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Life in Kathmandu. Tuesday 19th

19/2/2013

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Durbar Square with guide Toya
Hi all. 
We met up with John from Cairns on Sunday night. A seasoned traveler with many a good story. It was pouring rain here on the night, so we were restricted to finding a restaurant nearby the Guest House to avoid getting drowned.  
Yesterday the 6 of us visited some of the more popular sites of Kathmandu. It was a full day and ended with a splendid tour of incredible Durbar Square and seeing Kathmandu's real living goddess (a 7 year old girl) who makes a 10 second appearance every day at 4.30pm. This was an incredible experience for Greg, Ray and Nicole. Durbar Square is a must see for any visitor to Kat. The visit was made better by the decision to engage one of the squares guides "Toya". Very knowledgeable and passionate about his craft. Worthy of a good tip.... 
We had planned to complete our clothing and equipment hiring this morning (Tue) and were therefore horrified to learn as we hit the streets that the planned Maoist strike has extended across the entire city, including Thamel. ALL SHOPS CLOSED...!! Given we fly out at 6am in the morning, I am now dealing with a stressed team. We have found one shop willing to help us out and will be visiting him later this afternoon to hopefully complete our gear prep.
Ryan, Andrew and Carl finally arrived into Kathmandu last night from Pokhara. They had been stranded there 2 days due weather. Great blokes. The entire 2013 team were together for the first time and we celebrated with an enjoyable dinner at Rum Doodles. Oh, and great to see our 2012 Rum Doodle foot print still hanging from the roof.
Nicole is enjoying her first OS trip immensely. Greg and Ray being frequent travelers are also very impressed with their time in Nepal thus far. We are now just hoping that the weather clears in the morning for our departure into Lukla and the start of our trek.
Great responses to our Blog. Thanks all. Next update hopefully form the trails.   

10 Comments
VILMA
19/2/2013 02:34:01 pm

Sounds like yr all ready for a great adventure. Good luck, stay safe and most of all ..... have fun.

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David G
19/2/2013 07:26:15 pm

Hi Vilma
Yep having a good time. We have our alarms set for 4am for a hopeful 6.15am flight into Lukla. Weather has been patchy the last few days so several flight interruptions. Fingers crossed we get a departure tomorrow.

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Wayne
20/2/2013 12:40:36 am

Not good news with the shopping expedition.Hope the gods are with you this morning and the weather is clear both in Kat and Lukla so you can begin the real adventure. Dave, when you get to Paradise Lodge, Lukla, do me a favour. Find the visitors book which has my comments as the first entry in the book.. Amend Didi to Dawa for me.

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Peter C
20/2/2013 03:08:31 am

G'day Ray, hope the flight to Lukla is not delayed. The good news is that the forecast for Lukla in coming days is for heaps of sunshine. A website called kiranc.com gives some amazing pictures of what is in store for you guys.

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Ray L
20/2/2013 03:22:09 am

Now at airport waiting for Lukla flight
Expected between half hour and two days from now

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Peter C
20/2/2013 04:35:36 am

Bit early to start drinking mate! tell you what if you are still there at 5.00pm our time I will have an extra Crownie for you!!

John B
20/2/2013 05:31:42 am

Just remember there are two airlines fly in out of Lukla and you can run-around last minute and change flights. All adds to the excitement!

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David G
20/2/2013 05:49:27 am

Hi John. Only 1 airline now. Just Tara. Agni looks to have gone belly up. Sitting at Kat airport right now. Beautiful morning here, but Lukla still currently closed. They are saying 1hr from now. Hoping....

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Rhonda
20/2/2013 08:36:10 am

Hi Greg, hope you managed to obtain all your gear and that the weather cleared for you to leave today. Stay safe and have a ball!!!

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Jeff
21/2/2013 03:57:44 am

Hope you guys enjoy the first few days of the trek... Take in everything you see.. the culture the scenery. As dad will tell you, and me being his son we both carry a bias opinion but you are now in the most beautiful part of the world with the most beautiful people.
Each post that i read gives me the urge to pack and meet you guys there and i look forward to hearing the stories and seeing the many photos.
Aunty Sue i do recall i think it was your 3rd trip to the everest region when the boys back home were satisfied that 'mummy' was giving the people of Nepal a vegemite sandwich.

To the team i hope our family's passion and love for the country of Nepal gives you the experience of your life..
Stay safe and hope to hear from you soon.
Jeff

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