Kathmandu

Oct 27, 2009

Yesterday we arrived back in Kathmandu. We had the 1st flight out but when the incoming plane landed, there was mayhem and everyone, including ourselves rushed through the doors and on to the tarmac. Some people were waved on to the plane and the rest of us just waited. Then we were told there were 2 seats left and we could board. As we were three (Darcy, Marty & Shiva our guide) we declined to which the agent said "OK three!" So on we got and the plane immediately started to roll. The take off was a little longer than usual which makes me think we were slightly overloaded with 3 additional passengers as we lifted off with only a little runway to spare (after which there was a steep drop off over a precipitous cliff).

It was a great shock to get back to the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu but great to be able to have a fresh salad and a room with hot water. The variety of food is much greater and the costs are about 40% of what they were up country. Darcy is happy not to be eating Sherpa Stew 3 times a day!

Today we are leaving for Pokhara where Nepal House Kaski has their facilities. This will be our first visit there as last time we were here in 2006 the idea of Nepal House was just a glimmer in the imagination of a few dedicated people.

We'll report again once we've had our visit.

Marty & Darcy