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LA Gangland Tours

March 21, 2011 by Dave4 Comments

I'll be writing a much more detailed story about this at some point because this is a great story. I had the opportunity to join one of the LA Gangland Tours. This unique organization is not glorifying gang violence and activities rather they are humanizing it, raising awareness, and raising money to work with kids before they get sucked into this "culture" as well as other preventative measures against the gangs. Its touching to see rival … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Bus Travel, Culture

IExplore Photo Contest

March 20, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Check out Iexplore's photo contest. Anyone can enter and you have a chance to win an Africa safari for two in Kenya! You can vote every day for the same photo until the contest finishes on April 15. On that day, the 20 photos with the highest vote totals will be selected as finalists Help out our contributor Nick with his cool photo taken in Vietnam amazingly shot with a cheap Walmart camera! Nick is our video specialist and also runs … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Events · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Kenya, MyVideoVisa, Vietnam

More LA Times Travel Show

March 19, 2011 by Dave1 Comment

As always Los Angeles is a study in contrasts and that is the beauty of this incredible city. I'm just as comfortable at an exclusive party at a secret location on one of the blvd's in Hollywood or Beverly Hills as I am slurping up Menudo or enjoying Horchatas at a small taco stand in the heart of South Central or Watts. I'm always in town every year for the annual LA Times Travel Show. Like many things that are "big" in LA, this the largest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Bangkok Thailand, Hollywood, LA Times Travel Show, Los Angeles, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, Thailand, Travel Show, Walking tour, Zip line

LA Times Travel Show

March 15, 2011 by Dave1 Comment

The annual Los Angeles Times Travel Show is being held this weekend at the Convention Center downtown. This is the largest travel show on the West Coast of the USA. There's always a number of travel celebs giving talks and in attendance. This year look for Samantha Brown, Arthur Frommer, Huell Howser, Johnny Jet, Andrew McCarthy, Rick Steves, and more! There are more than 500 exhibitors, Trip giveaways and Cultural entertainment. Tickets … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: America, Culture, LA Times Travel Show, Los Angeles, Rick Steves, Travel Blogging, Travel Show, Walking tour

Sailors Take Note

March 12, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

My brother John is again off on his round the world galavants. This time he's stationed in Puerto Vallarta Mexico helping get a 46 foot Beneteau sailboat ready to ship off sometime this month for the South Pacific. They are going to head south west from PV with their first stop at the amazing Marquesas (in the middle of nowhere). This small group of islands are among the most remote on the planet - with their nearest continental land fall being … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Internet, Japan, Mexico, Sailing, South Pacific, Tsunami

Dinner & Dancing: Brazil

March 10, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

This is a guest post from Rachel who runs Central Coast Foodie in San Luis Obispo, California USA. In regards to her mention of Capirinhas - we've been making those this week and using Germana, a traditional Brazilian Cachaca. Perhaps this is too strong a Cachaca, it certainly doesn't taste like the awesome ones I had down in Sao Paulo - if anyone has other recommendations let us know? This drink sure requires a lot of sugar! *** Happy Mardi … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food & Wine · Tagged: America, Brazil, California, Cruising, Culinary travel, Dancing, Drinking, Food and Wine, Mardi Gras, Music, New Orleans, Wine Tasting

Iphone 4 Super Juice Case by Dexim

March 9, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Short battery life is certainly a problem with smart phones including the Iphone 4. When your on the road its no fun to run out of "juice" and have no way to charge it when trying to listen to music, play games or surf the net. Make life easier and your phone last longer with the Super Juice Case from Dexim. This "Applesque" looking i...tem serves not only as a durable case but also extends the charge life of the phone with its powerful Lithium … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Travel Gear · Tagged: iPhone, Music

First Taste of Yountville

March 6, 2011 by Dave3 Comments

The First Taste of Yountville was held during the Premier Napa Valley week a few days ago to capitalize on a number of trade who are in town. This annual event is held by the Napa Valley Vintners' and is their Annual Mid-Winter Barrel Auction for the Trade This premiere tasting featured some of Yountville's finest vineyards and wines. It was held in the old barrel room of what used to be Groezinger's Winery which is now V Marketplace, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food & Wine · Tagged: Napa Valley, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Asia trip Videos

March 2, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Here are a few videos from our most recent trip in Asia. The first one is a few clips in Japan and the Maldives - the 2nd one is of our adorable niece in the village in Eastern Thailand. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Asia, Japan, Maldives, Thailand, Village

Our Interview on JetSetCitizen.com

March 1, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Thanks to John for reaching out to us for an interview which was published yesterday. http://www.jetsetcitizen.com/cheap-travel/inverview-super-traveler-dave-thompson/ Also check out the rest of their site; its all about living the lifestyle you want without being tethered to the ropes of conventional work. As John says, "Jet Set Citizen is about those living the new lifestyle. As a Jet Set Citizen, you will need to be an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Travel · Tagged: Interview, Lifestyle, Technology

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