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Blog - The Himalaya

The Tiger Balm Tales

By Kirsty Parsons - 27th August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

The Tiger Balm Tales

If you’ve ever considered walking the Annapurna Circuit and couldn’t find the perfect walking companion, then chances are he’s been in front of you your whole life. When Sherry made the decision to trek the Annapurna... Read more

Getting to Know Nepal - Some Recommended Reading

By Kirsty Parsons - 25th August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Ask an Expert , The Himalaya

Getting to Know Nepal - Some Recommended Reading

Here are some of our favourite books to give you a flavour of Nepal and your Everest Base Camp Trek and inspire your travels:... Read more

A New Generation of News in Bhutan

By Jude Limburn - 20th August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

A New Generation of News in Bhutan

Many travellers on Bhutan tours are somewhat surprised upon arriving in Paro; encountering a city whose inhabitants, whilst maintaining a deep cultural pride and traditional values, are not afraid to embrace a progressive approach to education and technology.... Read more

Everest the Easy Way

By Kirsty Parsons - 18th August 2010
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

Everest the Easy Way

Conquering Everest is certainly viewed as one of the toughest challenges a person can put to themselves, and not everyone is cut out for it. Rigorous training is required and as much mental as physical preparation... Read more

The Three Yetis of the Annapurna Circuit

By Kirsty Parsons - 1st August 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , The Himalaya

The Three Yetis of the Annapurna Circuit

Dark shadowy human-like figures have been seen by trekkers walking the Annapurna Circuit, large ape-like footprints have been photographed and hair samples sent away for analysis – yet despite all this, scientists insist there... Read more

Bhutan Trekking for the A-List

By Mountain Kingdoms - 31st July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Bhutan Trekking for the A-List

“Let me tell you something, you have not partied till you’ve partied at dawn in complete silence with Buddhist monks”, said Cameron Diaz when reminiscing about her Bhutan trekking holiday with Eva Mendes.... Read more

Preparing for Your Everest Base Camp Trek - The Nitty Gritty

By Kirsty Parsons - 30th July 2010
in Ask an Expert , The Himalaya , Everest Base Camp

Preparing for Your Everest Base Camp Trek - The Nitty Gritty

To visit Nepal you must have a Nepalese visa. It’s advisable to apply for your visa in advance from the Nepalese Embassy in London. For an Everest Base Camp Trek you need a 30 day multiple entry visa.... Read more

Youngest Meets Highest

By Kirsty Parsons - 29th July 2010
in Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet , Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking

Youngest Meets Highest

It seems every month there are records being broken on the summit of the world’s highest mountain these days. When questioned as to why he wanted to climb Everest in 1924, British explorer George Mallory famously... Read more

Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Mountain Echoes Literary Festival

Those lucky enough to be on a Bhutan trek in May of this year who had a keen interest in the myths, legends and folklore of the region would have had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the inaugural Mountain Echoes... Read more

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