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All you need to know about Bhutan
04
Mar

Bhutan: From Guru Rinpoche to the Wangchuck Dynasty

In order to understand Bhutan, it is important to understand the men who shaped and founded Bhutan as we know today. Much of Bhutan’s recorded history begins in the 8th...
26
Feb

Do you know Bhutan’s actual national dish?

Many people know of Ema Datshi as Bhutan’s national dish. It appeared in the news last year after Bollywood Actress Deepika Padukone spoke about it.  However, a lesser known fact...
21
Feb

The boom of sustainable luxury and farm stays 

Previously, it was unthought of to convert an already existing Bhutanese home for tourists. Farm stays are not only sustainable but have given rise to entrepreneurs and self-sustenance. We caught...
16
Feb

Bhutan Elects a New Government: Tshering Tobgay Wins

On January 9, 2024, Bhutanese people elected the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the second time. The win means a second term for Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay as head of...
12
Feb

Trekking in the Himalayas: The Druk Path Trek

The Druk Path Trek can be taken throughout the year. It is also one of the easier treks in comparison to other treks, due to its soft elevation and other...
07
Feb

Bhutan Receives the Special Travel Destinations Award

Bhutan received the ‘Special Travel Destinations Award’ last month, at the 2023 Voyage Magazine Award Ceremony. The award ceremony was held at the Park Hyatt Hotel, in Beijing, China, signifying...
02
Feb

Reduced SDF and Why Now is the Time to Visit Bhutan

The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is a daily payment for tourists with a Bhutanese visa, contributing to Bhutan’s development. 1) Before September 2023, it cost 200 USD per day to...
26
Sep

Bhutan’s Gem: The Modern and Traditional Blend of Centenary Farmers’ Market

The new Centenary Farmers’ Market in Bhutan is very popular. It shows Bhutan’s effort to keep its traditions while also growing and becoming modern. The market is important because it...
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