When we think of Nepal, we think of mountains, different landscapes, temples and festivals. We seldom think about Nepal as a home to generations of people carrying a plethora of indigenous knowledge and expertise.…
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Community Homestay Network awarded with Booking.com grant to support local communities affected by COVID-19
The tourism industry in Nepal is at a standstill. The socio-economic impact of this has been drastic and has left no one (from hoteliers to homestay owners) unscathed. For many local communities…
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COVID-19 Stories: How the locals are coping with the Pandemic and current Lock down in Nepal
As the nation faces a nation wide lock down Community Homestays have now taken a pause with few people near the tea station and more at staying home with the loved ones.…
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Empowering the Women of Nepal
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, we sat down with our COO Poonam Gupta to talk about women’s empowerment, female solo travel and more. Here’s what she had to tell…
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Where to go in Nepal in 2020
A traveler’s instinct is to always seek the next destination and to push the boundaries on what’s already been seen and experienced. Recognizing that many identify Nepal with just a handful of…
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Beyond Chitwan: Exploring the Tharu culture
While Chitwan and Bardiya national parks often draw travelers looking for rhinos, tigers and elephants, one of the most rewarding experiences in these destinations can be getting to know the Tharu communities.…