Ecuador was everything we imagined and more. What an amazing country…our first visit to South America did not disappoint and we cannot wait to return to our newly adopted home. Spending Christmas in Latin America was a really neat experience…the locals spared no expense for their elaborate costumes in the annual Christmas Day parade. We…Continue reading The Latest News…
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We had a wonderful time visiting Pakistan in July. We met some of the most friendly and hospitable people ever. Pakistan’s Northern Areas are quite rugged and challenging, but it was well worth it to experience travel in an area that most westerners know very little about, except what is skewed by the media. Pakistan…Continue reading The Latest News…
Pakistan – Fairy Meadows
Fairy Meadows is a lush green plateau located at the base of Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth highest mountain at 8126 meters. Nature lovers have long been drawn to Fairy Meadows for its vibrant green pastures located in the midst of a pine forest and wild flowers, to include the elusive Edelweiss. The meadows offer…Continue reading Pakistan – Fairy Meadows
Pakistan – Islamabad to North-West Frontier Province
Lonely Planet’s introduction of the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) describes it as “stretching for 700 km along the border of Afghanistan, astride the Khyber Pass and other historical gateways that led to India from Persia and Central Asia, and embracing some of Asia’s most impenetrable mountains and intractable peoples…a large part of NWFP’s attraction lies…Continue reading Pakistan – Islamabad to North-West Frontier Province
Pakistan – Baltistan
Baltistan is a semi-autonomous region in Northern Pakistan ranging from Skardu to K2, principally inhabited by the Balti Shi’a Muslims of Tibetan descent. We spent about a week in this beautiful section of the country, enjoying the incredible scenery and the warm hospitality of friendly villagers. Our tour took us to Skardu (Karpochu Fort, Skardu…Continue reading Pakistan – Baltistan