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If the tears were staircase and the memories a lane, we’d walk right to the heaven and bring you home again,
Namgyal
Your untimely demise has given us an unbearable heartache that no one can heal,
However your love has left the sweetest memories that no one can steal.
May your departed soul Rest in Peace.
Three Indonesian visitors Mr. Leonard Julius Paisa, Ms. Eunike and Mr. Irwan Silawan were probably lacked time. Yet, they had the strongest desire to witness the highlands of Nepal in the mighty Everest region. Explore Himalaya made their dream come true, arranging the Heli Tour to this exotic location in a very short notice. On May 11, 2013 the Indonesian visitors flew to one of the most thrilling airports of the world- Lukla on the Fishtail AS- 350 B3 chopper. On the same day, as the weather was favorable to them they took the most delightful aerial ride on the chauffer to Kalapattar. Kalapattar is the best view-point to view the mesmerizing views of 4 8000m plus Himalayan giants including the mighty Everest. Their heli tour was perfectly adventurous and memorable. The same day they flew back to Lukla and ended their Heli Tour with the wholeheartedly satisfied hearts.
Mr. Christensen Dan and Mrs. Christensen Yvonne from Denmark dreamt of an Overland Tibet tour and Explore Himalaya fulfilled their dream of Tibet tour which started on April 28, 2013 and ended on May 7, 2013.The overland tour included 4-wheeler drive of 943kms along the celebrated route of the Tibetan plateaus on the Friendship Highway in Tibet and Araniko Highway in Nepal. The trip of hitting the road on the comfy 4-wheeler along these popular highways was Christensen couple’s journey of the lifetime. The exciting and mesmerizing highway provided them lots of interesting things to see on the way. The journey itself started from Lhasa, the capital of Tibet (Chinese Autonomous Region) or say Roof of the World. The scenic view of Yamdrok tso Lake at the 4447m and the distant but fantastic view of glaciated peaks pleased the Danish travelers through our exclusive country partner Kipling Travel.
The Overland Tibet Tour continued through the hilarious views of ancient and traditional Tibetan villages, the experiences of tranquility in the monasteries like Samding Monastry, Pelkor Chode Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery, Sakya Monastery and Rongphu Monastery no doubt made the couple’s entire journey even more worthy. The greediness to watch more in nature was absolutely fulfilled during this Overland Tibet Tour. The close view of mountain peaks including Everest, the villages and their unique culture with ancient values and flavor brought them to the different world. After, the stunning view of Yamdrok tso Lake the road led to Shigatse, the home of Panche Lama via Gyantse. At Shigaste road branched to two directions. West headed to the City of Ali and south continued with the Christensens to pass Shegar, New Shegar and Rongphu Monastry near Everest Base Camp. From there the road continued towards the Nepal border and then to Kathmandu along the Araniko Highway via Dulikhel. After the completion of the Overland Tibet Tour on May 7, 2013 the Danish couple was very much thankful to Explore Himalaya for arranging such a wonderful journey. Exploring the cultural sites of Kathmandu for the next two days the couple departed back home on May 10, 2013.
Honorable Mr. Ram Kumar Shrestha Minister for Tourism, culture and civil aviation inaugurating the program
06 May, 2013, Kathmandu
A five day long Training Workshop (6th-10th May, 2013) has been initiated today at Gokarna Safari Resort, Kathmandu as a Part of “Aviation Safety Awareness Campaign” by the Airline Operators Association of Nepal (AOAN). Having troubled by the highest rate of accident in last five years, Nepalese Sky has become a matter of concern to everyone including foreign Tourists and the Insurance Companies. With an intention to enhance the level of Air Safety and also educate concerned user groups including reinsurance Companies worldwide, the Industry has stepped with an initial program on SMS (Safety Management System) with 160 Participants from 17 different Airline Companies including Pilots, Engineers, Managers, Ground Crew, etc. with the assistance of ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) certified trainers provided by the World Food Program. The training has been supported by many organizations like Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal, IFC (a member of the World Bank group), Yeti Airlines and many other partners.
Training on the progress
During the Inauguration Program, Honorable Ram Kumar Shrestha, Minister of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation cited STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) operation and the extreme topographical adversities as main causes of Air Accidents in Nepal. He also explained on government’s efforts to strengthen the situation of Aviation Safety in the Country.
Participants on a genuine discussion
Mr. Tri Ratna Manandhar, Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal appreciated Private Sector Stake Holders’ efforts in initiating the Air Safety Campaign and ensured every support from the Civil Aviation Authority regarding such interests.
Capt. Samir Sajet, Chief of the Aviation Safety Unit, Mr. Valintino Bagatsing, IFC Resident Representative and Ms. Nicole Menage, Chief of WFT Nepal Office shared sights on Air Safety situation of Nepal and ensured every support from their side to help Nepal come out of this situation in future.
Aviation personals attending the training
Capt. Rameshwor Thapa, President of AWON concluded the event with commitment from the side of Nepalese Aviation Industry to practice ‘Safe Flying’ and invited everyone concerned to join hands with the Industry in this mission. He also thanked all concerned including the event host, Gokarna Safari Resort.
PATA Nepal Chapter is the Industry Partner of this event and helping to integrate Nepalese Tourism Industry including Nepal Tourism Board and the International Partners to join hands in this initiation to make Nepal a “Safe Air Travel” destination.
International and national participants
The Opening Ceremony followed by sessions on Technical Presentations includes:
Good listeners on a serious topic
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Chairman-PATA Nepal Chapter
General Secretary-Airline Operators Association of Nepal
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Mr. Suman Pandey- President Explore Himalaya attending the training
Tony Evans an Operation Director of Travel Directors Australia accompanied by Juan Carlos- a Peruvian partner of Travel Directors led the tour for 20 Aussies all the way from Beijing, China. From Beijing the visitors arrived to Lhasa, Tibet- an autonomous region of China. After, the completion of Overland Tour of Tibet as the Aussies arrived to Friendship Bridge on April, 26 2013, Explore Himalaya stepped in as their travel partner in Nepal. The tour led by Tony Evans was scheduled with three days of cultural tour of Kathmandu. The group drove along the Araniko Highway via Dhulikhel and was straight away escorted to Malla Hotel on April 26.
Next day the cultural tour to the sacred Buddhist and Hindu shrines began early morning. First day was scheduled for the Mega Hindu pilgrimage of Nepal- Pashupatinath and the Buddhist Mecca- Boudhanath. The day also entertained the visitors with the walking tour of Thamel .
Next day the Aussie group resumed the glorious tour with an hour long scenic mountain flight which included the panoramic aerial view of Everest. After, the Mountain flight the group once again was at the cultural sites of the valley. They explored the prehistoric Buddhist’s sacred temple Swayambhunath, which is also called as Monkey Temple and the artistic example of medieval Nepal- Kathmandu Durbar Square and Kumari Temple.
On April 29, 2013 the group made an exodus to Paro Bhutan.
Presentation on Digital Marketing
A presentation prepared by the IT Consultant of Explore Himalaya Mr. Roshan Joshi was delivered during a session at Hotel Shakti, Thamel. Mr. Joshi conducted the power-point presentation on Digital Marketing. Acknowledging, the rapidly growing impact on the tourism business through the internet and E-marketing the presentation was planned. The Sales, correspondence and the IT staffs attended the presentation.
Drinks and dinner post presentation
The presentation was also analytical, which provided an opportunity to all the staffs of the organization to understand and analyze the internet marketing status of the company. Based on the presentation the President of the company Mr. Suman Pandey made the outline business plan for 2013 which would utilize the tools improvising the effectiveness of Digital Marketing.
The presentation was a useful tool as per the every single participant.
Mr. Roshan Joshi delivering the presentation
