“Nepal’s beauty lies not just in its landscapes but in its people.”

Just 20 miles east of Kathmandu, in the foothills of Nepal’s Himalayas, sits Bastola, a small village in Nagarkot municipality.

A journey that unveils the unexpected similarities between the vibrant cultures of Sarawak and Nepal, where community spirit, rich traditions, and heartfelt hospitality create a bridge between these distant lands.

Nepal isn’t all treks and Kathmandu. Travellers who get off the tourist trail find rural guesthouses, cultural experiences and connection

An event happened last May, which immediately reserved its space in the unplanned series I started on my blog and continued here on Travel Tomorrow.

An alternative to Nepal’s Poon Hill, peaceful Mohare Danda has comparable Himalayan views and benefits local women and families

NEPAL – Most travellers know Nepal as a land of majestic snow-capped mountains and trekking trails. 

Women-led local homestay program spearheads reform in Himalayan nation

Prior to this community trek trip to Nepal, I knew it was going to change my life but I didn't realise how much of an impact it would make writes Cheryl Tay.
 

I have heard journalists comparing Everest Base Camp to a toilet more times in the past year than in a decade exploring the mountains of India, Pakistan and Nepal.

Seeing a shaman performing a ritual on a hot summer day in Eastern Nepal is not something most travellers would expect. But there he was in his white shirt and long skirt, chains and bells wrapped around his chest, and a headgear full of feathers. He was circling an obelisk, banging on what looked like a metal plate.

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For travelers seeking an immersive and authentic experience off the beaten track, the Community Homestay Network (CHN) offers a unique opportunity to connect with local communities, experience their way of life, and contribute to sustainable tourism.

When you travel through Nepal, you can choose to stay in a homestay. You will stay with a local family. In April, I went to Nepal in collaboration with Community Homestay Network to experience this myself.