Best Time To Visit Nepal

by Olly M | Mar 28, 2018 | Destinations & Cultures, Need To Know | 0 Comments

When is the best time to go to Nepal? The best time to visit Nepal may well depend on what your plans are, whether you'll go to Chitwan National Park, Kathmandu or Annapurna Base Camp. Nepal is a country of extremes. The lowland plains of the Terai can have tropical...

Plug Adapters and Electricity

by Olly M | Jul 24, 2017 | Need To Know | 0 Comments

Which Plug Do I Need For My Destination? It's important to know about plug adapters and electricity when it comes to packing for your trip. In many destinations, you'll find common plug types such as European (type C) and American (type B), but this isn't always the...

Most Romantic Places For Valentine’s Day in Nepal

by Olly M | Feb 10, 2016 | Destinations & Cultures | 0 Comments

Certain To Get You In The Mood For Love These are the moments that inspire us to fall in love, not just with the surroundings but with the person who's beside us. In preparation for Valentine's Day, we searched Nepal to find the most romantic places. Whether you've...

David Beckham Visits Nepal

by Olly M | Nov 10, 2015 | Blog, Charity & Giving | 0 Comments

After a tough year for the Nepalese people, through earthquakes and fuel shortages, a visit from David Beckham thrilled a nation. His visit has made headline news and hopefully raised awareness of Nepal to the world that it is ready to welcome visitors. Nepal really...

The Hornbill Festival In Nagaland

by Olly M | Oct 29, 2015 | Destinations & Cultures | 0 Comments

Spirit of Unity Nagaland is a mountainous state in northeast India, bordering Myanmar, known as a land of festivals, with each of the many tribes celebrating numerous festivals throughout the year. Every year for 10 days, 1st - 10th December, Nagaland celebrates a...

How to Give Gifts in a Developing Country

by Olly M | Oct 29, 2015 | Charity & Giving, Need To Know | 1 Comment

When travelling to developing countries many people want to give gifts but which is best? Not everything you give is suitable and some things can be harmful or even offensive to local customs, traditions and religions. Living circumstances in many developing countries...

Trekking Through The Mountains: Be Prepared For A Long Walk

by Olly M | Sep 7, 2015 | Destinations & Cultures, Need To Know | 0 Comments

Trekking The Himalayas If you love getting out and about in wild places, what could be better than a trip to the Himalayas? With amazing scenery, challenging terrain and a fascinating history, it’s a thrilling place to go, but trekking there is seriously hard work,...

10 Things Not To Pack For Your Holiday

by Olly M | Jul 29, 2015 | Blog | 0 Comments

You Don't Really Need These, Do You? Here's a handy list of 10 things not to pack for your holiday provided by our partners Holiday Extras, the UK market leader for travel add-ons. Himalayan Footsteps® organise personalised escorted tours to the most attractive...

Bhutan: A Film By Clemens Purner

by Olly M | Jul 22, 2015 | Destinations & Cultures | 0 Comments

Wonderfully Shot Video Of Bhutan Check out this beautiful video! Superbly edited and makes us desperately want to get on a plane right now and go to Bhutan. Himalayan Footsteps® design the most inspiriting luxury escorted tours in Bhutan, watch this great video to see...

International Tiger Day 29th July

by Olly M | Jul 17, 2015 | Charity & Giving, Eco Matters | 0 Comments

Hopefully, Everything You Need To Know International Tiger Day, also known as Global Tiger Day, is an annual celebration to raise awareness for tiger conservation, held annually on 29 July. Founded in 2010 during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit, it is an...