Choosing vaccinations for Nepal can be a little confusing and daunting. The list is a mile long and if you live in the U.S. you’ll find it’s definitely not cheap. While insurance companies cover some of these vaccinations for Nepal, a lot of them will need to be paid out-of-pocket. My first time getting vaccines, […]
Celebrating Kukur Tihar: the Nepal Dog Festival
If you ask me what my favorite festival in Nepal is, the answer is definitely Tihar. Hands down, no questions asked. If you ask me my favorite day, then the answer is obviously Kukur Tihar! “Kukur” means “dog” in Nepali. As a dog lover, nothing makes me happier than celebrating Kukur Tihar in Nepal. An […]
Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus & Flight Options
Figuring out public transportation in Nepal can be daunting. There’s very little information online, and what is listed is vague at best. However, taking the bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara is not as hard to figure out as one would think. Buying tickets is easy and getting to the bus station isn’t particularly difficult, but […]
A Guide to Asian Toilets: From Bum Guns to Squat Toilets
Using Asian toilets is kind of like playing a game show on TV. You never know what’s behind door number 1. Well, after opening many doors, and then quickly closing some, I’ve learned a lot. I didn’t think this knowledge was valuable, but after being home for a couple of months, I realized most people […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Ramalaya
I’m always on the lookout for brands made in Nepal, and I can’t believe I didn’t find this one sooner. I was walking through Le Sherpa and must have passed the Ramalaya store a million times, but this week, my friend and I went in to look around. I was immediately drawn to their kasto […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Kallisto
This week we are featuring Kallisto which a friend of mine told me about last year. They make beautiful hand painted sarees among other things. One of my friends wore one to my wedding and it was absolutely stunning. I love that this company creates beautiful modern designs with a sustainable business model, and of […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Aksa Nepal
This week’s brand highlight is Aksa Nepal which is a locally designed and made jewelry company with a focus on sustainability. I had the pleasure of interviewing Priyanka and Aakash about how they got started and where their brand is heading. Read the interview below and stop by one of the stores to check out […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Sanchai
One of the things I really love about Nepal is how easy it is to support local companies. Buying vegetables from a local stand or visiting a farmer market doesn’t take a lot of effort. I stumbled across Sanchai at my favorite market (Le Sherpa) where you can buy lots of tasty local treats. Sanchai […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Pia
This week’s brand highlight features Pia. Pia first caught my attention when I was shopping in a local boutique and their beautiful handmade copper vases caught my eye. But this company is more than just home decor. They offer an array of products which are all locally made in Nepal. Read my interview with Marie […]
Made in Nepal Brand Highlight: Yatri Supply
This week’s brand highlight is Yatri Supply. Yatri Supply is an outdoor brand specializing in backpacks, and you guessed it… they’re made in Nepal! I first came across Yatri’s products at one of my favorite stores, The Local Project, which specializes in items made in Nepal. Their bags are well made and are great for […]