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Postcards from the Past: Asia

Postcards from the Past: Asia

This post is part two of a mini-series and features postcards I sent from my first backpacking adventures #backintheday. The first part included cards I sent from my first trip to Europe way back in 1988! This second part features my first independent travels to Asia,...

Trekking in Nepal: Gokyo Lake trek

Trekking in Nepal: Gokyo Lake trek

The trek from Lukla to Gokyo Lake is an interesting alternative to the more traditional Everest Base Camp trek as it is less well known and less-trekked.

Trekking in Nepal: Everest Base Camp

Trekking in Nepal: Everest Base Camp

The Everest region is the biggest trekking attraction in Nepal and the classic Everest Base Camp trek is top of the agenda for many trekkers to Nepal.

Trekking in Nepal: Upper Mustang trek

Trekking in Nepal: Upper Mustang trek

Hailed as ‘the last forbidden Kingdom’, trekking in Upper Mustang afford stunning scenery but the high cost of the permit keeps many trekkers away.

Trekking in Nepal: Around Annapurna

Trekking in Nepal: Around Annapurna

Trekking in Nepal: Around Annapurna trek, also known as the Annapurna Circuit, is a classic trek that circumnavigates the huge Annapurna massif.

Trekking in Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp

Trekking in Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp trek is superb and gets you right into the heart of the mountains. The glacial basin known as the Sanctuary will leave you speechless.

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