Unpredictable weather is one of the biggest challenges when packing for travel. One day brings sunshine and warm pavement, the next brings rain, wind, or sudden drops in temperature. Shoes that work perfectly at home can quickly feel inadequate when conditions shift mid-trip. Choosing the right travel shoes for unpredictable weather is less about finding a single perfect pair and more about understanding what features actually matter. Comfort, … [Read more...]
About Dave
http://www.davestravelcorner.com
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".
How to Minimise Screen Time When Traveling
Traveling is meant to be an eye-opening, enriching experience that elevates our mood, educates us about the world, and inspires us to visit new places. Technology is both a blessing and a curse for traveling. It can be very beneficial, helping us to plan itineraries, discover things to do, and find our way around. On the other hand, it can be a distraction and get in the way of enjoying genuine experiences. It’s easy to incorporate technology … [Read more...]
Vilnius Three-Day Light Festival Returns
Vilnius, Lithuania – January 2026 – The Vilnius Light Festival returns January 23-25, 2026, transforming Lithuania's capital into an open-air gallery of contemporary light installations across the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Now in its eighth year, the three-day event marks Vilnius' 703rd birthday and features an evening route with 24 illuminated artworks from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The festival, which happens during the darkest time of the year, … [Read more...]
Seventh Annual Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival Returns January 2026 for a Weeklong Celebration of Culinary Excellence
From Celebrity Chef-studded Signature Events to Exclusive Collab Dinners and Hands-on Classes, the 2026 Festival Features Greater Fort Lauderdale’s Creativity, Craftsmanship, and Ever-growing Reputation as a Culinary Destination FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA — The Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival (VLFWF) returns January 19–25, 2026, for its seventh annual celebration of culinary excellence in Greater Fort Lauderdale. This year’s festival … [Read more...]
The Swimming Hole
Every day around 5pm I jump on the old Honda Click scooter with the hello kitty decoration on the rubber floor boards and ride 5 mins to the only sizable watering hole in the area. This is both mental therapy, a refreshing respite from the heat and simultaneous physical therapy. Life revolves around this water, in a part of the country where during the dry season its hard to find much here. The pool is a small dam, a place where you would … [Read more...]
Nashville Sites Invites Travelers to Explore Music City Through Immersive, Self-Guided Digital Tours
Nashville, TN — Travelers looking for authentic, story-rich ways to experience Music City now have an expanding resource at their fingertips. Nashville Sites, an innovative self-guided digital tour platform, is redefining how visitors explore the city—pairing credible historical storytelling with the flexibility today’s travelers crave. What began in 2017 as a post-graduate digital humanities project by historian Dr. Mary Ellen Pethel has … [Read more...]
Tamarindos, Farm to Table San Jose del Cabo, Mexico – January 2026
This organic farm is located within a very short drive of central San Jose del Cabo on easily passable dirt roads once leaving the center of San Jose del Cabo. Alternatively, allow about 30-35 minutes walking from the center of town (generally a pleasant walk during the wintertime with roaming cows and a diversity of birds hanging around the fresh water). Founded in 2006, this farm + restaurant + cooking school is operated by Chef Enrique … [Read more...]
7 Van Essentials: What to Know Before Your First Van Trip
Road trips are the ultimate freedom in lifestyle; when I go on a road trip, I have a rough idea of my geographical coverage, but I leave the trip mostly unscripted and unplanned letting the journey unfold as circumstances dictate. Some of my favorite road trips are to California's Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains, winding my way south into the desert, especially Death Valley and the Mojave. The silence, the stillness and the remoteness of … [Read more...]
Playing Sweepstakes Casinos on the Go: Fun for Travelers
Across the Miles: Sweepstakes Fun That Travels Travel can flip a schedule during long drives, airport layovers, or last-minute changes. For military spouses and frequent travelers, small routines can help a new place feel familiar. Sweepstakes casino games fit into those gaps because they are designed for casual play on a phone or tablet. In Short: A simple setup and a few boundaries can keep on-the-go play relaxing rather than distracting. … [Read more...]
Helsinki grows as a maritime destination and a stage for culture
The new Helsinki City Strategy “A Helsinki we can be proud of” outlines the city's vision for the years 2025–2029. It presents Helsinki as a vibrant, sustainable, and open city that invests in culture, education, wellbeing, and equality. As the capital of the world’s happiest country, Finland, Helsinki strives to ensure that every child can learn, dream and reach their full potential. Helsinki’s appeal as an international travel destination is … [Read more...]