Dave's Travel Corner - Seeing the World One Step at a Time

A Sea to Sky Journey, Vancouver to Banff with Rocky Mountaineer

In 30+ years the Rocky Mountaineer has created a memorable experience incorporating some of the Rocky Mountain's finest scenery. A trip on the … [Read More]
Huaraz, Peru

In every inspiring natural creation there is a realism that speaks to you. In every moment on a mountain you find it more and more. You discover … [Read More]
The Feel is in the Destination, Baros Maldives

Opening in 1973, the Baros Maldives was only the third island destination resort in the Maldives. It's gorgeous beauty and proximity to Male were … [Read More]
Arriving Into Iran and the Tests of Traveling

I left for the Tbilisi International Airport in the country of Georgia at 10pm. I arrived at my final destination, Shiraz, Iran some 20 hours … [Read More]
A Most Memorable Experience: Swimming with Pigs in the Bahamas

One of the activities synonymous with visiting the Bahamas is swimming with pigs. I have long heard about this, especially during multiple trips … [Read More]
Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage with Holland America

One of the great things about cruising is leaving the logistics to others. Certain destinations are ideally suited to cruises including Alaska, … [Read More]
10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following

This wonderful planet features a diversity of inspirational and beautiful places. Some travelers have been able to create careers out of … [Read More]
Adventure Matters: Sometimes You Have to Eat It to Save It!

It is fady to kill a lemur. The punishment is ill health, and five years in jail. Madagascar, the planet’s fourth-largest island, floats 250 … [Read More]
Five Days in New York City

New York, the largest city in the USA boasts incredible stimuli 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, whether it be visual, noise or activity related. … [Read More]
This is Africa

We left Varela on the coast in Guinea Bissau at 5am - determined to make it back to Dakar in time for our 145am flight that evening. No small … [Read More]
In Love With Pint-Sized Andorra

We stood on the rocky outcrop above the tiny parking lot next to the consul generals office in old Andorra la Vella and heard the distinctive … [Read More]
Thailand: One man’s virgin tour

Dried fish at a Bangkok street market I wake up at 5:30 a.m. on the 57th floor of the Lebua at State Tower, an upscale hotel in the thick of … [Read More]
Exploring the Wonders of Palau

The island nation of Palau is located about 500 miles east of Manilla in the Philippines and about a 2 hour flight from Guam. A number of … [Read More]
Sips to Remember: My Top 5 Unforgettable Drinks

I have been fortunate to have sampled a lot of alcohol on my travels around the planet, ranging from regional beers, to homemade rice wine, local … [Read More]
The Power & Beauty of Sub Saharan Africa

Upon finalizing my flights to South Africa from Bangkok, I told a good friend who has traveled extensively in Africa that I would kiss the … [Read More]