Author: Pemba Sherpa
What I Learned From Travelling Beyond the Tourist Trail
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There are obvious reasons why many travellers pick the same destinations to explore. I can’t argue against affordable transport, safe accommodation, and a welcoming culture – no one can. Yet these destinations, such as an Everest pilgrimage or Phuket’s tropical beaches, simply don’t appeal to me. Instead of sitting and…
Best Trekking Company in Nepal for Everest Base Camp Trek
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I get asked some version of this question almost every week: “how do I actually pick a trekking company for Everest Base Camp?” People message me after falling down a rabbit hole of near-identical websites, all promising the same “professional guides” and “best price guarantee,” with no real way to…
When in Rome: A Comprehensive Guide to theCity’s Must-See Sights and Quieter Corners
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In this guide, I’m going to give you the lowdown on the must-visit places in Rome one of the world’s most famous cities, renowned for its rich heritage, iconic landmarks, and romantic restaurants. I’ll tell you all about the city’s most famous attractions, what each of them has to offer,…
Is Thailand still worth visiting in 2027? An honest review after too many trips
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Short answer: yes, but not for the reasons the brochures give you, and not if you go about it the lazy way. I’ve been to Thailand enough times now that friends just message me before they book instead of Googling. And the question I get most in the last year…
A Taste of Asia: Eating Your Way Through Japan
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Japan has emerged as a popular travel destination in the last few years. The increase in interest in Japanese culture and TV shows, including anime, has surged this interest, as well as access to easier travel to pages half way across the world and translation devices, which make it easier…
Manaslu Expedition Autumn 2026 – September to November Booking
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Planning to join the Manaslu Expedition this autumn (September to November)? If so, this detailed guide covers everything you need to know before your climb. Standing at 8,163 meters (26,781 feet), Manaslu is the world’s eighth-highest mountain and one of the most rewarding 8,000-meter expeditions in Nepal. While it is…
My Journey Through Local Food Markets and Hidden Streets
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I’ve always found there to be something so grounding about taking a stroll through the local market at dawn when they’re still setting up all the stalls and the mixed aromas of freshly picked produce, spices and tea fill the air. As I developed over the years, I began to…
Why Join the Mount Everest Expedition in Spring 2027?
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Have you ever looked up at a mountain and thought, “What if I actually climbed that?” Now picture the biggest mountain on Earth. Mount Everest. Standing at 8,848.86 meters above sea level. The highest point any human being can stand on this planet. Spring 2027 is shaping up to be…
THAILAND FOR INDIANS
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Thailand still sits at the top of nearly every Indian traveler’s wish list, and for good reason: a four-hour flight, street food that rivals home, beaches that don’t, and a currency that stretches further than the rupee almost anywhere outside South Asia. But 2026 has thrown a few curveballs: a…
Kathmandu to Lukla Flight Booking
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Almost every Everest Base Camp adventure starts the same way: with a short, thrilling flight into the mountains. The Kathmandu to Lukla flight carries you from Nepal’s busy capital to the doorstep of the Khumbu region in well under an hour, replacing several grueling days of walking with one unforgettable…
