Having written my last blog about myself, I wanted to make this next blog about the people of Nepal. The people who have so captured my imagination and warmed my heart. The devastation of the earthquake is hard for me to comprehend. The fear of losing your life or losing your loved ones in a moment at the will of …
The village above the clouds – the aftermath of the Nepal earthquake
Having visited the village on a brief trip before, me and our ‘Man in Kathmandu’ Ram decided it would be worthwhile returning. On our last visit we brought clothes donated in the UK. With winter coming we felt there was a need for more. Plus it gave us a chance to find out more and spend some time with these …
Volunteer in Nepal – kathmandu or rural village schools
Our volunteer program is now open for applicants. You could be the first to volunteer with us! We have started offering volunteers of all age and experience the chance to come to Nepal and make a real difference. Our placements are primerily teaching English to young children from age 8 to 12, but our contacts meal specialisation is an option. …
Cheshire Man returns to Nepal to setup charity
After 13 years Nick Maycock (one of the founders of popular restaurant guide – www.onionring.co.uk) has returned to Kathmandu with the aim of helping more children in the wake of the massive earthquake six months ago. With the help of the local Brownies he filled his 30kg of baggage with over 150 items of clothing for the children. He arrived …
A nice place to start in Kathmandu
Kathmandu is still as wonderous a place as many years ago. The city, has suffered many problems, even just now I saw a long queue for petrol as the current problems with India have caused a shortage of fuel. The people are friendly and welcoming as ever, non more so than my hosts for this trip Ram, Sarita and 12 …
On my way to Nepal
It seems a fitting place to start the websites blog, at the start of an adventure to Nepal. So Im here in Doha airport awaiting my transfer to KTM. Its been 13 years since my last visit – so a lifetime ago! Im excited and nervous, but mostly excited. The Nepalese people are so warm and friendly I know my …