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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".

Visit Bonaire, Caribbean – October 2018

October 1, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Bonaire is a small mostly flat island that is part of the Netherlands' overseas territories. Along with Aruba and Curacao it makes up the ABC islands - Bonaire is by far the least developed of these three islands. Very popular with divers - there are numerous marked dive sites - especially along the Queens Highway north of Kralendijk (the primary town on the island). Many of these dive sites can be accessed directly from the shore. The island … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Caribbean, Cruising, Garden, National Park, Restaurants, Sailing, Walking tour

Wine Trails, United States & Canada by Lonely Planet

October 1, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Travelers and wine lovers get your hands on this book - forty of North America's greatest wine regions are highlighted focusing on the USA and to a lesser extent, Canada. From west coast USA and Canada to East Coast USA and a few locations in between - Lonely Planet's latest release of Wine Trails, United States & Canada offers a glimpse into these regions - highlighting select wineries and producers. Both larger established and newer wineries … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Wine Books · Tagged: America, Arizona, Canada, Food and Wine, Idaho, North America, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Men’s Spring & Summer Collection from Craghoppers

October 1, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

With a trip to Thailand planned to celebrate Songkran (the Thai New Year's festival, which thankfully involves lots of water fights during the warmest time of the year in Thailand), I grabbed a couple of lightweight clothes to wear in Thailand's notorious intense and oppressive tropical heat and humidity. One day I spotted the heat index at 115F equivalent to 46C. First up was the Craghoppers Bermera travel shirt - created with InsectShield … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Reviews · Tagged: Britain, England, Festival, Technology, Thailand

Spirit of Munich Expands in Big Bear California

September 25, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest Grows to Nine Weekends from Sept. 8 – Nov. 3 BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. – The 48th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest adds two additional dates and expands to nine weekends, which now stretches into November. The dates are September 8 – November 3, 2018. This year, Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest features three different bands direct from Germany that perform seven of the nine weekends. Also, the annual German festival … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Bakeries, Beer, Big Bear, California, Cruising, Festival, Food and Wine, Germany, Los Angeles, Music

Exploring the Medieval Village of Viviers with Viking Cruises

September 22, 2018 by Dave18 Comments

One of the many advantages of taking a river cruise in Europe is immediate access to small off the beaten path villages and experiences. This was my second river cruise with Viking - on both cruises I've maintained a balance between participating in the offered group tours and taking time to explore on my own. Today I felt like exploring at my own pace simply letting the day unfold. Walking a dirt path on the way to town, I took delight for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Cruising, Europe, France, Hiking, Ski Trip, Village, Vineyards, Walking tour

Carson Valley, Nevada – An End Of Summer Destination That’s Easy to Find But Hard to Forget

September 20, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

CARSON VALLEY – Carson Valley, Nevada, is an ideal spur-of-the-moment and budget-friendly destination for a late summer weekend. Carson Valley is conveniently located 45 minutes south of Reno and an easy drive from San Francisco. Southern California residents can also plan impromptu getaways with a scenic road trip north on Highway 395. Carson Valley is a pocket of Nevada that's easy to find, but hard to forget. Experiences and adventure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Bicycle, California, Culture, Desert, Fashion, Hiking, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Road Trip, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada, Spa, Walking tour, Wildlife

James Asquith, Youngest to Visit all 196

September 17, 2018 by Dave2 Comments

An accomplishment certainly worth highlighting - world traveler, James Asquith remarkably completed visiting all 196 UN recognized countries by the time he was just 24. An even more remarkable was he started this epic and ultimate road trip when he was just 18. Recently we had a chance to ask him a few questions about his time on the road (he no longer has a permanent home) and he recently built and launched an app that has introduced an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Art, Asia, Brazil, Britain, Culture, Denmark, Egypt, England, Istanbul, Journey, London, Motorbike, Road Trip, South Pacific, Sports, Vietnam, Visa, Volunteer

Oakland California Celebrates Local Spirits Heritage & Community in First Ever Cocktail Week, Sept: 15-23, 2018

September 15, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Thousands of cocktail enthusiasts join local bars, restaurants and distilleries in celebrating the Town's unique cocktail culture past and present. OAKLAND, CA— Oakland will host the first ever Oakland Cocktail Week September 15-23, 2018 in celebration of the city's unique cocktail heritage as well as local spirits small businesses and employees. Participating bars and restaurants from Oakland, Alameda and Emeryville are challenged with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, California, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Oakland, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Wine Tasting

Smithsonian Magazine Announces 14th Annual Museum Day, A Celebration of Boundless Curiosity

September 10, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Participating museums nationwide will offer free admission on September 22, 2018 with a downloadable Museum Day ticket NEW YORK—(July 24, 2018)–Smithsonian magazine has designated Saturday, September 22 as the 14th annual Museum Day, an initiative in which participating museums across the United States open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket. The annual event allows museums nationwide to emulate the spirit of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Culture, History, Museum, New York City

28th Annual Sedona Arts Festival

September 1, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Held against the backdrop of Sedona's breathtaking red rock vistas, the Sedona Arts Festival will present its 28th annual fine art festival on Saturday, Oct. 13 and Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018. Attracting artists from across the country, this renowned festival will showcase a diverse line up of over 100 juried artists as well as live music, food and art fun for the kids. The Sedona Arts Festival is held on the campus of Sedona Red Rock High School, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Arizona, Art, Canyon, Festival, Food and Wine, Idaho, Mediterranean, Mexico, Music, Photography, Village, Virginia, Wildlife

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