Nepal, Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp and the Himalayas February 2008 1/2/08 Kathmandu It’s been a lively couple of days. The VzB sales kick-off took a surreal turn as the CBA deal was announced and we were all brought on stage. Partying in the rain, and then flying back to Hong Kong. Best day of my VzB career. Courtney Davies is in my flat, and an early flight to Bangkok. Bangkok to Kathmandu, with views of Everest from the plane. Long check-out / visa process, and then into the city. First capital I’ve been to without one skyscraper. Dust everywhere, real poverty and a few white hippies. There are a surprising number of girls travelling alone. Went to the Thamel district…tourist kack everywhere. Bought hiking kit. Altitude (at present) not bad. The whole place is very
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