Tadapani to Ghorepani, Nepal – Anna Purna Trail, Himalayas
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Tadapani to Ghorepani, Nepal – Anna Purna Trail, Himalayas

The blossom is in the shedding -Naomi After morning yoga on the upper deck our group, ages 13-63, enjoyed communal breakfast on the patio with mountain side views like this: We climbed again today, our longest and toughest day thus far. Reaching 8819 feet above sea level by 10am, we climbed thousands of granite steps…

Bistari Bistari – Anna Purna Trail, Himalayas, Nepal
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Bistari Bistari – Anna Purna Trail, Himalayas, Nepal

Our accommodations last night were in a newer Nepali mountain hotel which provides fun group meals, great views, and real toilets (squat toilets are common here), but no heat. At elevation it gets cold when the sun goes down so down jackets are needed sundown to sun up and bringing your own linens means a…

I’m Busy Sitting Still
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I’m Busy Sitting Still

If you visit Nepal, you will need a visa on arrival. Choose 15, 30, or 90 day durations. I highly recommend completing your application online in advance. The line can be long and you’ll be ready to not be in an airport longer than necessary. Print the completed application or take a photo of the…

Chiangkhan Culture
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Chiangkhan Culture

My friend and guide was released from the hospital after days of monitoring a punctured lung. We are so glad to have him back on his feet. After yesterday’s visit to the old temple, I learned it is between 300-400 years old and part of the old Langchiang Province, formerly known as “1 million elephants…