Why I Did Not Go to Bhutan
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I desperately wanted to visit Bhutan on my RTW trip, but it didn’t happen. Find out why I made this decision and why it’s still on my bucket list. Continue reading
Category Archives: Asia
RECAP: Nepal
Want to plan your own trip to Nepal? Here’s a list of every post written about my time in this beautiful country. Click away! Continue reading
Expense Report: Nepal
You could live like a king in Nepal for $40 a day. My trekking costs inflate that number, but I’d still consider Nepal a high value destination. Continue reading
Celebrating Diwali in Nagarkot
I spend my last nights in Nepal in the mountain village of Nagarkot, coincidentally during the Festival of Lights. I’m delighted to watch a local dance troop perform at sunset. Continue reading
VIDEO: Trekking Everest Base Camp
Prayer flags, swinging bridges, yak trains — check out the action in this video of my Everest trek. Plus thoughts on last week’s Everest tragedy. Continue reading
Everest Day 9: Base Camp & Kala Pattar!
Victory is mine! Details of the final leg to Everest Base Camp and viewing point at Kala Pattar, a breathtaking 18,500 feet above sea level. Continue reading
Everest Day 7 & 8: Trudging to Gorek Shep
It’s getting rough. I’ve lost my appetite and have trouble sleeping. But the views keep me going and I push on to the last two villages before Base Camp. Continue reading
Everest Day 5 & 6: Gaining Altitude
The scenery en route to Dingboche is as impressive as ever, but my body begins to feel the effects of altitude during our rest day hike. Continue reading
Everest Day 4: Chanting Monks in Tengboche
Today’s highlight: waking at sunrise to watch monks chanting at the Tengboche monastery. Plus more dazzling views and dramatic scenery. Continue reading
Everest Day 3: Namche Bazaar ‘Rest Day’
Check out my charming tea house accommodation and our ‘rest day’ hike to Everest View. Since when is a 4 hour hike a rest day?! Continue reading