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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".

Internet in China

April 22, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Greetings from China - is interesting to see what is and isn't blocked over here. Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, Youtube and other social networking sites are blocked. Having a remote server helps as I can telnet into the box and then load up any of those sites as necessary. Would be nice to capture some of the world's largest Internet market but non Chinese sites aren't visited that much...yet. Shortest blog post on DTC! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: China, Internet

Wazzamba Celebrates 50th Travel Prize Giveaway

April 21, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Virtual World Players Can Win Real-World Romantic DreamTrip to Venice Zug, Switzerland - April 21, 2010 - Wazzamba, the first online virtual world to give away real-world travel prizes, has announced a contest for a romantic trip for two to Venice, Italy in celebration of the company's 50th prize giveaway. Wazzamba launched in January and has been awarding one trip each week to the highest scoring Free Member and three trips per week to its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bridges, Canals, Frankfurt, Italy, Music, Romantic, Sailing, Switzerland, Venice

Family Fun at the Forum Shops at Caesars this Summer

April 21, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

World-Renowned Shopping Experience Offers Activities for Every Member of the Family LAS VEGAS (April 2010) - This summer, families flocking to Las Vegas will want to visit The Forum Shops at Caesars for myriad attractions. Just the sheer number of stores at The Forum Shops will keep kids eyes roving. Below is a list of additional attractions for families: The Atlantis Aquarium: The 50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium stocked with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Aquarium, Chocolate, Fashion, Festival, History, Jordan, Mediterranean, New York City, Pennsylvania, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sports, Walking tour

Kon Tiki

April 21, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Kon Tiki by Thor Heyerdahl An incredible journey of over 4000 nautical miles by Thor & friends on a hand built balsa raft. They left from Callao, Peru and arrived in the South Pacific. On this journey, Thor explores the social dynamics of the group on the small raft, provides insights into the long days and long nights with just the ocean as your home. This story also makes the argument that this journey was possible thousands of years … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspirational Books · Tagged: Journey, Peru, South Pacific, Whitewater Rafting

Free Golf & Family Fun

April 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Free Golf & Family Fun - Marriott Golf's International Family golf Festival Returns to 30 Destinations Worldwide Golfing Families Are Invited To Marriott Properties For A FUN Day Of FREE Golf Activities & Instruction ORLANDO, Fla. - April 19, 2010 Marriott Golf, one of the world's premier golf operators, is once again reaching out to families all over the world and promoting 'togetherness in golf.' Today, Marriott Golf announced its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Britain, Costa Rica, Desert, Edinburgh, England, Festival, Golf, Ireland, Mallorca, Orlando, Resort, Spa, Spain

Crowne Plaza Times Square Ensures You’ll Always Remember Your First Time

April 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Two-Night "First Time in New York" Package Makes Manhattan Memories New York, April 20, 2010 - Armchair travelers who for years have seen New York City's myriad attractions through a lens on everything from "Law & Order," "Sex and the City," "Seinfeld" and "Ugly Betty" to (most of ) Woody Allen's films, "Ghostbusters" and "Sex in the City," the movie, but have not ventured into the five boroughs, are now enabled by the Crowne Plaza Times … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bus Travel, Chocolate, Culinary travel, Drinking, Empire State Building, History, Museum, Natural History, New York City, Times Square

“Gods of Angkor” at the Sackler Gallery Presents Bronze Masterworks

April 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Museum Partnership Creates Cambodia's First Metal Conservation Laboratory The enduring significance of bronze in Cambodian culture is the theme of "Gods of Angkor: Bronzes from the National Museum of Cambodia," the first international exhibition to focus specifically on the skills and achievements of Khmer bronze casters. On view at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery from May 15 through Jan. 23, 2011, the exhibition features magnificent bronze … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Asia, Cambodia, Culture, Festival, Film, Los Angeles, Museum

Vote for the Perfect Summer Vacation Package – and win it! Shell Vacations

April 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Shell Vacations Hospitality Hosts Its First Ultimate Summer Vacation Contest, Inviting Travelers to Create Their Perfect Getaway and Enjoy Their Favorite Resorts on Sale for Summer PHOENIX, ARIZ. (April 20, 2010) - The days grow longer, flowers spring plentiful and the sunshine smiles on travelers: all signs that summer is quickly approaching. And, for most families, this means that the time has come to plan the annual summer vacation. From … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Arizona, Beach, Bicycle, California, Canada, Canyon, Desert, Disneyland, Dolphin, England, Flowers, Golf, Grand Canyon, Hawaii, Lodge, Mexico, Napa Valley, Nevada, New Hampshire, Romantic

The Action Hero’s Handbook

April 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Action Hero's Handbook by David & Joe Borgenich This ultimate action hero book, provides all the info you will ever need to rise above the masses and become a true action hero. Lists many different scary scenarios and pitfalls and provides the necessary avoidance and escape instructions. Chapters are organized by the following: good guy skills, love skills, paranormal skills, fighting skills, and escape skills. Excellent descriptive … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Action Books · Tagged: Wedding

VisitEngland Spotlights Quintessentially English Experiences As Country Celebrates its National Day

April 19, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

St George's Day on April 23 Marks Anniversary of the Death of England's Patron Saint, As well as the Birthday of World-Famous English Bard William Shakespeare New York City (April 19, 2010) - VisitEngland, the official tourism body for England, is highlighting events and activities quintessentially English as the country prepares to celebrate St George's Day on April 23, England's national day remembering its patron saint St George. According … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bridges, Britain, Castle, Cruising, Culture, England, Festival, Film, History, London, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Music, National Park, Natural History, New York City, Paradise, Spa

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