My first day in Nepal I was robbed first time in (at that time) six years of nonstop traveling. The second day there was a 7.9 earthquake. Talk about a crazy first impression to a new country. However I quickly came to love the country.
I spent the next four months there doing quake relief work and consulting with the Nepal Tourism Board on their post-quake tourism strategy. I even made a nice uplifting Nepal earthquake video
Since then I have returned several times since and each trip has been more memorable than the one before it. The raw beauty of the landscape is further complimented by the colorful culture, friendly locals and simple yet surprisingly delicious cuisine. Definitely one of my top ten of favorite countries.
My first experience in Nepal was filled with earthquakes and relief work, so it was not until my third trip to Nepal that I finally got a chance to go trekking Annapurna Conservation Area, something most people do their first trip. Was great to cross another thing off my travel bucket list (because we all … Read more
I know what you’re thinking. Not possible. Are you sure you were in India? After all, Indian buses are known for lots of things — but civilized behavior is not one of them. From people openly spitting on the floor, others playing their annoying music or video games loud enough for the entire bus to … Read more
This week marks the start of Nepal’s biggest religious holiday, the annual week-long Indra Jatra festival. This Newari festival dates back to the 10th century and is characterized by grand processions, masked dancers, music, food and religious offerings. It pays tribute to Indra, the Hindu king of heaven. Lakhae dancer on the first day of … Read more
Life at the top of a mountain may be beautiful, but it certainly isn’t easy. Add an earthquake into the mix and it becomes downright tragic, a daily struggle just to survive that is still ongoing. I’ve been in Nepal for four months now and this is an inside look at what life is like … Read more
Last week after successfully completing the Rickshaw Run with all my limbs intact, I decided to head up to Nepal for some peace and quiet. My plan was to grab a motorcycle and find a simple little cabin in the mountains that I could post up for a few weeks and begin sorting and editing … Read more
