Kathmandu to Pokhara I caught the merry-go-round bus with Kumar (my guide for the next 5-days) to Pokhara, leaving behind the urban sprawl of Kathmandu. It was an enjoyable journey winding down the mountain with its death-defying bends; passing traditional villages and oxen ploughing paddy fields; with Bollywood music blasting. The bus was a constant circus of people hopping aboard to sell their wares. We stopped for the obligatory “all … Continue reading
Yesterday I arrived to beeping cars, the smell of burning fires and incense, a grey smoggy haze – ahh my home for the next 3 months. A Nepali friend, I met 2 years ago, has arranged a guide for a small trek somewhere near Pokhara. I met my guide at the airport – well I think that’s who escorted me to my hotel. My guide does not speak a word of … Continue reading
Can’t believe the day as arrived and I’m on the road again. I have been so excited all week, driving everyone around me insane as I counted down the days and then the hours. It has been a full on week, with good bye parties and work not letting up, but now I can forget all about that for awhile. I am writing this from Bangkok. It is a sticky heat, but I … Continue reading
Before you go check if you need any vaccinations. Unfortunately some countries health standards are lower than your body may be use to and there are lots of evil diseases out there, so it is important to consider getting immunisations before your trip to protect yourself from the likes of hepatitis, malaria, yellow fever etc. This web site is helpful in determining what vaccinations you need and provides great advice … Continue reading
I am flying to Nepal with an overnighter at Bangkok. I land at 10 pm and leave at 10.30am the next day, so no time for any sightseeing. I briefly considered roughing at the airport overnight, hard floor vs a soft bed. Hmmm hard choice, I’ll do the grown up thing and stay in a hotel. Since it is literally a flying visit (excuse the terrible pun – heeee!!!!) I decided it’s best to stay close to … Continue reading
