X

Get FREE Email Updates

Sign Up

Dave's Travel Corner

Seeing the World One Step at a Time

  • Home
  • Blog
  • Guides
  • Journals
  • Photos
  • Videos
  • Links
  • Interviews
  • About
  • Exploring Song Kul, Kyrgyzstan

    Waking up late at night and stumbling out of our Yurt we were overwhelmed by the clarity and brilliance of stars in all directions - the Milky … [Read More]

    Exploring Song Kul, Kyrgyzstan
  • 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]

    Sips to Remember: My Top 5 Unforgettable Drinks
  • A Much Needed Reset at Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel, Puerta Vallarta Mexico

    Sometimes you need an escape from it all; whether it be the rigors of a heavy work schedule, cold weather, a change of pace, or new scenery. And … [Read More]

    A Much Needed Reset at Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel, Puerta Vallarta Mexico
  • A Crazy Day of Dune Bashing in Southern Qatar

    I knew our drive out from Doha was going to be interesting as soon as we started our journey to the sand dunes from my hotel. Our driver, a large … [Read More]

    A Crazy Day of Dune Bashing in Southern Qatar
  • Why do I Climb Mountains?

    For years I have wondered why I am obsessed about climbing mountains and being at high altitude. It has been difficult to answer. The obvious … [Read More]

    Why do I Climb Mountains?
  • 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]

    This is Africa
  • Dave’s Travel Corner Celebrates Milestone Year, 25 Years of Traveling and Writing

    The Site In December 1996 I began a very rudimentary travel site called Dave's Travel Corner in anticipation of what would be a life changing … [Read More]

    Dave’s Travel Corner Celebrates Milestone Year, 25 Years of Traveling and Writing
  • Ole Orvér, Chief Commercial Officer of Finnair

    Q. You joined Finnair as Chief Commercial Officer in May 2019.  How did you and your team deal with this unprecedented situation in 2020 and what … [Read More]

    Ole Orvér, Chief Commercial Officer of Finnair
  • New Orleans

    Welcome to Southern Louisiana! Or if you prefer, Laissez les bons temps rouler (let the good times roll). Here, in the "south" the people are … [Read More]

    New Orleans
  • 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]

    The Power & Beauty of Sub Saharan Africa
  • The Ultimate BMW Driving Experience

    Ever wondered what it would be like to sit behind the wheel of a high performance vehicle and try to reach both your limits as a driver and the … [Read More]

    The Ultimate BMW Driving Experience
  • Getaway Trip, Sonesta Redondo Beach

    Needing a break from wine work and with Los Angeles always a relaxing and therapeutic relatively short drive away (with no traffic), I scheduled … [Read More]

    Getaway Trip, Sonesta Redondo Beach
  • 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]

    10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following
  • 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]

    A Most Memorable Experience: Swimming with Pigs in the Bahamas
  • Escape to Bodega Bay

    Moving from Los Angeles to the tiny town of Mendocino (population 855) turned out to be one of the most unusual decisions I have ever made. The … [Read More]

    Escape to Bodega Bay

Above the Clouds

Solo in Ubud: How to Spend a Week That Feels Like the Real...

Most people turn up in Ubud with a list. Monkey Forest, the rice terraces, a swing over the jungle, a smoothie bowl with a view. All of that's there … [More]

View all Above the Clouds

Journals

How to Judge a Flight Connection Before You Book It

A flight connection can look perfectly reasonable on a booking screen and still become the most stressful part of a trip. Two itineraries may have … [More]

View all Journals

Guides

Los Angeles, CA - Arts District

Vineyards - lots of them, planted to Sauvignon blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon grew on the north east fringes of what is now the Arts District along the … [More]

View all Guides

Press Releases

The Axolotl’s Garden Blossoms Oct. 21 at Birch...

La Jolla, CA (Oct. 12, 2026)—Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego today unveiled new details about their upcoming … [More]

View all Press Releases

Highlight of the Month

Mila Rooftop, Glendale California - November 2026

This nearly 5,000 outdoor space is located on the top of the upscale Glenmark Hotel on the 7th story. Features excellent and expansive views in all … [More]

View all Highlight of the Month

Book Reviews

Passion & Practice: Secrets of a Surgical Resident by...

Passion & Practice, Secrets is a glimpse into Dr. Weinraub's time as a surgical resident following medical school. This read examines the formative … [More]

View all Book Reviews

Travel Products

How to set up Roambit eSIM in 3 steps: pick a data plan, install via QR code, stay connected

Best eSIM for International Travel: Why I Switched to...

I've tested a lot of eSIM providers over the years. From airport SIM card kiosks in Bangkok to fumbling with a physical SIM card swap on a train … [More]

View all Travel Products

Interviews

Annea Lockwood, Composer and Sound Artist

Annea Lockwood is an Aotearoa New Zealand-born composer and sound artist known for turning natural environments into immersive sound art. In her … [More]

View all Interviews

Latest Videos

Argosy Cruises Seattle Argosy Cruises Seattle
Argosy Cruises Seattle
Hockey Game! Hurricanes vs Sabres
Our first hockey game back in 2011!
Weekend trip to Ko Lan #thailand #beaches
Fun times swimming with pigs on Staniel Cay in the Bahamas
Don Muang Airport Auto Floor Robot Cleaner, #bangkok
Subscribe
View All Videos

Featured Photos

Sunrise on Raclaparaju in Peru

Sunrise on Raclaparaju in Peru
Image 110 of 132

View Larger Slideshow  |  View All Photos

Destination Spotlights

West Sonoma
Sundarbans Bangladesh

Singapore Sightseeing

Bangkok, Thailand
Sri Lanka Adventures

Raleigh, North Carolina
Mt. Rainier WA

Dave's Wines Logo

The Official Wine Club of
the Napa Wine Project!

Your personal membership to the
finest Napa Valley artisan wineries.
Learn More
Follow @DaveDTC

Get FREE Email Updates ▶

Submit an Article

Categories

Latest Posts

  • How to Judge a Flight Connection Before You Book I…
  • Woman in a Catrina-style costume posing at the Hanal Pixán/Day of the Dead festival in Puerto Juárez, Cancún.Day of The Dead in Cancún: Why We Keep Going Back …
  • Mila Rooftop, Glendale California – November…
  • Solo in Ubud: How to Spend a Week That Feels Like …
  • A Full Day in Mijas Pueblo (And I Still Didn&#8217…

Collaboration

ta cc v tw co is fm m rm sa l vrc ax ss con1 ht sweden klm de ow bermuda es vj conejo-valley holland-america pe dr huatulco mgm-grand tns travel-mindset vf mc Print ar Print vo 1_tw 1_palau no ba universal-studios-hollywood Logotipo Mazatlán mgc City of Saskatoon_h_clr vp naturebox nashville ams vk fk zur vnh ir cic pr vb puerto-rico trafalgar tm visitRaleigh logo color don x-default q ca gs iheart-radio ft loreto yosemite

As Seen On

nt st 4s rr hp us kp nww ex

Explore

  • Above the Clouds
  • Guides
  • Highlight of the Month
  • Interviews
  • Journals
  • Press Releases
  • Videos

Prepare

  • Book Reviews
  • Pack List
  • Quiz: Geography
  • Quiz: Travel
  • Tour Booking
  • Travel Insurance
  • Travel Products

Share

  • Contribute
  • Forums
  • Links
  • Photos

About

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Contributors
  • Email Dave
  • Media Coverage
  • Media Kit
Hi I'm Dave. After a life changing trip in 1996, I began this site as a creative outlet to educate, inspire and share travel experiences. Read more...
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • Vimeo
  • YouTube

Return to top of page
Copyright © 1996–2026 Dave's Travel Corner · All Rights Reserved · Log in