Nepal: A Big City Vacation Destination

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Looking for the nightlife, the sparkling lights, the tall buildings and hustle and bustle that can only be found in a big city? Plan a big city vacation that is sure to provide plenty of entertainment for you, your family or friends. From checking out the new hotspot, to a local's favorite, you'll find plenty of things to do and places to sample the cuisine and culture. Finding accommodations to fit your budget and style is not a problem, however in peak travel times, is usually good to book in advance. Getting around is usually inexpensive and convenient in a big city, with buses, subways, taxi cabs or trains - get a map or join a walking tour to soak in all on by foot....read more »

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Kathmandu

With a stunning backdrop of some of the tallest mountain peaks in the world, Nepals capital city, Kathmandu, offers enough attractions to fulfill the wishes of many travelers. Known as the gateway to the Himal, Kathmandu attracts hikers and climbers fro... read more »
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Pokhara

Pokhara is a delightful modern city of temples, shops, and natural beauty. The Purano Bazaar in Old Centre is a tourist favorite, with old shops and historic architecture. The city is flanked by snowcapped mountain ranges and breathtaking gorges. Many o... read more »
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Khumjung

Find highlights on things to do and see in Khumjung shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Khumjung across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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Lumbini Grove

Find highlights on things to do and see in Lumbini Grove shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Lumbini Grove across multiple sites to help plan y... read more »

Top Five Big City Trip Blogs

Snakes alive! | Mar 29 07'

by Jas_Ed a real traveler from Brisbane, on vacation in Kathmandu

Namaste.Let me start this one off with a plain old 'HOLY SHIT!'I hadn't really thought abount what this place would be like. But the drive from the... Continue reading »
Nepal! | Nov 30 07'

by Ian and Magda a 35 year old male traveling as a couple from United States, on vacation in Kathmandu

"I am surrounded by maroon cloaked monks who have come from one of the many surrounding monasteries to use the internet"

We arrived in Kathmandu after a grueling tour of Rajistan, looking for a place to rest our feet and perhaps take a warm shower. We actually got bot... Continue reading »
Trek to Khumjung | Oct 23 07'

by hikergal a female traveling as a couple from Boca Raton, on vacation in Khumjung

October 24, 2007: Khumjung( 12,450') Breakfast today was oatmeal and French toast. I am still forcing myself to eat.We were on the trail at 8:... Continue reading »
Of course -- this is Nepal. . . | Sep 26 07'

by e l i z a b e t h a 26 year old female from Denver, on vacation in Kathmandu

It has been a fun few days since I last wrote. I have three different blogs and titles that I've wanted to write but each is pretty short - so to t... Continue reading »
Welcome to Nepal | Mar 04 02'

by bowles a real traveler, on vacation in Kathmandu

Our flight from Bangkok to Kathmandu was unremarkable, despite flying on Royal Nepal Airlines. No delays, catastrophes, or mid-air collisions. Th... Continue reading »

Nepal Travel Experiences

An Ordinary Day

I've spent the last four days in Kathmandu. I hadn't planned to spend all four days here, more like just two. However there is a festival... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler nathan u
details of the trek, Part One

Hi folks, It's Joanne, and I finally decided it was time for me to tackle the telling of the tale of the ever so fabulous 15... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler joeysan1
Farewell Indian Subcontinent

Time is flying by! I can't believe that are already 7 months into our trip and geographically halfway around the globe. Of all of the... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler projectbeat
Teaching english in the Khumbu

Now this was the trip of a lifetime. My first time away from the family. But the best oppertunity of my life (so far). I... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Sharper
Trekking the Himalayas

Nepal has definitely made it high on our list of trip favorites. The landscape is amazing, the people's laughter always buzzs in... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler projectbeat