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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".

Governor Crist Announces Free Saltwater Fishing Weekends

May 28, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

~ Memorial Day weekend and opening weekend for red snapper will be free for Floridians and visitors to the Sunshine State ~ PENSACOLA (May 28, 2010) - Governor Charlie Crist today announced two free fishing weekends to help draw visitors to the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine State. Both residents and nonresidents in Florida can fish for saltwater species around the state without a license during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, May 29 to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Beach, Fishing, Florida, Seafood, Wildlife

Exploring the Diversity of Hawaii’s Big Island

May 28, 2010 by Dave2 Comments

We boarded the plane leaving for Kona behind a clean cut well-dressed businessman toting a RollAboard with a book tucked in tightly in the back. Only one word of the title showed, "sex" and this apparently caught the eye of a number of travelers as we heard hints of conversation and chuckles from behind us. But no one had the guts to actually ask this traveler for more details, juicy or otherwise. For those who know me, know the serious … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, California, Desert, Flowers, Hawaii, Hiking, National Park, New Zealand, Paradise, Rainforest, Restaurants, Sand, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Tropical Fruit, Walking tour, Wildlife

LAX Officials Forecast Slight Increase in Passengers for Memorial Day and Summer

May 27, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air travelers passing through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) over Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer can expect busy passenger terminals and mostly full flights due to an increase in travel demand. During the upcoming four-day Memorial Day weekend, approximately 769,000 travelers are expected, an increase of 5.3 percent compared to 2009, with the busiest travel days on Friday, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bus Travel, California, Canada, Connecticut, Culinary travel, Delta Airlines, Drinking, Hollywood, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Restaurants, Rome

Universal Studios re-opens New York…

May 27, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood's Legacy Continues: Completion of New York Street Ushers in a New Era for the Studio Tour (May 27, 2010) Today was a historic day at Universal Studios Hollywood as Ron Meyer, President and Coo, Universal Studios, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Steven Spielberg, L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Chief Deputy Daryl Osby and Ret. Fire Chief Doug Barry, we're joined by such guests as Jonah Hill, Christopher Lloyd and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Film, History, Hollywood, London, New York City, Paris, Universal Studios

LAX International Tom Bradley Terminal Re-Opens

May 26, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

$737-Million LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal Renovation Completed in Time and Under Budget Terminal Upgrades Reduce Congestion, Improve Passenger Convenience and Safety LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Los Angeles Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa was joined today by City Councilmembers Bill Rosendahl, Janice Hahn and Tom LaBonge, airport commissioners, airlines and business leaders in a ceremony to commemorate the completion … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Art, Asia, Bridges, California, Culture, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Technology

New Yak Pak Travel Bags Released

May 25, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Are you plagued by luggage confusion? Do you stare at the river of black and blue bags as it winds around the baggage claim only to realize that what you thought was yours was just another luggage look-a-like? If you're tired of baggage befuddlement, Yak Pak has launched a new family of travel bags including a three piece rolling luggage set in the company's spirited, signature prints the heart of which brings each Yak Pak to life. These … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Fashion

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Beach Hotel Set to Open, Pensacola Beach

May 25, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

"IT'S NOT JUST A HOTEL, IT'S A STATE OF MIND." FINS UP PENSACOLA JIMMY BUFFETT'S NEW MARGARITAVILLE BEACH HOTEL SET TO OPEN THIS SUMMER IN PENSACOLA BEACH, FL. (MAY 2010) - Pensacola Beach, FL. - Margaritaville and Little Sabine, Inc. are pleased to announce the world's first Margaritaville Beach Hotel opening this summer on the pristine white sands of Pensacola Beach, Florida. As President of Little Sabine, Inc., Marilyn Hess was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Beach, Culinary travel, Drinking, Florida, Gulf Shores, History, Key West, Lifestyle, Mexico, Music, Panama City, Paradise, Restaurants, Road Trip, Sand, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Polish People-to-People Partnership Celebrates American Roots and a 20-Year Run

May 25, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

(MAY 2010) - Over 2,600 American volunteers are credited for helping write a prosperous new chapter for Polish students through an innovative English teaching program. Working in service teams of 10 to 15, for two or three weeks at a time, volunteers from states across the nation lent their conversational skills to rural classrooms in central and southern Poland out of friendship. Siedlce Governor Zygmunt Wielogorski wants the country to know … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, America, Asia, Auschwitz, Central America, Culture, Dancing, Europe, Farming, Ice Cream, Music, Napa Valley, Poland, Technology, Village, Volunteer

Steinhatchee Landing Resort Welcomes Scallop Seekers

May 24, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Big Bend Area Gulf Waters Open, Scallop Season Begins July 1 STEINHATCHEE, Fla. (May 24, 2010) - Equal parts snorkeling, hunting for hidden treasure and saltwater fishing, scalloping is a can't-miss summer event in Florida's Big Bend. The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill has left the Steinhatchee area unaffected thus far and Steinhatchee Landing Resort, a family-style, riverfront vacation retreat, welcomes scallop seekers for a busy 2010 scallop … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Fishing, Florida, Harvest, Mexico, Orlando, Resort, River Rafting, Spa, Summer Travel

Maui Photo Festival

May 22, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

(Photo 1) David Watersun IMAGE - David Rose, acclaimed celebrity photographer, instructs attendees and model Joe Siofele at the 2009 Maui Photo Festival, during his Hawaii photography workshop, 'The Ultimate Location Photo Shoot.' (Photo 2) Alexei Merk IMAGE - New Maui resident Alexei Merk captured this West Maui sunset during the 2009 Maui Photo Festival & Workshops. Merk earned an honorable mention and free admission to the 2010 Maui Photo … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beach, Celebrity, Festival, Hawaii, Helicopter, Photography, Resort, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Spa, Wedding

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