We have had our fair share of challenging journeys but the bus journey from Bardia to Kathmandu was probably James’s least favourite of them all. There was the simple fact that it took 20 hours and that alone made it quite unappealing. This, combined with the extensive roadworks and appalling Nepali driving, made for a … Continue reading Kathmandu take two
Nepali Food
Pokhara: Our on-off home for two weeks
We came to Nepal for several reasons but one of the main ones was the outdoor activities available, particularly trekking and white water rafting. There are available in a number of places but the main hub is definitely Pokhara so, bleary eyed, we boarded the early morning tourist bus to travel the 200km there. Nepali … Continue reading Pokhara: Our on-off home for two weeks
Our first taste of Nepal in Kathmandu (mmm momos)
A week previous to our flight to Nepal there had been a crash on the runway at Kathmandu airport and 50 people had died. This was a rather somber and scary background to our trip and we and all of our loved ones were relieved when we arrived safely in Nepal. It was one of … Continue reading Our first taste of Nepal in Kathmandu (mmm momos)
The Rolling Stones 