Nepal Travel Guide

General Information

• Nepal in a Nutshell - A comprehensive guide to Nepal and all it has to offer.

• Oanda - Currency Converter - This amazing site even has wallet size conversion chart that can be printed out so that you don't have to bumble about with a calculator during your trip.

• The U.S. Department of State's Guide to Getting a Passport - Instructions for U.S. citizens who need to apply for or renew their passport. Also contains information about travel advisories and updated regulations for traveling internationally.

• Nepal Country Guide - Everything you need to know about Nepal and its people

Getting There & Around

• Getting there by Air: Royal Nepal Airlines - The official website of Nepal's national airline for international and domestic flight service.

• Getting there by Train: Indian Railways - Train services through India to Nepal's border. *Tourists are not allowed to cross the border by train, but there are various travel options for destinations within the country after crossing the border legally.

• Getting around - An overview of domestic travel options including links to various domestic flight carriers.

Hotels & Restaurants

• Hotel Assocation of Nepal - The official database of Nepal's vast hotel network.

• Nepal Restaurants - Real restaurant reviews from real travelers.

Language Related

• Nepali language for Tourists - A basic guide to key words and phrases in Nepali, the official language of Nepal.

• Languages of Nepal - A definitive overview of the various languages found throughout Nepal.

• AmeriSpan Unlimited - AmeriSpan specializes in Language Immersion, Volunteer & Internship programs for travelers, students and businesspeople. There are over 80 program locations and 14 languages offered!

News & Culture

• Newspapers of Nepal - Links to the various news publications of Nepal.

• Nepalese Culture - An introduction to the depth of culture and spirituality that is Nepal.

Travel & Tourism

• Visit Nepal - A site specializing in all-things-outdoors in Nepal, making it that much easier to plan your excursions and maximize your travel experience.

• Welcome to Nepal - The official site of Nepal's tourism board.

• Tips for Traveling Inexpensively (AmeriSpan Staff Commentary) - These days, from the weak dollar to the outrageous airfares, traveling abroad may seem out of the question. We beg to differ! There are many ways you can travel that are budget-friendly. We’ve gathered together some of our favorite cheap travel tips to help you make your trip a reality!