Nepal has quickly become one of my favorite countries I’ve ever been to. Whether it’s the jaw dropping views or the hospitality of the locals, this country has tons of reasons to visit. Before I came, it was one of the countries I did the least research on. Below are travel tips for Nepal including […]
Nepal Customs and Etiquette Guide for Travelers
Nepal is one of the most diverse countries I’ve ever visited, and therefore, has a myriad of customs and etiquette. As a tourist, it can be a little confusing at first. The important thing to know is that Nepali people are very relaxed. Although the items listed below are strictly followed by Nepalese, they don’t […]
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Cost & Budget
The Poon Hill Trekking route is a short trek that goes through the lower altitude regions of the Annapurna Conservation Area south of the Annapurna Range. It’s often misinterpreted as an easy trek because it’s only a few days long, however, this trek is difficult due to it being straight uphill. It is a cheaper […]
Travel Vaccinations for South East Asia
I’d like to start by stating that I am by no means a doctor in any way shape or form but thought it might be helpful to provide some info on the vaccinations for South East Asia I decided to get for a year long trip to 10 countries (Thailand, Myanmar, India, Nepal, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, […]
Celebrating the Tihar Festival in Nepal
One of the best parts of traveling is learning about other cultures. After spending a month in Bali and seeing the daily Hindu rituals performed there, I was excited to experience the Tihar Festival (a Nepali Hindu festival). One of my local friends thought it would be fun for me to see the difference between […]
Tips to Exchange Money in Nepal & Use ATMs
Having spent a lot of time in foreign countries, handling money seems like a no brainer. But, when I think back to my first real trip, I remember having no idea where to start. Should I exchange money in Nepal? Use a credit card? Do ATMs even exist there? A lot of people have asked […]
Celebrating Mha Puja in Nepal
Getting to celebrate Mha Puja in Nepal this year was a special treat. Typically, Mha Puja is reserved for family members, so I’ve never had the chance to experience it before. Since it’s my first year as a wife, I got to participate in the lovely ritual with my family. Hindu festivals and rituals are […]
Poon Hill Packing List
Packing for a trek is always difficult the first time. As someone who has done multiple treks in Nepal at different altitudes, I feel like a pro when it comes to packing everything I need. Typically, I carry my own bag, so it’s important to me not to overpack because I know I’ll have to […]
WiFi in Nepal: Where & How to Get Internet
As a digital nomad, one of the major things I look for when traveling is how hard it is to get WiFi in a country. WiFi in Nepal is surprisingly accessible, but takes a bit of patience. Although most places have WiFi, it doesn’t always work. A common expression in Nepal is “Ke garne?” or […]
Tirkhedhunga, Nepal Travel Guide
Tirkhedhunga, Nepal is a popular stop on the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. The village began to cater to tourists in the 1970’s when the Poon Hill Trek started. Since then, the village has developed with teahouses and restaurants. Now, a road goes past Tirkhedhunga, so not everyone stops there. However, the road sometimes washes out […]