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The Best Destinations for LGBTQ+ Travelers, Beyond the Usual Suspects

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.
Meet the Climber Set to Become the First Afghan Woman to Climb Mount Everest

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.
7 Different Ways of Experiencing Queer Asia

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.
At the Foot of the Himalayas, the Once-Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang Is Now Welcoming Travelers

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.

Solo Trekking Was Just Banned in Nepal—What Does That Mean for Travelers?

The new rule goes into effect April 1. 

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.

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.

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.

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.”

Nepal Is Banning Single-Use Plastics on Mount Everest

Starting in 2020, a whole slew of regulations will be rolling out for hikers.

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.

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.

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.

Hiking the Himalayas: What to Know Before You Go

Surprise! You don’t have to be an extreme athlete to tackle Nepal.
These eight harvest celebrations around the world also involve giving thanks—the only difference is there's no turkey.

Fashion Designer Prabal Gurung Wants You to Visit Nepal

Fashion designer Gurung gives us his insider highlights for Kathmandu and beyond.

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.

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.