Nam Tso, Gyantse and Shigatse: The overland route from Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake, Gyantse, Shigatse, and Nam Tso Lake is a fantastic route that allows you to see Tibet’s most famous monasteries, temples, and some of Asia’s most stunning high-altitude…
Pangong Tso
Pangong Tso is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Himalayas. It is found in Ladakh in far northwest India, about 160 kilometers east of the capital town of Ladakh. Read this post for more information about this amazing…
The Himalaya Mountains
The Himalaya Mountains: The amazing Himalayas! If you are traveling to Tibet, Bhutan, or Nepal, no trip is complete without getting up close to at least one of the main peaks in the Himalayas. For information about treks or tours…
Tibet Dolma’s Home: Great Hotel in Lhasa!
Tibet Dolma’s Home is a great hotel located near the Norbulingka in Lhasa. The owner, a local Tibetan woman named Dolma, is one of the most amazing women I have ever met. Of her 34 staff, 26 of them are…
Tibetan Men from the Everest Region
Tibetan Men from the Everest Region: I recently spent the afternoon with a fantastic group of about 40 men who live about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the Tibet side of Mt. Everest. Afternoon with Tibetan man from Everest Last…
Nepal Earthquake Update
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.
Ladakh Travel Information
Ladakh Travel Information: 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. For information on a reputable travel…
14 Highest Mountains in the World
14 Highest Mountains in the World: 14 peaks on our planet rise above 8000 meters. Read this post to see where they are located and what each peak looks like. For reputable and affordable Himalaya travel agency recommendations, send me…
My favorite towns across the Himalaya
My favorite towns across the Himalayas: There are many amazing small towns across the Himalayas. Here are five of my personal favorites locate in India, Nepal, Tibet, and the Kham region. Leh, Ladakh, India: Elevation 3425 meters Leh, located in the…
Update on Amnye Machen
Update on Amnye Machen. Here are details on how to still trek around Mt. Amnye Machen while avoiding the current road construction project. Amnye Machen Trekking *The Information on Amnye Machen was current when I wrote it. However, conditions could…