Fairly isolated, this small town has a population of somewhere between 30 and 35 full time residents (including those who live in some trailers on the outskirts of the downtown area). Today the town is a mix of various artists, characters and those who value their privacy. Straddling being a living town and a ghost town, remarkably it still exists. The residents change over the years but the town doesn't seem to grow much. Named after Darwin … [Read more...]
About Dave
http://www.davestravelcorner.com
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 1,100+ 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 Brasil Gallery Arrives in New York City to Celebrate the Nature, Culture, and Gastronomy of the Brazilian Amazon
An initiative by the Brazilian Tourist Board in partnership with Sebrae will offer immersive and multisensory experiences promoting the world's largest biome to international tourism. The lushness of the Brazilian Amazon, a unique place of connection with nature, its colors, flavors, rhythms, culture, and ancestry. The Visit Brasil Gallery - Amazon, an initiative by Brazilian Tourist Board (Embratur/Visit Brasil) in partnership with Brazilian … [Read more...]
Swedish Wine on the Rise: Triumphs at European Competition
Swedish vineyards are impressing with top-quality wines. This was confirmed at the recently held The Swedish Wine Tasting event, where international wine experts sampled some of Europe's finest wines, with a Swedish wine receiving the highest rating. For those eager to explore Sweden's growing wine production firsthand, here are seven vineyards worth visiting. While Sweden hasn't historically been known for winemaking, the country's varied … [Read more...]
Birch Aquarium Announces Living Seas Transformation
Iconic Hall of Fishes to be reimagined into immersive Pacific Ocean experience La Jolla, CA (September, 2024)—Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego announced Living Seas, a reimagined exhibition that will replace the aquarium's famed Hall of Fishes next summer. The exhibition, the largest capital improvement since the aquarium was built in 1992, invites guests to journey through the Pacific Ocean in order to … [Read more...]
Discover Tashkent: Gateway to Uzbekistan’s Wonders
I landed in Tashkent late in the evening and made it to my hotel just in time to drop off my bags and get dinner at a nearby restaurant. My room was directly across from reception, there were no shades on the windows which had openings looking out onto the nearby street and a street lamp. It was a rough night of sleeping between light all night and the noise off and on from the reception. On a whim the next morning I signed up online for a … [Read more...]
Sea Links City, Mui Ne Vietnam – September 2024
This massive resort encompasses some 167 hectares and is located in Mui Ne, a fishing community located along the shores of the South China Sea - abut a 4-5 hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City. Created by Vietnam based entrepreneur Mr. Nguyen Van Dong (Chairman of the multi-faceted Rang Dong Group), Sea Links City is a lifestyle community featuring several resorts and restaurants. Centered around a challenging 18-hole golf course the resort attracts … [Read more...]
Taste of Space Returns to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex this Fall
CAPE CANAVERAL (August, 2024) – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – Beginning September 30, guests can take a bite out of the galaxy at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! During Taste of Space, an annual event that takes place at the visitor complex, guests will discover multiple ways to pique their palates with the flavors of fall: Taste of Space: Fall Bites!; Marstini Shake-Off; and Taste of Space: Celebrity Chef … [Read more...]
Explore Kentucky’s Hidden Gems: Top Small Towns for Unique Adventures
With the rise in small town tourism and a growing trend toward off-the-beaten-path experiences, Kentucky's charming towns stand ready to offer unique and captivating adventures. These hidden gems combine rich history, vibrant culture, and local flavors to create unforgettable experiences. From picturesque landscapes to quirky cuisine, these destinations demonstrate that the best adventures often come in small packages. Berea: The Folk Arts … [Read more...]
Why it is Important to Have Travel Insurance
My first trip outside of the U.S. was with family to western Canada. Inspired by the summertime scenery in the gorgeous rocky mountains including moraine lakes, glaciers, snow covered tips of mountains and wildlife, upon returning home I began to dream of more overseas travels. My next trip was to Costa Rica as part of a college sponsored trip; I remember this was the first time I swam in an ocean with warm water. And the wildlife in Monteverde … [Read more...]
Enjoy Elite Sporting Experiences on Necker Island
August 2024 - Necker Island, in the British Virgin Islands, is one of the world's most exclusive island retreats and is leading the way in the rise of sports travel, unveiling new pickleball and paddle courts within its comprehensive array of private sporting facilities available to guests. With the demand for incorporating sporting activities with luxury travel on the up, and the 2024 Paris Olympics around the corner, the island paradise, which … [Read more...]