Nepal is Safe to Travel #AdvTravelChat

Posted on Aug 21, 2015 by NepalTravel under Miscellaneous

Tags: Nepal,Safe,Travel,Chat,AfterEarthQuake

Dear All,
Last Wednesday, we had an amazing Travel Chat session- # AdvtravelChat!  First of all, we would like to thank everyone who participated and supported us. For those who missed the Twitter chat session, we have listed out the questions along with the answers received from the active participants. Please have a look, its very good to have such a session and we really appreciate everyone who participated?

Thanks 
MyHolidayNepal 

Question 1 :Welcome to #AdvTravelChat! We're talking Nepal adventures! What Nepal Adventures have you taken? 

 

Q1. Welcome to #AdvTravelChat! We're talking Nepal adventures! What Nepal Adventures have you taken? #AdvTravelChat

— nepalNOW (@thenepalnow) August 19, 2015

Q1. Welcome to #AdvTravelChat! We're talking Nepal adventures! What Nepal Adventures have you taken? #AdvTravelChat

— Nellie Huang (@WildJunket) August 19, 2015

So we got the follwing answers from the participant.

 

A1 I hiked the Annapurna Circuit w my father in 2009 – 23 days traversing villages, mtns & altitude! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/cmjOqfYbx6

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A1 - Enjoying the serenity of Pokhara w/ @Intrepid_Travel. Just spectacular. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/dxzB48JUNH

— Mikey Sadowski (@MikeySadowski) August 19, 2015

A1. In #Nepal, I've trekked to Everest Base Camp & been to Kathmandu. http://t.co/dMIin9j9Ze #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/i5fsqvMBr7

— Laurel Robbins (@Laurel_Robbins) August 19, 2015

A1. #Nepal is a stunner. Went on an Annapurna trek, explored Kathmandu and Chitwan w @gadventures. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/qVNEXugZZl

— Nellie Huang (@WildJunket) August 19, 2015

Everest + Gokyo Lakes = AMAZING! Watching sun rise from Kalar Patar is all time http://t.co/Sig5qB0Ayi #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/QOG0sxYAYS

— Leigh Barnes (@LCBarnes) August 19, 2015

A1. Trekking in the Himalayas is one of our favorites, but it's not for the faint of heart! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/Omodi9f7Te

— Skyscanner USA (@SkyscannerUSA) August 19, 2015

 

Question 2 : Why is Nepal a good place for adventure travel? ?

 

Q2. Why is Nepal a good place for adventure travel? #AdvTravelChat

— G Adventures (@gadventures) August 19, 2015

Answers from the participant.

A2. Nepal holds irresistible allure—I imagine travel there being as much about spirit as it is body. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/x2kqWSoxUw

— Daniel (@dsendecki) August 19, 2015

A2. Diversity! You can do an easy hike or climb the highest #mountain on earth! http://t.co/WDhuC4Vp3J #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/bGXEV5Cciq

— Laurel Robbins (@Laurel_Robbins) August 19, 2015

A2: It’s my favorite place for mountain treks bc of the village/trail culture you’re exposed to. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/MF0Rokjcnb

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A2 World-class mountains and a spiritual setting make Nepal a perfect place for adventure. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/DMMuD8c3tW

— G Adventures (@gadventures) August 19, 2015

A2 - #Nepal is THE place for adventure. It is not only the trekking but an amazing cultural adventure. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/m9TfKT2DUI

— Mikey Sadowski (@MikeySadowski) August 19, 2015

A2. You won't be this close to himlayas any where else :) #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/XMqmTTPNty

— Travel Nepal (@travel_np) August 19, 2015

A2: There's the crazy ass landing at Lukla while flying UP a mountain.... #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/CLUopGZsvc

— Peter West Carey (@pwcarey) August 19, 2015

A2. Adventure is all about surprises along thrill, Nepal has everything that will surprise you. #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/iBeqmvVq8C

— Shiva Dhakal - Nepal (@shiva_nepal) August 19, 2015

 

Question 3 : If you could only chose one, Everest base camp or Annapurna Circuit & why?

 

Q3. If you could only chose one, Everest base camp or Annapurna Circuit & why? #AdvTravelChat

— nepalNOW (@thenepalnow) August 19, 2015

A3. Everest! If you only go to Nepal once you have to see the mighty Sagarmāthā! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/3M59eivufd

— Intrepid Travel (@Intrepid_Travel) August 19, 2015

A3. Everest Adventure because of unique culture and history of mountaineering and amazing landscape #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/FXhepFjaj5

— Tashi Sherpa (@Tashi_GAdv) August 19, 2015

A3: I'd do EBC, but skip basecamp. Heading to Gokyo Lakes area instead. #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/4kEeSDHT7f

— Peter West Carey (@pwcarey) August 19, 2015

A3. Of course, EBC is one of the MUST do things that one should do in a lifetime. #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/OMdlKwTeLP

— Shiva Dhakal - Nepal (@shiva_nepal) August 19, 2015

A3. Annapurna Circuit - cultural diversity, natural beauty #AdvTravelChat #Nepal #SafeNepal http://t.co/PXAP5znXBd pic.twitter.com/CIJHoS8GTw

— Rajju Maskey (@GAdv_Rajju) August 19, 2015

 

Question 4 : What’s your favorite memory of adventurous transportation in Nepal? 

Q4 What’s your favorite memory of adventurous transportation in Nepal? #AdvTravelChat

— nepalNOW (@thenepalnow) August 19, 2015

A4: Riding the local buses was probably the more adventurous than climbing to 17,000 ft! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/eH0OaBJNa0

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A4. Can't go wrong with white-water rafting down the Trisuli river while in Nepal. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/vksFgo1Y1U

— Intrepid Travel (@Intrepid_Travel) August 19, 2015

A4. Flying into Lukla, with it's very short runway! http://t.co/SLgD1hlegI #AdvTravelChat #Nepal pic.twitter.com/UIQVohNRfm

— Laurel Robbins (@Laurel_Robbins) August 19, 2015

A4 - The most adventurous transportation you can take in Nepal is your own two feet! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/vnPRWAv3Dl

— Mikey Sadowski (@MikeySadowski) August 19, 2015

#advtravelchat how about trying this roadways @ottsworld @Laurel_Robbins @dsendecki pic.twitter.com/uxw5WSodmH

— MyHolidayNepal.com (@myholidaynepal) August 19, 2015

A4. Riding on a chopper while gazing at the views on my way to Everest Adventure #AdvTravelChat @gadventures pic.twitter.com/TuNuEnQtBy

— Tashi Sherpa (@Tashi_GAdv) August 19, 2015

 

Question 5 : What’s your favorite trekking food in Nepal? 

Q5. What’s your favorite trekking food in Nepal? #AdvTravelChat

— Adventure.com (@Adventurecom) August 19, 2015

A5: I always love myself a good Nepal cinnamon roll along the trail! Calories don't count in Nepal! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/nNoXUwRcIl

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A5. I think a lot of people would agree w me - Dal Bhat (rice with lentils)! Also love dhindo! #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/5pupVkjexy

— Nellie Huang (@WildJunket) August 19, 2015

A5. I can only imagine that yak butter would invigorate a cup of morning coffee! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/6Vjmq3xNyj

— Daniel (@dsendecki) August 19, 2015

A5. @WildJunket Momos (dumplings) for sure! These ones were made by our sisters at SASANE in Pokhara #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/gKOLXnEW4i

— Planeterra (@PlaneterraCares) August 19, 2015

A5. Dal Bhat Power 24 Hour. #advtravelchat

— Shiva Dhakal - Nepal (@shiva_nepal) August 19, 2015

A5. I agree with you, @ottsworld. Kathmandu has amazing baked goods! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/kEVe99tPoC

— Sacha (@SachaM) August 19, 2015

A5 You definitely can't miss Newari food #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/UY7gSjr83z

— Travel Nepal (@travel_np) August 19, 2015

 

Question 6 : Sherpa or carry gear yourself & go it alone in Nepal?

 Q6. Sherpa or carry gear yourself & go it alone in Nepal? #AdvTravelChat

— nepalNOW (@thenepalnow) August 19, 2015

A6. Go with those who know! They know what benefits their home, the traveller, and the planet best. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/TncjXEdm6w

— Daniel (@dsendecki) August 19, 2015

A6 With a sherpa, you get local expertise and contribute to the local economy. #AdvTravelChat (photo: @pwcarey) pic.twitter.com/cQDv0VZpbW

— G Adventures (@gadventures) August 19, 2015

A6: Sherpa…I’m a weenie! But it’s also a great way to get a bit more local & learn abt the culture! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/kCkwUwBiGd

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A6: I’d recommend getting a Sherpa in Nepal! They rely on tourism dollars & they will be struggling after the earthquake #AdvTravelChat

— Louise Ferguson (@loufergie) August 19, 2015

 

Question 7 : What non-hiking adventures have you done in Nepal? 

Q7. What non-hiking adventures have you done in Nepal? #AdvTravelChat

— ⌠ Derek4Real ⌡ (@the_HoliDaze) August 19, 2015

A7 @WildJunket gave us the scoop on the best Nepal has to offer in this post: http://t.co/q8U3JoOB47 #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/EXJ9ebvN8l

— G Adventures (@gadventures) August 19, 2015

If you are in Nepal, and not hiking then you ought to fly like birds. #paragliding #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/rFviTMFAg1

— Shiva Dhakal - Nepal (@shiva_nepal) August 19, 2015

A7: Cultural sightseeing is always a must. Kathmandu alone has tons to do. #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/Cf8Q1AfB27

— Peter West Carey (@pwcarey) August 19, 2015

A7 #AdvTravelChat # gadventure pic.twitter.com/Z4zDi8rNCz

— Baikuntha Simkhada (@GAdv_Bk) August 19, 2015

A7 #skyjump #Pokhara :) @the_HoliDaze @thenepalnow @GAdv_Dawa #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/p7AWERvIcw

— MyHolidayNepal.com (@myholidaynepal) August 19, 2015

A7: zipline, paragliding, whitewater rafting, bungeejump,cycling and more #AdvTravelChat #nepal

— Monica KC (@GAdv_Monica) August 19, 2015

A7: Roaming the Kathmandu Markets at night is a photographic adventure. #advtravelchat pic.twitter.com/yTOFxoPWRt

— Peter West Carey (@pwcarey) August 19, 2015

A7. #AdvTravelChat mountain flight with campagne breakfast #nepal @gadventures pic.twitter.com/LQjCJB5D4n

— Tashi Sherpa (@Tashi_GAdv) August 19, 2015

 

Question 8 : What hiking advice can you give for Nepal? 

Q8. What hiking advice can you give for Nepal? #AdvTravelChat

— G Adventures (@gadventures) August 19, 2015

A8. #Hike slowly to avoid altitude sickness -regardless of how experienced u r! http://t.co/aqtAYvpV5U #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/JvskErlGtq

— Laurel Robbins (@Laurel_Robbins) August 19, 2015

A8. Be prepared for altitude sickness. Try to eat local and stay in local teahouses. Villagers are more than willing to chat! #AdvTravelChat

— Nellie Huang (@WildJunket) August 19, 2015

A8. I defer to @pwcarey! Check out his piece on high altitude in the Himalayas: http://t.co/F4km9zYhzi #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/5g6kYjZZhA

— Daniel (@dsendecki) August 19, 2015

A8: Stay uphill from yaks and donkeys. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/yflSlFCjEN

— Peter West Carey (@pwcarey) August 19, 2015

 

Question 9 : What’s on your Nepal Adventure bucket list?

 

Q9. What’s on your Nepal Adventure bucket list? #AdvTravelChat

— Sherry Ott (@ottsworld) August 19, 2015

A9: To lend a hand in the rebuilding and recovery process any way that I can. #AdvTravelChat

— The Adventure Blog (@kungfujedi) August 19, 2015

A9 #SafeNepal #GAdventures @gadventures #AdvTravelChat stay in the community home stay pic.twitter.com/D02NRUT9BE

— Dawa Pun (@GAdv_Dawa) August 19, 2015

A9: My next adventure in Nepal will be cycling in Pokhara #AdvTravelChat http://t.co/TI6Xssv5If

— Louise Ferguson (@loufergie) August 19, 2015

 

Question 10: Share a photo of yourself on a Nepal Adventure!?

 

Q10. Share a photo of yourself on a Nepal Adventure! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/9IaIp0Pmsr

— Intrepid Travel (@Intrepid_Travel) August 19, 2015

A10. Great shot of my mate a top Kalar Patar. Love how blue that sky is. #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/DVFVKPnonv

— Leigh Barnes (@LCBarnes) August 19, 2015

Q10: :) #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/NHGJu0pq7T

— Chrissy (@LulubelleND) August 19, 2015

A10. Without doubt this sud be photos that every traveller hav #AdvTravelChat @GAdv_Narayan #SafeNepal pic.twitter.com/QRsdB15Jnh

— Rajju Maskey (@GAdv_Rajju) August 19, 2015

A 10. Have you ever rode on a snow yak ??#AdvTravelChat @gadventures #nepal pic.twitter.com/epDt2LjgqK

— Tashi Sherpa (@Tashi_GAdv) August 19, 2015

A10: Me at Everest Base Camp! #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/IKkQiNxqlG

— The Adventure Blog (@kungfujedi) August 19, 2015

A10 Me loving my job! #kayaking #Nepal #AdvTravelChat pic.twitter.com/JbkMur8wpS

— GRG Adventures Nepal (@GRGkayaking) August 19, 2015

A10.amazing moment #AdvTravelChat @gadventures pic.twitter.com/mdExwDoKl9

— Suman Khatri (@GAdv_Suman) August 19, 2015

A10 #AdvTravelChat #nepal pic.twitter.com/Wlj4Nq6Vsh

— Monica KC (@GAdv_Monica) August 19, 2015

#AdvTravelChat CLICKABLE SELFIE's up! Show Your Love... http://t.co/589hPLcq4J @wildjunket pic.twitter.com/ck5Gas22Hg

— Travelogx (@Travelogx) August 19, 2015

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