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The Best Destinations for LGBTQ+ Travelers, Beyond the Usual Suspects
Looking at public opinion data from Equaldex as well as guidance from IGLTA, we pick a few standouts—outside the usual havens in North America and Europe.
By Charlie Hobbs

Meet the Climber Set to Become the First Afghan Woman to Climb Mount Everest
Freshta Ibrahimi, born in Tehran and raised in Kabul, wants to show women in Afghanistan where they can stand.
By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman

7 Different Ways of Experiencing Queer Asia
From the electrifying drag scene in Manila to tranquil Nepalese mountaintops, these are some of the most exciting destinations for LGBTQ travel in Asia.
By Kat Chen

At the Foot of the Himalayas, the Once-Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang Is Now Welcoming Travelers
In central Nepal, a sumptuous new hotel provides a gateway to the physically austere and culturally dynamic land of Mustang.
By Chandrahas Choudhury
Solo Trekking Was Just Banned in Nepal—What Does That Mean for Travelers?
The new rule goes into effect April 1.
By Shikha Tripathi
How Indigenous Tour Operators Are Reclaiming Their Ancestral Ties to National Parks Around the World
From Uganda to Montana, the creation of national parks has led to the displacement of Indigenous communities who, today, invite travelers to learn their stories.
By Katherine Gallardo
Historian John Keay: 'We Must Rescue the Himalayas from the Explorers'
Early explorers saw the land as a place to do a bit of hunting and that kind of possessive approach still carries on in the present.
By Arman Khan
How Women-Only Treks Are Claiming Space on Mount Everest
Mount Everest, an icon in our collective imagination, has historically been a male-dominated arena of competition and endurance. These women are changing that.
By Florence Derrick
I’m an Everest Guide, and I’m Worried About the Future of Climbing
“There’s no way to abide by social distancing while climbing.”
By Ashlea Halpern
Nepal Is Banning Single-Use Plastics on Mount Everest
Starting in 2020, a whole slew of regulations will be rolling out for hikers.
By Megan Spurrell
On Your Next Trip to Nepal, Rent the House Sir Edmund Hillary Loved
The so-called Happy House is where the Everest conqueror used to stay on his return visits to the Himalayas. Now run by the sherpa family who built it, the house can be taken over for adventures of your own.
By Sophy Roberts
15 Beloved Places Struggling With Overtourism
You don't necessarily have to avoid them, though—here's how you can travel responsibly.
By CNT Editors
Nepal, One Year After the Earthquake, Wants You Back
There's never been a better time to travel to Nepal, especially as the country needs you more than ever.
By Cynthia Drescher
This Is the World's Most Dangerous Airport
Tiny planes and turbulence are the least of your worries when taking off and landing in Lukla, Nepal. We did it and lived to tell the tale.
By Cynthia Drescher
Hiking the Himalayas: What to Know Before You Go
Surprise! You don’t have to be an extreme athlete to tackle Nepal.
By Jen Murphy
These eight harvest celebrations around the world also involve giving thanks—the only difference is there's no turkey.
By Peter Nosal
Fashion Designer Prabal Gurung Wants You to Visit Nepal
Fashion designer Gurung gives us his insider highlights for Kathmandu and beyond.
By Lauren DeCarlo
Are You Old (or Young) Enough to Climb Mt. Everest?
Nepalese authorities are considering age restrictions to help curb the number of people climbing the world's tallest mountain.
By Lilit Marcus
Nepal Tourism Is Back On
Despite concerns about safety and infrastructure following the earthquakes earlier this year, Nepal has gotten the all-clear for tourism, including on Mt. Everest.
By Lilit Marcus