Nepal

Why wait for the Christmas break to finally take that holiday you’ve been dreaming of? Here’s your no-fuss list of places to go, things to see, and good weather to chase around the world in November.

Ready for the climb of your life? Here’s what to know before you take on a trek to epic Everest Base Camp.

The snow-capped Tibetan mountains loomed up in the far distance as we trekked through Nepal up a valley to the highest village on our trek, Kyanjin. Our path took us…

A year ago, it was Nepal’s plea for help that drew me there. Today, it’s the mountains that are calling me back.

Most travellers, donors and volunteers just want to help, but it’s an industry that’s doing more harm than good. Something needs to change.

If somebody like me – a giant baby when it comes to any heat whatsoever – can tackle Nepal during the height of monsoon season, anyone can. Here’s my handy survival guide.

So now I have completed my first marathon, which just also happens to be the highest in the world…

It’s the choice facing every Nepalese adventurer: Annapurna vs Everest. Whose scene reigns supreme? We’ve got the definitive guide.

I learnt to respect both the path we tread and those with whom we shared it. So maybe, just maybe, I am cut out for this group travel thing.