UPDATED September 2017: A 7.9 earthquake struck Nepal in April 2015. Nearly all of the earthquake damage has been repaired since then, making Nepal a safe place to go.
Train to Tibet
Updated 17 January 2017: Taking the train to Tibet is a great way to see the remote and isolated Northern Tibetan Plateau. This post explains more about the train and how to book tickets for the world’s highest railway.
Ladakh Travel Information
UPDATED September 2017: Ladakh, or Little Tibet, is located in far northern India. It is the far western extent of the Tibetan Plateau and is one of the most beautiful regions of the Himalaya.
14 Highest Mountains in the World
There are 14 peaks on our planet that rise above 8000 meters. Read this post to see where they are located and what each peak looks like.
My favorite towns across the Himalaya
There are many amazing small towns across the Himalaya. Here are 5 of my personal favorites found in India, Nepal, Tibet and the Kham region.
Mt Kailash Budget Tour
Updated November 2017: A small group tour to Mt. Kailash can drastically reduce the costs of this amazing journey. Read for further details on how to affordably travel to Asia’s holiest peak.
Tibet Travel Agency Nightmares
Not all travel agencies arrange quality tours. This post is about how to choose a reputable and safe travel agency for your journey across Tibet.
Tibet closed in February and March
UPDATED January 2019: Be sure to plan your journey to Tibet to avoid the annual closure that takes place in February and March. This closure happens EVERY year, so plan accordingly.
Chinese Visa when going from Tibet to Nepal
Updated January 2019: Find out how to get your Chinese tourist visa when going overland from China to Tibet and on to Nepal.