I’ve spent a lot of time in Pokhara as a traveler including month-long stays in the city. The first time, I went as a solo backpacker staying in hostels. Later, I went back to stay in mid-ranged private rooms. Most recently, Suraj and I took advantage of some deals at the higher end hotels in […]
50+ Places To Visit in Kathmandu: Museums, Temples, Hikes & More
Almost every tourist I talk to seems to hate Kathmandu. “It’s dusty, and noisy, and there’s nothing to do.” It’s the complaint I’ve heard a million times, followed by “One day is enough time there.” It seems like everyone goes to the same three or four places in Thamel and considers that the entire city. […]
GPSmyCity Giveaway!
I’m excited to share with my readers that GPSmyCity is doing a giveaway to 10 lucky readers! This is happening just in time for fall, which is peak travel season here in Nepal, so it’s perfect timing for a lot of my readers who are heading on vacation this season. But “What is GPSmyCity?” you […]
The Best Nepalese Trekking Routes for Beginners
Nepal is an incredibly stunning country full of magnificent geographical marvels. It’s known worldwide for being home to the world’s tallest mountains. Thus, it comes as no surprise that it’s considered a top destination for trekking. And while trekking the Himalayas might seem like a challenging feat, there are several short treks best suited for […]
Nepal Packing List for Female Backpackers
Over time I’ve put together several packing lists for different treks, but I’ve never created a female packing list for Nepal for the regular day to day items. Nepal is an interesting country with a quickly changing dynamic. Below I’ve compiled a list of everything a female traveler should bring with them. A good note […]
18 Nepali Wedding Traditions Explained
As an expat in Nepal, I had been invited to a few Nepali weddings, and honestly, I had no idea what was going on. When it was time for me and Suraj to get married, I wanted to understand the traditions and significance of what we would be doing during the ceremony. We would be […]
The 21 Best Nepal Souvenirs & Where to Buy Them
Recently, I’ve had a few friends ask me what to buy for Nepal souvenirs to take home with them. I feel like I’ve spent a lifetime in Thamel and Lakeside walking by the hundreds of shops selling goods. The thing is, so many sell the same thing, and they all sell them for different prices. […]
11 Nepali Words Every Tourist Should Know + 55 Extras!
If you’re anything like me, then you like to learn a few words whenever you visit a new country. Learning Nepali words was extra difficult for me. Because the words are written in characters (not letters like we’re used to in the U.S.) the translations are often spelled 100 different ways. Trying to read them […]
Kathmandu Night Life: The Best Clubs, Lounges, and Bars
I’m going to be honest and say that I’m not really big on going out late at night. I’m more of a snuggle up in bed and read a book kind of girl. However, I’ve been in Kathmandu long enough that I’ve frequented a few cool lounges (totally my scene) as well as a few […]
Helambu Trek Itinerary, Route & Map
The Helambu Trek was originally known as a cultural trek through small villages inhabited by the Yolmo (Hyolmo) people. Unfortunately, after the 2015 earthquake, the area suffered severe damages and many of the old buildings have since been replaced with modern concrete, and parts of the trekking trail were replaced by roads. That being said, […]