Namo Buddha Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located just a couple of hours from the capital city of Kathmandu. It’s a great day hike from Dhulikhel and is worth visiting if you’re interested in learning about Buddhism. You can stay at the monastery guest house and eat with the monks and attend their chanting sessions […]
Hiking from Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha in Kathmandu Valley
Hiking from Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha is one of the easiest parts of the Kathmandu Valley Trek. There is a small road that wraps around the hills of the Kathmandu Valley. Although it’s not a “trekking trail,” it’s not super busy and not many cars travel that way. It offers amazing views along the entire […]
Dhulikhel, Nepal: City Guide and Photography
Dhulikhel, a small city in Nepal, is known for its spectacular views and culture. While most tourists flock to Nagarkot to see the Himalaya, locals spend their weekends enjoying the view from Dhulikhel. The city may seem like a hub, but it’s still considered off the beaten path. For some reason, it’s just starting to […]
Nepal Visa on Arrival for U.S. Citizens with Online Application
In the past, getting a Nepal tourist visa on arrival was incredibly hard to navigate. There was almost no information online and even less help at the airport. Because of that, I always paid to get a visa in advance by mailing my passport to the Consulate in NYC. Now, the tourist visa on arrival process […]
Yosemite Day Trips: Tips and Tricks for Success
I’m really excited that I’m finally able to offer guest posts on my blog, and this one is from my friend Dylan who I met in Austin, Texas a few months ago. He’s a pro on all things Yosemite including Yosemite day trips, and I wanted to pick his brain for some great advice. I’m […]
Travel Bedroom Decor: My Guide to Decorating with Souvenirs
I’m going to be honest here and start this post by saying that I used to hate souvenirs. Like, really hate them. To be fair, I grew up in New York, and my idea of a souvenir was an assortment of different sized plastic Statue of Liberty knick knacks. Later, I began to collect one […]
My Year in Review: 2018
You know what they say, “New Year, new you!” It’s a quote I love and hate all at the same time. For some reason, we use New Year’s Day as an excuse to become the person we want to be. To me, it seems you could do this any day. You don’t need a new […]
Nepal SIM Card Options: Ncell or Namaste?
SIM cards have always been a bit of a mystery to me. Prior to traveling, I didn’t even know you could change a SIM card. An expensive phone plan seemed like the only option. I remember Googling, “How to get a cheap phone plan for Asia.” One search after the other said, “SIM cards are […]
Everest Base Camp Packing List
Trekking to Everest Base Camp is daunting to say the least. Every time I thought about what to pack, I felt overwhelmed. While the company I went with provided an Everest Base Camp packing list, I also did extensive research online to ensure I didn’t forget anything. For my trek, I did the Gokyo Lake […]
The Best Time to Visit Nepal for Travel
A question I get asked constantly is, “When is the best time to visit Nepal?” Honestly, the question seems simple, but it really matters what you’re looking for. Is the weather, seeing local culture, avoiding crowds, or getting a good deal the most important to you? Which part of Nepal will you be visiting, or […]