I’m really excited about going on this trek. I think a big reason for that is that it’s something completely new and challenging for me. I have a coffee for breakfast and order a brownie with it. Expected them to just slap it on a plate but instead they did this. Excited and on sugar […]
10 Days Himalayas
Right then, tomorrow is the big day (play the intro of Survivor – Eye Of The Tiger here). Heading out on the longest trek of my life. Considering that the two days back in Laos were the longest so far, it’s quite an increment. That being said, the treks around here have a reputation for […]
Amazing Asia
Two things keep amazing me about Asia. Number one is that Asia works. They find a solution for everything and make things happen with smallest means. They transport fridges on scooters, they use chopped-off fish heads as candle holders, they keep machines alive that the west abandoned decades ago. Take a radio that was at […]
The touristy corner of Pokhara
Tourism in Pokhara and Nepal in general was badly hit by the aftermath of the 2015 earthquake and the following Indian border closure that resulted in a severe lack of gas, petrol and many other things needed during winter time. These days, parts of the main tourist area in Pokhara look like a ghost town. […]
Construction Workers in Kathmandu
So you think your job is tough?
Pokhara
To get from Kathmandu to Pokhara, the adventurous traveller has several options. A short hop on a domestic airline is the fastest and most expensive. Given that this country had two plane crashes in the short time that I’ve been here, it’s not an option I’d seriously consider. Which leaves road transportation (or walking). There […]