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Taking in mountain monasteries, mighty glaciers and up-close views of the world’s highest peak, the trek to Everest Base Camp in Nepal is one of the world’s top adventures. But it can get pretty crowded on the roof of the world. At the height of the trekking season, dozens of flights drop in daily to […]

Kathmandu has long been an essential stop on the outdoors circuit—but this enigmatic capital city is also a hotbed of culture, cuisine and creativity. From timeless temples and world food flavors to chic boutiques in former palaces, Kathmandu will keep you enthralled even if you aren’t planning a trek. The Nepali capital has hidden depths

Mount Everest is the pinnacle of adventure tourism. For the Sherpa people of Khumbu, it is also both a livelihood and the source of unspeakable hardship. Sitting on a wooden bench overlooking Namche Bazaar, a remote mountain town in northeastern Nepal, I watched a caravan of mules carrying cooking gas cylinders make its way toward

From the bird-filled wetlands and the planet’s tallest mountain to glorious high-altitude lakes and lowland forests that teem with wildlife, Nepal encompasses an incredible range of landscapes. It looks after much of it too with a dozen national parks and an assortment of other wildlife reserves and conservation areas. These spots are havens for trekkers,

With world-class trekking, mountain biking and whitewater rafting, historic cities and abundant wildlife, it’s easy to understand why Nepal draws so many travelers from across the globe. Few countries in the world fit so many thrilling landscapes – from the towering Himalayas to forested foothills and steamy lowlands – into such a small space. Deciding

Nepal is famous for its trekking trails, but the road network offers plenty of adventures at less dizzying altitudes. Having your own set of wheels – whether that means a rented bike or motorcycle or a chartered car and driver – means you can escape the crowds, explore at your own pace and visit remote

Both offer incredible mountains, deliciously spicy food and unique cultures to discover. But which should you visit? Be warned: both Bhutan and Nepal are likely to destroy your captivation-o-meter. It will explode at the mountainside monasteries. Clap out on once-in-a-lifetime treks. Shatter on the mere arrival at either Himalayan kingdom. So when it comes to

From the high Himalayas to the lush green foothills, from arid plateaus to shimmering glaciers, Nepal offers an incomparable array of hiking trails. If there’s a better – and easier – place to trek anywhere in the world, we’ve yet to find it. Many of Nepal’s most celebrated treks pass through national parks or protected

Himalayas specialist Bradley Mayhew, who writes our guidebooks to Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet, answers a question about trekking routes in Nepal. Question: I have three weeks planned for trekking in Nepal and I can’t decide between the Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit treks. Can you help? Answer: Ah, so many trails in Nepal, so

The Philippines is a relatively easy travel destination by Southeast Asian standards. English is widely spoken, and the country has an endearing don’t-worry-be-happy vibe, soothing for first-time visitors. Alas, volatile weather and natural disasters can mess up trips in a hurry, while a menu of 7000-plus islands creates itinerary headaches for even the most seasoned