If you travel with a Sherpa to Khumbu there is almost always the additional benefit of an invitation to the house of your guide. Part of this introduction to the Sherpa culture will probably involve you and your guide getting drunk as a result of Sherpa hospitality. In remote regions t...
Nepal is a Federal Parliamentary Republic with three branches of government: Executive, Judiciary, and the Legislature (Federal Parliament) comprised of a lower and upper house. The country has both a President and Prime Minister. Until 2008, the King of Nepal was the country’s head of state...
Both times I have visited Nepal has been in the month of May. The weather can not entirely be relied upon in May, and can vary from strong heat to heavy rain. Personally, I think I had pretty good weather in May both times. If you want to visit Nepal in May, you'll probably find...
It was the eighth final day of the ascent on the trek to Everest Base Camp. The 6 am wake-up call marked the start of our eighth day of trekking in this sacred area of Nepal, where the swift knock on the door and long-resounding tones of “morning” signalled the start of another ...
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Fukuoka Prefecture, the largest prefecture in Kyushu, is a popular sightseeing destination brimming with charm. In this article, we introduce our updated 2024 guide to 30 sightseeing spots and things to do in Fukuoka, travel tips, as well as hotels for a
Off the Record: Consider bringing a recommended cook along to break up the monotony of set Tea-House menus. This could also guarantee a healthy journey for your stomach as they'll be able to provide hygiene control in Tea-House kitchens....
But it’s not only adventurers who will be happy campers in this landlocked nation. Nepal has a heady mix of religion, culture and architecture; more than enough to satisfy any curious soul. And you don’t even need to step foot outside the capital, Kathmandu. City of the gods, valley...
use a guide or porter that is not licensed as a trekking agent through TAAN, or affiliated with a licensed trekking agent. You will need a Green TIMS card (costing NPR 2,000), money to buy food and water, a reliable and accurate map, and negotiations skills to book teahouse ...
In New York, nothing ever seems to close, so when you finish in one club, you go on to the next. The whole point is your attitude to a nightclub: it shouldn't be the end of the evening, it should be the start of something better. The nightclubs marked with 'F' indicates that...