Las Vegas is cool for all types of travelers and this guide put out by Moon Handbooks reveals all that this shimmering city has to offer. It is packed with information about hotels, restaurants, casinos, maps - you name it! Nice accompanying photos are displayed of select locations. Suggested itineraries are also provided. A must read for anyone planning a trip to Vegas. Purchase this book now! Las Vegas has many tourism websites. Several … [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".
Baiyoke Tower II, Bangkok – February 2004
Baiyoke Tower II Bangkok - This is the second tallest building in all of Thailand (now that the Ritz Carlton Residences has been built - slightly taller). Baiyoke Tower II is located at 222 Rajprarop Road, Rajthevee in Bangkok's CBD. To get to the top you will have to take 3 separate elevators. Should you choose to walk the stairs from the bottom it will take you over an hour! Be sure to try the dinner buffet on the 78th floor. You are surrounded … [Read more...]
Tropical Fruit Farm, Malaysia – January 2004
Tropical Fruit Farm Malaysia - This fruit farm is located on Penang Island west of the city of Penang Malaysia's 2nd largest city. This fruit farm contains over 200 varieties of tropical fruit, and since its almost always "summer" in Malaysia there will be always fruit that you can taste. Tours take about 1 hour and the guide walks you through most of the 25 acres describing the fruit trees and picking fruit for you to taste. At the end of … [Read more...]
Kopan Monastery, Nepal – December 2003
Kopan Monastery Nepal - The Kopan Monastery is a very special place located in the terraced rice steppes just above the Kathmandu valley. The monastery is high enough in the foothills of the Himalayas that it can be seen for miles around. This active monastery is home to 360 monks and is a mecca for foreign visitors from around the world. Meditation and other courses are offered year round - full room and board provided at a reasonable cost. … [Read more...]
Modesto Fruit Stands
"Fruiting" in the summertime in the Modesto area is a favorite past-time of mine. This usually involves driving from fruit stand to fruit stand pricing and picking out favorite fruits. I only do this in the afternoon because part of the experience is fruiting in the hottest part of the day. Temperatures in the 100's are ideal for this activity. This section explains the different kinds of "fruiting", gives information for how to "fruit" and … [Read more...]
Dave’s Travel Corner Announces Travel Essay Contest
(11/8/03) Looking to share your travels with others? Do you enjoy writing? Look no further. Dave's Travel Corner is holding a travel essay contest. Content The essay must be written by you and it must be about something that inspired you on one of your travels. It could be about a particular place, a person, a country, a culture or any other number of things that may have inspired you on your travels. Requirements At least 1000 words - … [Read more...]
Dave’s Travel Corner Launches New Look
(11/8/03) Dave's Travel Corner has launched a completely new look for the website. This is the 3rd time since 1996 when Dave's Travel corner was founded that the site has been redesigned. The new format includes a new layout, design and overall improved organization. The travel articles have been reorganized and a table of contents now appears on each page of the article. This provides improved maneuverability between all sections of each … [Read more...]
House of Blues, Las Vegas – November 2003
House of Blues Las Vegas - For a crazy intense fun filled time try the House of Blues, Las Vegas located in the great Mandalay Bay Resort at the south end of Vegas's famous "strip". This is serious partying at its pinnacle. Often crowded, always noisy, upbeat and fresh, the House of Blues is sure to leave a memorable impression. Bands range from legendary performers to newer acts who have a bright future ahead of them in addition to the … [Read more...]
Wagon Wheel Saloon, Santa Rosa CA – October 2003
Wagon Wheel Saloon Santa Rosa - This unique and almost historical bar is located in the midst of sprawling Urban Development in North Santa Rosa, CA. This old time bar remains despite all the development in the area including the fancy residential and business park in the Fountaingrove District in the nearby hills and tiny homes that back up almost to the bar itself. This bar is not short on character and it is worth a visit for that. To … [Read more...]
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Angkor Wat is arguably one of the top man-made architectural destinations in the world. Over 100 temples form the entire complex. The main temples are surrounded by an imposing square moat which completely encircles the complex. The primary entrance is raised above the moat - pictures from this entrance are of the classic Angkor Wat pagodas that grace the covers of guide books. Rich in Khmer history, it is worth some time reading about this … [Read more...]
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