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
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
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
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
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
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
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
I meet a fun group of new friends in the capital of Jordan and we explore the Citadel, Roman Amphitheater, and Rainbow Street while eating our weight in falafel, hummus, and cookies. Continue reading
Today’s Jordan highlights include stopping at the Dead Sea, soaking under a natural hot waterfall, and admiring intricate stone mosaics of Biblical stories. Continue reading
We navigate a canyon river on foot and hike up waterfalls at this scenic location. It’s my favorite activity in Jordan. Not for the faint of heart! Continue reading
Today we’ll visit the impressive ruins at Jerash — an entire ancient city unearthed and monuments restored. But first, brief stops at two Jordan highlights: Umm Qais and Ajloun Castle. Continue reading