January 31st, 2010 by Ambrose Bittner

I’m currently in Bangkok en route to Nepal. The newspapers here are abuzz with speculation that a military coup will be staged soon against the current government.  One paper is speculating that something might happen between February 4th and 14th: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/Observers-Coup-t334953.html share:Digg this postRecommend on FacebookTweet about itSubscribe to the comments on this post

January 20th, 2010 by Ambrose Bittner

In what seems like a knee-jerk reaction to terrorism, India has just come out with two new visa requirements that affect all travelers to India: New Requirement #1: Additional Documentation Now Required for All Visa types As of January 15, 2010, travelers of all nationalities who are applying for any type of Indian visa will [...]

January 20th, 2010 by Ambrose Bittner

Last month, the Cabinet of the Government of Nepal approved the re-opening of the seven jungle lodges located within Chitwan National Park. The lodges had been ordered closed by the government after their lease expired. The lodges were forced to cancel all bookings and move guests to lodges outside the Park. After five months of [...]

January 4th, 2010 by Ambrose Bittner

We’re ready  to go with next year”s Climb for Himalaya Children of Mt. Rainier. The climb will take place from July 15th to 17 in 2010. Please visit the Red Lantern Journeys web site for complete details about participating and how to register for the climb. As of January 1st, we have 10 people registered. [...]