October 3rd, 2018 After a long day of trekking, we dropped our bags in Gorakshep and hit the trail again to make it to EBC before the sunset. The trail was long and chilly, the greenery and views had long fallen away back in Tengboche. All that was left was snow-capped mountains and grey rocks.… Continue reading The Commercialization of Everest Base Camp
September 25, 2018 As we trudged into Phakding after our first day of hiking in the Himalayas all I wanted to do was flop on my bed and sleep (a recurring theme of the trek). The afternoon clouds had already swooped in and taken the beautiful views. It was only around 3pm. My bunkmate and… Continue reading Cookies That Will Break Your Heart
September 28th, 2018 I woke up freezing cold, the sun was just peeking over Namche and shining its beautiful light on the other side of the mountain. The guys called us into their room to catch a photo out of their “superior” window. I surprisingly couldn't care less. Yesterday's entrance to Namche bazaar left… Continue reading Castle In The Sky part 2
