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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".

New Museums, Shopping Centers – Cool Architecture in Germany’s Magic Cities defies “Normal”

June 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Nothing is just "normal" in Germany - museums, concert halls and even shopping centers are breathtaking architectural masterpieces in the cities belonging to Germany's Magic Cities association, including Berlin, Cologne, Dresden, Duesseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Leipzig, Munich and Stuttgart. Combining form and function, cutting-edge design and attention to detail, great innovations in architecture and design from the Brandhorst Museum … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Culture, Europe, Fashion, Frankfurt, Germany, History, Italy, Journey, Museum, Music, Nightlife, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Technology

Donald Trump Honored in Gray Line New York’s “Ride of Fame” Campaign

June 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Leading NYC Tourism Company Celebrates Exemplary New Yorkers With its Bus Dedication Series New York, NY - June 2, 2010: Gray Line New York, New York City's premier double-decker bus and motorcoach tourism company, announced today that real estate mogul and New York icon, Donald Trump will be honored as the 'Ride of Fame' dedicatee. A ribbon-cutting ceremony where Trump unveils his own Gray Line New York bus with his likeness on the front of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Boston, Bus Travel, Culture, Fashion, New York City, Pennsylvania, Shopping Mall, Spain, Wildlife

Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular

June 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

The "Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular", Our Nation's Premier 4th of July Celebration to be Presented in Front of 500,000 People on the Charles River Esplanade in Boston Millions More will View the Broadcast live Sunday, July 4th (10 to 11pm EDT) on the CBS Television Network (June 2, 2010)The BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, in its 37th year, is the orchestra's annual free outdoor Fourth of July concert and is sponsored by Liberty Mutual … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Boston, Fireworks, Music, Travel Insurance

Off to the City of Angels…again :)

June 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

I'm off to LA in a day or two for a week of fun and researching more content for my quickly growing Los Angeles article and maybe sell some of my Freeways of Los Angeles books! There is NEVER a shortage of anything to do in the LA area and this trip will be no exception. The Annenberg Space for Photography has a large exhibit on Water until mid June - so will squeeze this in. Then going to hang out near downtown with one of the Esotouric … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Bus Travel, Esotouric, Freeways, History, Los Angeles, Museum, Natural History, Photography, Studio Tours

West Africa

June 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

I'm off to West Africa this month - looking to do a story on YCC Ghana - they are doing some very good work with education in small villages about 2 hours outside of Accra. Thanks to Lillie of AroundtheworldL.com for turning me on to this organization. Visits to Africa are never cheap esp even before the trip even takes place!... between visas and meds! Gotta get up  to date on Yellow Fever (required for even entering a number of African … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Ghana, Professional Hobo, YCC Ghana

Hitch Hiking through Jordan

June 1, 2010 by Dave2 Comments

There is the Arabic world, the Western world, the Indian world, the Asian world and the African world. we are loving every minute of our time in the Arabic world. Greetings from Dead Sea high on top of Mt. Nebo overlooking Jerusalem City and Palestine Territory. Can see lights of this old city already popping out, about 15 clicks from where we are standing. We are near the John the Baptism site and at the Moses memorial. One … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Arabic, Art, Canyon, Flowers, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Hitch Hiking, Hot springs, Israel, Jordan, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, Olives, River Rafting, Seafood, Spa, Taxi, Trekking

Hiroshima Tourist Information

June 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

(June 1, 2010) Hiroshima City is located in Western Japan. It is easily accessible via rail (Shinkansen, JR), air and highway network. It fronts the Seto Inland Sea which is famous for beautiful sight of many islands surrounded by calm sea. Hiroshima city is also referred to as the 'City of Water' for six beautiful rivers running through it. There are number of sightseeing spots, such as two World Heritage Sites (Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Asia, Cruising, Culture, Dancing, Festival, Film, History, Hollywood, Japan, Journey, Museum, Music, Restaurants, Sand, Shopping Mall, Venice, Walking tour, Wildlife

SCOTTSDALE TRAVEL NEWS: June 2010

June 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

A monthly tourism news update from the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau LARGEST MALL IN SOUTHWEST OPENING FIVE NEW STORES Still hot off the opening of Barneys New York and 18 additional stores and restaurants such as Michael Stars, Forever 21, True Religion and the country's first Microsoft store, Scottsdale Fashion Square is raising the shopping bar with five new retailers making their Arizona debut. In April 2010, Tory Burch opened … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Arizona, Art, Avocado, Beer, Chocolate, Cruising, Desert, Dessert, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, Garden, Golf, History, London, Museum, New York City, Pennsylvania, Resort, Restaurants

Kuru Shoes

June 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Kuru Shoes (Reviewed: Jun 2010)We recently wore a pair of these shoes on a trip to Hawaii. While being new these shoes hardly needed breaking in and wore wonderfully on hikes in the diverse microclimates of Maui. From running beachside on the edge of the surf to hiking at 10,000 feet on the upper slopes of Haleakala these shoes held up very well to the different rigors. Kuru shoes are lightweight, extremely comfortable, and very breathable … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Footwear Reviews · Tagged: Fashion, Hawaii, Hiking, Ski Trip

Old Dhaka, Bangladesh – June 2010

June 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Few tourists ever visit Old Dhaka Bangladesh, but for those adventurous travelers with a penchant to experience new cultures, food and acquire new experiences, than Dhaka is an excellent city for you. With over 14 million people it is rather crowded, but is fairly spread out and doesn't have that huge megalopolis city feel. Old Dhaka is located along the banks of the Sadarghat River and area of town similar in feel to Varanasi, India. Old … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Africa, Bangladesh, Culture, Food and Wine, India, Shopping Mall, Traffic

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