History, Nevada, Oyster, Saloon, Virginia

Helsinki’s growing reputation as a world-class food city

January 20, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Helsinki has a lively and high-quality food culture that is still not fully recognised internationally. The goal of the City of Helsinki's new food strategy is to highlight the Finnish capital’s unique food offerings and promote Helsinki as a world-class food city. Food will also be a central theme at the Matka Nordic Travel Fair on 20-22 January 2023. Helsinki's food story will also be shared to the world by the restaurant Finnjävel's pop-up at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bakeries, Chocolate, Culinary travel, Culture, Europe, Food and Wine, London, Restaurants, Seafood

This Winter Visit Some of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Yucatán

January 12, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Photo courtesy of Yucatan's Ministry of Tourism. Mérida, Yucatán, January, 2023.- Looking to escape extreme weather this winter? With an average temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit, the state of Yucatán offers the ideal climate for holiday season seaside vacations. Yucatán's pristine beaches have been awarded "Platinum Beach" by the Mexican Institute for Standardization and Certification, joining the select list of the best strands in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beach, Biosphere, Caribbean, Christmas, Culture, Fishing, Food and Wine, Holiday Season, Mexico, Museum, Palm Trees, Paradise, Rainforest, Sailing, Sand, Sports, Tropical Paradise, Wildlife, Yucatan Peninsula

Finding Inspiration in Southern Spain and Morocco

January 9, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

I have been fortunate to have visited Spain a number of times, both for wine related business but also to satisfy my wanderlust and ongoing search for ideal weather. I've always timed my visits to avoid the summer months so as not to experience high temperatures and summer crowds. I've found one of my favorite times of year to visit is in late Spring. During my first visit to Spain, I flew into Madrid and quenched my appetite both for food, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Australia, Beach, Caves, Desert, Europe, Food and Wine, History, Jordan, Markets, Music, Passport, Restaurants, Road Trip, Sahara Desert, Shopping Mall

Reaching Paradise, EMBRACE Resort Staniel Cay Bahamas

January 1, 2023 by Dave2 Comments

Dodging clouds, discovering sunshine in between and finding inspiration below I found myself on a tiny 12-seat prop plane on my way from Nassau to Staniel Cay (note that 'cay' is always pronounced as 'key') in the Bahamas. The captain briefly announced our flight plan; 28 minutes to Black Point Cay to drop off a few passengers and then a quick 5-minute flight from there to Staniel Cay. There are not many passengers on board; these planes are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Canada, Caribbean, Coffee, Drinking, Food and Wine, Golf, Honeymoon, Journey, London, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Sand

Flying Pig Cafe, Embrace Resort Staniel Cay, Bahamas – January 2023

January 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

After an hour flight from Miami to Nassau, catch a 30-minute puddle jumper on Flamingo Air or Titan Air to the airstrip at beautiful Staniel Cay. Or simply fly to Staniel Cay nonstop from Fort Lauderdale. Once you arrive, you will be picked up in a golf cart by one of the friendly staff at EMBRACE Resort for the several minute ride to the Flying Pig Cafe. This is the latest restaurant to open on tiny Staniel Cay (one of 365 islands in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bahamas, Beach, Coffee, Drinking, Golf, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall

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