Chances are that you've heard the story of the tortoise and the hare before... at least you've heard ONE version of it. In this classic Aesop folktale, the speedy, cocky hare challenges the slow-poke tortoise to a race, and the tortoise shockingly agrees. The race begins! Halfway through the competition, the hare becomes so overconfident at his giant lead that he takes a nap, dreaming of his glorious and easy victory. When the hare … [Read more...]
Family Winemakers Tasting
I go to this tasting every year (always held in August - SF, or February, Pasadena), at the Festival Pavilion in Fort Mason in San Francisco. This is the premiere tasting for small family owned California producers. This is always a popular event and I recommend showing up early. The original tasting in 1991 featured 46 wineries; the 2010 tasting will have over 325 wineries! Event Details: Sunday August 22nd, 3-6pm Festival Pavilion, Fort … [Read more...]
Jamaica Trip!
Just returned stateside from western Africa - have several days to recover and then off to Jamaica tomorrow! A plethora of activities await on this Caribbean island nation and I will be posting updates here over the next few days. Looking forward to some hot Caribbean sunshine! Have you been to Jamaica before? I'd love to hear some of your favorite recommendations both for outdoor activities as well as restaurants. Definitely looking … [Read more...]
An Inspirational Refutation of an Uncomfortable Stereotype
"People try to insult me by saying my success is from a falang (foreigner)," said Nate, smiling as she steered us through the moped-filled traffic, "but it's just me." The story that emerged as Nate (in her taxi-service capacity) drove me from her restaurant to the Phuket bus stop was inspirational. But was also a desperately welcome antidote to the uncomfortable Older-Western-Man-funding-Younger-Thai-Woman situation thick on the … [Read more...]
South African Tourism Reveals Adventure Ambassador
July, 2010 - After an intense two month search for the US's next great adventurer, South African Tourism has today unveiled the face of its Adventure campaign - Ben Lewis, a 42 year old from Olympia, Washington, who will join six others from around the world on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure odyssey to South Africa. Since May this year, South African Tourism, in conjunction with National Geographic Channel, has been looking for outdoor-types … [Read more...]
Halekulani Presents, “The Art of the Cocktail”
Exclusive Weekend Celebrates Halekulani Living FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HONOLULU, July 13, 2010. Halekulani, one of the world's finest and most acclaimed luxury resorts, presents 'The Art of the Cocktail' as part of its ongoing annual luxury and lifestyle series, Halekulani Living. The weekend celebration takes place Friday, September 17 through Sunday, September 19 and includes a variety of events where guests interact with some of the … [Read more...]
Converter Collection
Here is a collection of some of the converters, adaptors, usb, solar chargers and other small electronic devices that have served us well during our trips. This is becoming quite the collection! … [Read more...]
Top 10 Travel Tips For Couples
No matter how much you are looking forward to spending some quality time with that special someone, traveling together can be a bit stressful; regardless of whether you have been married for decades or are just testing the waters as a couple. So what can you do to ensure a blissful getaway? Here are a few surefire ways to keep the fires burning without getting burned. 1. Both Contribute to the Planning - It's important that you both feel like … [Read more...]
Jamaica Offers Late Summer Packages
BEAT THE HEAT, EVEN WHILE ON THE BEACH KINGSTON, Jamaica - July 12, 2010 - Escape the heat of summer in Jamaica. The sandy beaches and temperate climate (it's 80 degrees in Montego Bay) are calling. And, the island is offering some of its greatest deals yet. Take advantage of one of the many special packages offered throughout the summer and fall months. With service from all major U.S. airlines it's easier than ever to get there! "We're an … [Read more...]
Photos & Video
I've put some photos online from the trip so far: Ghana: www.davestravelcorner.com/photography/gallery/international/ghana Cote d'Ivoire: www.davestravelcorner.com/photography/gallery/international/cote-divoire Here is a video I shot from my time volunteering at YCC Ghana. … [Read more...]
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