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Mountain Kingdoms' founding fathers back together
Back in 1987, two friends and mountaineers, Steve Berry and Steve Bell, decided to give up their day jobs and forge a new career doing what they loved - climbing mountains and trekking. And so was born Mountain Kingdoms (then called Himalayan Kingdoms).
Read moreHighly regarded Bhutanese trek leader and cook travel to the UK
Local tour leaders and trip support crew often become an essential highlight of any adventure holiday, bringing the history and culture of a destination to life. It’s not uncommon, when on trek, to discuss returning your guides hospitality by welcoming them to the UK. On this occasion Mountain Kingdoms and their clients were able to make their local guides’ ambitions come true.
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Catch up on Channel 4 - Yeti: Myth, Man or Beast
2015 Photo of the Year winner is announced
Nepal – one year after the earthquake
Today marks the anniversary of the earthquake that caused such terrible devastation to Nepal last April. As a result of the impact of the quake, thousands of lives were lost, vast swathes of homes, schools and buildings were destroyed or damaged and livelihoods were deeply affected. And yet, one year on, the indomitable local people have impressively rebuilt their lives and businesses. So, even as we pause and remember the dreadful loss of life last year, we can also celebrate the wonderful spirit and endeavour of the people of Nepal.
Read moreMountain Kingdoms tour leader 'behind the royal visit' to Bhutan
Michael Rutland, who leads tours in Bhutan for Mountain Kindgoms, has played a significant role in organising the visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to the Himalayan kingdom. In the absence of formal diplomatic arrangements between Bhutan and Britain, Michael’s unique position as Honorary Consul was essential in facilitating the visit.
Read moreFootsteps in the Snow - Steve Berry features on ITV News West
News of the mysterious snow tracks found in Bhutan continue to intrigue many, the latest being those at ITV News West.
There are various possible creatures which may have caused the tracks, one theory being the Yeti.
Read moreExciting royal announcement - William and Kate to visit Bhutan this year
Next week, Prince William and Kate will fly to India and Bhutan for a seven day visit that will highlight the complexities and contrasts of modern-day India, demonstrate wildlife conservation efforts and reveal the spiritual beauty of the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan.
Read moreFCO update their travel advice for Nepal
The FCO have changed their travel advice for Nepal lifting the previous restrictions on visiting the Manaslu and Langtang regions for all but essential travel. This is great news and means that all of Nepal is now fully open for business following the earthquake of 2015.
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