Join us for a special episode on the day of Dashain, the longest and most anticipated festival in Nepal. For many, this 10-day celebration is the most important time of the year, bringing families together from near and far.

But, for tourists it's the best of festivals to experience with booked out buses, and closed offices.

. Tune in to understand why this festival holds such a special place in the hearts of Nepalis everywhere, and how to navigate it as a tourist!

More on the Dashain festival in Nepal

Nepal's Peak Trekking Season has kicked off this September, leading into October, November, and indeed parts of December.

We take a look at if the protests earlier this month will affect tourist arrivals, what's new in the world of "do I need a TIMS card"?! New permits for popular treks. David Ways has a warning to solo trekkers in restricted trekking areas that nobody else covers, and much much more!

#Nepal #Trekking

What a week in Nepal! From a planned protest, to a social media ban, to the shooting of students, a government collapse and the rise of Nepal's first female prime minister.

We look to see if Nepal is now safe for tourists? We take a look at the overall situation in Nepal today. What's open? And we take a look at the new Prime Minister Sushila Karki

Full aricle on Nepal in 2025: safe to visit?

Only 72 hours after our podcast about the Social Media Ban in #Nepal - the Government fell.

We jump right in with an easy to follow listen on the who, how and whys of what happend. Anti-corruption #GenZ protests and what happens next?

The 2025 Nepal Protests

Join us as we unpack Nepal’s sudden 2025 social media ban, blocking 26 platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp.

Explore its impact on tourists in trekking or traveling around Nepal, local businesses, and digital freedom.

Hear about the #GenZ and #NepoBabies protest in Kathmandu, and learn how VPNs and DNS changes can keep you connected. David Ways Nepal travel author expands on this with real-time insights on this evolving storyRead David's article on Nepal’s 2025 Social Media Ban: How It Affects Tourists, Businesses, and Digital Freedom

Join us as we explore the ins and outs of internet access, Wi-Fi, mobile data, and SIM cards for travelers in Nepal.

From bustling Kathmandu to remote Himalayan trails, discover the best ways to stay connected, including top SIM providers, e-sims, data plans, and tips for reliable Wi-Fi in the mountains. Tune in for practical advice to keep you online during your Nepali adventure!

Read about the internet, sim cards and mobile data in Nepal

Join us for a truely immersive guide to one of Nepals most popular easy treks Poon Hill.

We cover everything from what you'll see, prices, accommodation, meals, trekking guides or more.

Going to Poon Hill, listen here first!

For the very latest, inlcuding if you need a trekking guide read the full Poon Hill Trekking Guide

It's rare that a travel writer says "don't go there!". But that's just what Nepal travel author David Ways recommends about Nuwakot this year ... and next year. Why? It's being torn down and rebuilt. The whole area is covered in scaffolding. Only those with a connection to Nuwakot, historians, or those who like ruins would have an interest in Nuwakot during this period. It's a difficult enough place to reach, let alone managing to get there only to find the fortress torn down.

Find out what to expect, when you and go, and more.