As some of you may know, I am on a quest to travel to all 197 UN-recognized countries in the world. When I finally hit country #108, it happened to coincide with my 10th anniversary of solo traveling. To honor this decade of independence, I knew I had to return to the country where it all started. I flew into Kathmandu, the city I was born in, but with a heart full of the same “first-trip” jitters I had ten years ago. The challenge of solo traveling your own country When I first contemplated visiting Nepal after so long, I was filled with uncertainty. I
Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge Review
Ten years is a long time to stay away from the Himalayas, but I returned with a clear mission: a solo trek to Mardi Himal followed by Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), and catching up with family and friends. By the time I descended, my legs were heavy, my lungs were tired, and I was craving a very specific kind of restoration. I didn’t just want a hotel; I needed a place where the transition back to reality felt as sacred as the trek itself. While the “Lakeside” of Pokhara is famous for its vibrant cafes and backpacker energy, I was looking for something higher—both
Top 5 things to do for Valentines day in Nepal
If you are wondering if Nepalese celebrate the month of love and looking for ideas for things to do for Valentines day in Nepal. You are in the right place. Valentine’s Day in Nepali is called “Prem Diwas” प्रेम दिवस. It is not traditionally celebrated in Nepal but youngsters have adopted this holiday as their own and traces of teddy bears, love related greeting cards, chocolate hearts, dinner for twos and inflated expectations can be spotted all around the capital city. If you are reading this, I assume you already know what this day means to you. So, without boring you with
Hidden places in Nepal you must see
Today I would like to share with you the hidden places in Nepal. Since I was born and grew up in Nepal (although I believe we are always growing) and lived decades there, this article comes out of my personal experience. I hope this article gives you an insight into the unexplored places in Nepal. I am also giving out free travel tips to Nepal, so read till the end. Nepal is one of the beautiful and sought after destinations in the world. Particularly well known for Everest Base camp trek, Island peak climbing, and Annapurna Base Camp. It is
All the Nepali vegetables name in English
Alright, guys so as you know I have been spending a lot of my time with my mum since last year and I have learned extensively about our family, about myself, and quietly funnily all the Nepal vegetables name in English! Whether you are a foreigner living in Nepal or Nepali living abroad, I hope this list of all the Nepali vegetable names in English helps you. So without further ado, let’s jump straight into it. I knew most of it but I had to learn the rest otherwise I wouldn’t know what to look for while grocery shopping. I
11 Best places for photoshoot in Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal used to be the most popular destination in the country for many travelers for many centuries. However, these days the top of Everest Base Camp trek takes the cake for obvious reasons. so Anyway in this article, we are going to focus on the 11 best places for photoshoot in Kathmandu. Visiting Kathmandu fascinates many people with its mysterious temples of Swayambhunath and Boudhanath, the richness of its UNESCO world heritage site Durbar Square, the smile of the inhabitants of the tangled alleys of the old city, the mystical religious rituals of Pashupatinath, and the
Travel to Nepal during Covid
I had invited my mom to visit me in Sydney from Nepal last year in March 2020 for 3 months but due to covid, I couldn’t let her go back to Nepal. So, I applied to extend her visa and it was approved for a total of 12 months. There was always a fear of covid the whole last 12 months and because it affected the elderly easily (my mom is nearly 70); I was super careful about where I was going, who i was meeting, wearing masks, limiting my outgoings unless absolutely necessary and stayed home because I wanted
10 Trekking to Everest base camp tips
IF CLIMBING Mount Everest Base Camp is something you’d like to achieve in your life; here are 10 trekking to Everest base camp tips you should know before you go. Reflecting on my weaknesses when I first started planning, I came up with pieces of advice that I wish I had known. These tips will help not only with trip planning but in getting the most out of the unique experience. 10 Important trekking tips to Everest base camp 1. Keep buffer days. You may like to set your plans in stone, but Mother Nature doesn’t work like that. Some people rock
3 weeks in Nepal itinerary
Looking for 3 weeks in Nepal itinerary? I got you! Nepal is truly a beautiful country full of mountains and lakes, tasty food, and interesting culture and traditions. It caters to backpackers, mid-tiers, and luxury travels. Whether you are 16 or 60, there is something for everyone! Today I will be sharing what you can expect to see, do, and experience in 3 weeks’ time. I haven’t put a time or day stamp on it which I should give you flexibility on when you want to do these things. Although you could easily spend months and years in Nepal, 3
Top 5 Monasteries In Nepal For Meditation
If you are someone looking for top 5 monasteries in Nepal that offer meditation courses, conitnue reading. This blog covers all of them and some valuable travel tips to Nepal also. Nepal is known for its majestic mountains, and not so much for its monasteries so let me help you! When I was growing up in Nepal, as a teenager I did something stupid and as a result, my mum sent me to one of the retreat centers for Vipsanna mediation as a punishment! I was livid so I secretly rolled packs of cigarettes, and alcohol between my clothes thinking