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Getting to Know Nepal - Some Recommended Reading

By Kirsty Parsons - 25th August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya

Getting to Know Nepal - Some Recommended Reading

Here are some of our favourite books to give you a flavour of Nepal and your Everest Base Camp Trek and inspire your travels:... Read more

A New Generation of News in Bhutan

By Jude Limburn - 20th August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

A New Generation of News in Bhutan

Many travellers on Bhutan tours are somewhat surprised upon arriving in Paro; encountering a city whose inhabitants, whilst maintaining a deep cultural pride and traditional values, are not afraid to embrace a progressive approach to education and technology.... Read more

The Three Yetis of the Annapurna Circuit

By Kirsty Parsons - 1st August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

The Three Yetis of the Annapurna Circuit

Dark shadowy human-like figures have been seen by trekkers walking the Annapurna Circuit, large ape-like footprints have been photographed and hair samples sent away for analysis – yet despite all this, scientists insist there... Read more

Bhutan Trekking for the A-List

By Mountain Kingdoms - 31st July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Bhutan Trekking for the A-List

“Let me tell you something, you have not partied till you’ve partied at dawn in complete silence with Buddhist monks”, said Cameron Diaz when reminiscing about her Bhutan trekking holiday with Eva Mendes.... Read more

Youngest Meets Highest

By Kirsty Parsons - 29th July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Youngest Meets Highest

It seems every month there are records being broken on the summit of the world’s highest mountain these days. When questioned as to why he wanted to climb Everest in 1924, British explorer George Mallory famously... Read more

Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Those lucky enough to be on a Bhutan trek in May of this year who had a keen interest in the myths, legends and folklore of the region would have had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the inaugural Mountain Echoes... Read more

Smile! You’re Trekking in Bhutan!

By Guest Blogger - 5th July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya , Cultural Experiences

Smile! You’re Trekking in Bhutan!

Thailand may be known as "the land of smiles", but when Business Week listed the world’s happiest countries, there was a clear wellbeing winner in Asia: Bhutan. This landlocked nation, situated between India and Tibet, ... Read more

The Legend of Meme Haylay Haylay

The Legend of Meme Haylay Haylay

As has already been established, Bhutan is renowned as being the happiest country in Asia. However, it is less clear how those who are in Bhutan trekking can go about finding said happiness. This is where the legend... Read more

Angela’s Dream Holiday – A Bhutan Trek!

By Jude Limburn - 1st July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

Angela’s Dream Holiday – A Bhutan Trek!

To many people, Angela Rippon has the most enviable job in the world. As a presenter for the BBC Holiday programme, she’s had the opportunity to travel all over the world reporting on both popular tourist destinations and hidden gems.... Read more

Bhutan Trekking – Festival Etiquette

By Kirsty Parsons - 30th June 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Bhutan Trekking – Festival Etiquette

Until relatively recently, Bhutan trekking holidays were extremely rare. The country was only opened to western visitors in 1974 and, since then, visitor numbers have been limited in order to preserve both the culture and environment of this very special kingdom. ... Read more

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