David L. Hawkinson was born and educated in Traverse City, Michigan. He has spent more than half of his professional life as travel industry expert in the United States. Apart from being a travel industry professional, David is also a devouted husband, father of two sons and owner of three dogs. Numerous corporations worldwide have used David’s services as a travel industry expert. He has also appeared on international broadcasts to discuss the latest trends in travel and tourism both in the USA and abroad. David’s hobbies include photography, martial arts and fenching. He also loves writing travel industry related articles in his spare time.