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High Speed Internet at Everest Base Camp

By Mountain Kingdoms - 19th November 2010
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

High Speed Internet at Everest Base Camp

Those on an Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal have recently gained a new luxury: along with some of the world’s most elevated hot showers and inside toilets, Everest Base Camp trekkers now have access to high speed 3G internet. ... Read more

Everest the Easy Way

By Kirsty Parsons - 18th August 2010
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

Everest the Easy Way

Conquering Everest is certainly viewed as one of the toughest challenges a person can put to themselves, and not everyone is cut out for it. Rigorous training is required and as much mental as physical preparation... Read more

Preparing for Your Everest Base Camp Trek - The Nitty Gritty

By Kirsty Parsons - 30th July 2010
in Ask an Expert , The Himalaya , Everest Base Camp

Preparing for Your Everest Base Camp Trek - The Nitty Gritty

To visit Nepal you must have a Nepalese visa. It’s advisable to apply for your visa in advance from the Nepalese Embassy in London. For an Everest Base Camp Trek you need a 30 day multiple entry visa.... Read more

Everest Base Camp – Boots ‘n All

Everest Base Camp – Boots ‘n All

What you do need is for them to be waterproof – If choosing a fabric boot, look for gore-tex which is the best finish to achieve this. Another vital factor you need to consider is a good grip on the sole – preferably Vibram or equivalent.... Read more

Jordan Romero Goes for the Youth Record on Everest

By Guest Blogger - 29th April 2010
in Walking & Trekking , The Himalaya , Walking and Trekking , Everest Base Camp

Jordan Romero Goes for the Youth Record on Everest

The excitement has been building steadily over the last few weeks and finally the expedition is under way. Earlier this week Jordan Romero, 13, set off from Everest Base Camp, trekking with his family towards the summit.... Read more

Enjoy Mani Rimdu En Route to Everest Base Camp

Enjoy Mani Rimdu En Route to Everest Base Camp

One festival that is certainly worth including on your trip to Everest Base Camp, is the Mani Rimdu Festival. A festival that is celebrated annually in accordance with the dates of the Tibetan lunar calendar.... Read more

Charity Chef to Serve Caviar on Everest

By Guest Blogger - 14th October 2009
in The Himalaya , Everest Base Camp

Charity Chef to Serve Caviar on Everest

Arriving at Everest Base Camp tomorrow is a charity expedition aiming to raise money for the support of people with severe learning disablities by cooking.... Read more

A photographic Everest trek

By Guest Blogger - 17th August 2009
in The Himalaya , Everest Base Camp

A photographic Everest trek

I spotted a post about the "world's highest photography" the other day. A photographic workshop is running a programme for cameramen who want to shoot footage of the amazing Everest trekking environment. ... Read more

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