Pumdi Bhumdi does not only have the best name of any village ever, it also has amazing mountain views, beautiful village homes, and incredible hospitality. It’s located close enough to Pokhara that you can do a day trip or hike there and do an overnight trip. It is also part of the Panchase Trek which […]
Living in Kathmandu as an Expat: Pros & Cons
Kathmandu, Nepal, is a city full of contradictions. It’s both chaotic and peaceful, relaxing and stressful, energetic and calm. It’s the sort of place you either love or hate. Lucky for me, I love Kathmandu, but it’s not always easy to live here. There are definite benefits to living in Kathmandu, like how affordable and […]
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 […]
Best Hotels in Pokhara (Lakeside) for Every Budget
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. […]
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 […]