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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 (180 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 1,200+ 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".

Sihpromatum, I Grew My Boobs in China, by Savannah Grace

October 15, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

What were you doing at age 21? If you were author Savannah Grace, you were writing your first book - a well written, engaging tale that takes readers on the very first few months of her family's trip abroad. Kicking and screaming at the tender age of 14, she is dragged out the door of the world as she knows it. This trip is her first time out of the country (Canada), at that age she has a strong dislike for reading books, has no interest in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Canada, China, Culture, Desert, Food and Wine, Interview, Road Trip

Hiking Mt. Hollywood & Endeavor Appearance

October 12, 2012 by Dave5 Comments

I had another epic few days in Los Angeles. As like nearly all my visits to town, this one was a whirlwind event filled few days. I was invited by LA City Councilman Tom LaBonge on a hike of Mt. Hollywood to honor the London summer olympics as well as the closing of summer. This is a great hike - 1.5 miles to the summit nearly all up hill. The day was hot, the day was clear - I sweated as I climbed with fellow travelers @michelleyam and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Alaska, Art, California, Hiking, Hollywood, London, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Traffic

Combine vacations with Chichen Itza history, Guest post

October 11, 2012 by Dave5 Comments

For the past few decades, one of the leading destinations for Americans and Europeans wanting Mexico vacations has been Cancun. The now-popular resort metropolis on the Yucatan peninsula was a sleepy fishing village until the Mexican government decided to promote it just a few short years ago. Today, it is one of the more famous tropical locations in the world. Cancun is located in the relatively new province of Quintana Roo. The area of the city … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Architecture, Beach, Castle, Fishing, Golf, History, Mexico, Mountain Climbing, Rainforest, Resort, Restaurants, Riviera, Trekking, Village, Yucatan Peninsula

Savannah Grace: Author & Traveler

October 9, 2012 by Dave6 Comments

From 2005 through 2009 Savannah traveled the world with her family. We recently came across her book and were fascinated by her travels, details from the road and depth of writing. Recently we had the opportunity to ask her a number of questions about her travels, first book and upcoming plans.   Q. Tell us a little about yourself and how you first decided to write "Sihpromatum, I Grew My Boobs in China". My name is Savannah … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Asia, Australia, Bicycle, Bridges, Canada, Canyon, China, Culture, Egypt, Ethiopia, Europe, Family Travel, Film, History, Iran, Iraq, Journey, Lifestyle, River Rafting

Travel Unscripted

October 8, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Travel Unscripted by Mark Murphy is just that, a sort of travelogue - free flowing stories based on many of Mark's International trips and adventures. And yes, Mark is probably in planes more often then he likes to admit. These tales range from China to Russia, from the Middle East to Asia. He writes of engaging stories that can only be experienced while "on the road". Spontaneity: from continuing to bump into a beautiful dark haired stranger … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Airport, Asia, Cambodia, China, Russia

Greetings from Sofia, Bulgaria

October 8, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

The image blazed in my mind of my several stays in the Bulgarian capital from the past few weeks comes from several sightings of a wheelchair bound heavily bearded homeless man. I first came across him several weeks ago - he was perched on the sidewalk surrounded by metal garbage containers and piles of trash all around him. The stench was tremendous. His wheelchair contained a large tray and on it was quite a spread of people's half eaten … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bulgaria, Food and Wine, Trekking, Walking tour

A day in Skopje, Macedonia

October 4, 2012 by Dave3 Comments

Author in front of massive Alexander the Great Memorial

Skopje is a very interesting city - I was here a few weeks ago but this time I actually had a little bit of time to kill and explore the city. 16 years is a long time but that is when I first met my 3rd online friend back in the mid 1990's - using a program called ICQ (precursor to a number of the instant message programs or built in SMS programs all over the internet these days). She is from Bitola Macedonia, now living in Skopje and we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bridges, Food and Wine, Internet, Macedonia, Museum, Restaurants, Wine Tasting

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

by Dave · 2 Comments

Located in beautiful East Tennessee, Gatlinburg is a friendly mountain resort town known for its charming wedding chapels, cozy mountain cabins, family-friendly attractions, local moonshine, fall foliage, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park – the most visited national park in the U.S. With so much to do and see, it’s a top pick for honeymoons and romantic trips, reunions, church retreats, family vacations, girls’ weekends, father-son … [Read more...]

Parrot Learning Digital Audio Pen Reader

October 1, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

Parrot Learning Digital Audio Pen Reader (Reviewed: Oct 2012) Who would have thought a talking pen could help make learning a language easier! Introducing the "Chinese Talking Travel Guidebook" from Parrot Learning. We have taken a number of trips to either Hong Kong or mainland China and in advance of another trip to the mainland - we've been using this guidebook in anticipation of our trip. Chinese, like other Asian languages is a tonal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: China, Hong Kong

Secrets Resort, Wild Orchid – Jamaica – October 2012

October 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

This classy adults only resort is located in Montego Bay or as the locals say, "Mo Bay" and opened in early 2010. This is the type of resort that has strong appeal to couples, especially those deeply in love on honeymoons or those wanting romantic getaways. 350 luxury suites, and the all inclusive feel that this resort delivers is a vacation waiting for those who just want to be pampered. Choose from 8 restaurants, a number of bars, great … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Cell Phone, Drinking, Jamaica, Resort, Restaurants, Romantic, Secrets Resort, Spa

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