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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".

Power Bar 4200

September 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Power Bar 4200 (Reviewed: Sep 2012) is the latest product by by FatCatGear - this tiny battery pack uses the latest in ultra-thin lithium polymer technology. It is small but it packs a punch as far as battery life - advertised as typically more than twice the charge of a normal smart phone battery. This we had to test out - the battery life on our iPhone is less than desirable. We drained our iPhone to below the 10% warning - charged and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: Drinking, iPhone, Technology

Ten Finalists Chosen: 2012 Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Contest

September 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Ten Finalists Chosen For 2012 Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Contest Public Voting Begins for 11th Annual Contest   Will America’s next Best Restroom be the result of a multi-million dollar renovation to the nation’s largest natural outdoor amphitheater, and set against picturesque iconic Hollywood Hills? Or will Sin City’s most luxurious loo, a sprawling 2,000 square foot space inside Vegas’ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, earn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Architecture, Arizona, Art, Britain, California, Casino, Celebrity, Chicago, Culinary travel, Drinking, England, Euro, Flea Market, Flowers, Hollywood, Hong Kong, Illinois, Journey, Los Angeles

Symphony of Lights, Hong Kong – September 2012

September 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Symphony of Lights is a must visit free attraction that involves more than 40 buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbor (buildings on Kowloon as well as Hong Kong Island). The tallest building in Hong Kong, the Two International Finance Centre, at 415 m (1,360 ft) also plays a role in this light show. According to the Guinness book of world records, it is the world's Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show". There are excellent views from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Hong Kong, Tallest Building, Walking tour

Club Med Villages at a Glance, Guest Post

September 1, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

No two destinations are exactly the same, so it's no surprise that Club Med villages have stayed away from a "cookie cutter" model. There are a few items you'll find at every village and many different types of villages to choose from. What You'll Find at Every Village CM has been around since the 1950s, and in that time have established a more-than-just-popular resort routine. Here are some elements you'll find in every village. GOs: The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Travel · Tagged: Beach, Club Med, Dancing, Drinking, Eco Resorts, Family Resorts, Golf, Resort, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Singles Resorts, Ski Trip, Spa, Sports, Village

Pele’s Castle and the Dracula Castle

August 31, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

Today I toured the mountainous countryside about 2-3 hours outside of Bucharest. Two highlights of the day: Pele's castle is one of the most amazing castles in the country. It is the former home of the Romanian Royal Family (all originally from Germany). The small town of Bran is the home of the "Dracula's Castle" the castle that played a role in the inspiration for Bram Stoker's book Dracula. "Dracula" has very little to do with Romanian … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Castle, Germany, History

Exploring Bucharest

August 26, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

After a quick glimpse and walk around old town at 7am in the morning - this part of Bucharest seems to be old world meets construction zone. Apparently this part of Bucharest is seeing a revitalization of sorts - not sure where the money is coming from for this but there are a number of major projects in this part of town including businesses remodeling their own buildings in the middle of the old city. As someone I met last night mentioned, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Beach, Culture, India, Mountain Climbing, Village, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Hundreds of volunteers made Oakland kids’ dreams come true

August 23, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Children at the Community School for Creative Education in Oakland saw their ideal play space designs become reality on Saturday, August 18. In just six hours, the “my dream playground” posters the kids had drawn were transformed into a creative, colorful play environment. Teams of volunteers assembled a steel and plastic playground structure with a twisted slide, monkey bars and lots of components for climbing and exploring. Some built a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, America, Animal Rescue, Art, California, Flowers, Food and Wine, Los Angeles, Louisiana, Music, New Orleans, New York City, Oakland, San Francisco, Spain, Volunteer, Wildlife

Second Annual Baja California Culinary Fest

August 23, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Oct. 11-14 Foodie Extravaganza Highlights Region’s Quintessential Cuisine and Wines TIJUANA, Mexico, Aug. 22, 2012 – The second annual Baja California Culinary Fest will celebrate the region’s artisan fare and premium wines in cities throughout Northern Baja on Oct. 11-14. Featuring special dinners, interactive events, cooking classes, competitions and entertainment, the region’s bountiful ingredients will take center stage with special guest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Baja California, Beach, Bicycle, California, Caves, Culinary travel, Culture, Farming, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, Mediterranean, Mexico, Portugal, Sailing, San Diego, Seafood, Tuscany, Wine Tasting

No Rest & Relaxation on these travels!

August 21, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

The screaming followed me across the pond and then did not let up as I hopped across the old world from the United Kingdom to Romania. The first screamer shed no tears for the 10 hour flight - rather he hit every note in the key of F sharp and was a persistent little bugger. Lesser children would have killed it a few hours into the flight. After 10 hours this young chap was going strong wailing like a banshee. Unfortunately he was seated right … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Above the Clouds, Europe · Tagged: Airport, Britain, Bus Travel, England, Romania

The World’s Best Street Food

August 20, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

The World's Best Street Food by Tom Parker Bowles Ever wondered how you could get hold of a recipe for your favorite dessert street food that perhaps you sampled at some random market in New Delhi? Or perhaps that Ceviche you enjoyed on the streets of Lima Peru? This book contains 100 recipes written by food writers located around the world. The foods are simply organized into two sections in this book; savory and sweet. Recipes are not … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Culinary Books · Tagged: Dessert, Food and Wine, Jamaica, Lima Peru, Peru, Street Food, Thailand

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