Nepal’s Changing Politics
Here is a Yahoo article that describes the situation in Nepal today regarding their handling of Tibetans who escape China and enter their country. Their procedures are toughening as the Maoist Party gains more strength. How long can they remain independent with China moving in as it is???
US Report on Human Rights in Tibet
Before I left for my recent trip to Asia I received various greetings and blessings relative to my trip to Tibet. Seems that Americans like to think Tibet is some far-away place living in bliss and contentment and the Dalai Lama is just drumming up business for himself traveling the world saying it isn’t. Please read this extract from the web site of the US Department of State relative to how our country views the situation in Tibet. Many thanks to Kathy for providing the link to this material…
Off We Go Into The Wide Blue Yonder
For many months while recovering from the side effects of chemo, I traveled in time and centered my mind on a trip to Nepal and Tibet. I would read and relax and enjoy my being okay and being able to plan yet another vacation in a distant land. Yes, I have been 'called' to be in Tibet, and did not want to go to Nepal at all, but now as I prepare to leave I am excited to travel through Nepal, too. Even meeting someone I met on Facebook for a brief time along the path.
Travel Views and News
Over my lifetime I have been amazed at how many Americans set out on a vacation or trip without any idea what may be provided at their destination. In fact, some want to learn once they get there, but not me. I like to know why I am called -- and what else I might find that is not already a part of my mind. So, I am grateful to Larry for discovering this web site.
Dear Ruth,
This is an amazing online library of digital media from around the world. What does that mean exactly? It means that you will find amazing recordings, texts, photographs, and more from around the world, thus allowing you to take a walk into the culture of another country from the convenience of your computer chair.
Amazing Coincidence
Last month by some amazing twist of fate, Facebook contacted people who apparently were hidden away somewhere in cyberspace as friends of mine at some point in time. I had no idea so many people would be asked to befriend me there, but it seems several were quick to respond and I was not so quick to acknowledge that they accepted my request for friendship. I am still working on FB mail that came in on 1/23/10!!
10 Steps to Perfect Packing
Here is the best advice i've seen in a long time on packing your bags for travel. Learn how to travel wrinkle-free, every time. Based on Travel Smith’s popular presentation at The New York Times Travel Show.
No space, leave the place
Thanks to Cheryl, we all now know the answer the following question… Can you tell when you are in a hotel room, restroom, motel, fitting room, dance club, etc. whether the mirror you are peering into is in fact a mirror or is it 2-way glass?
Here's how:
June 1 2009: Stricter ID Requirements for U.S. Entry
Effective June 1, 2009, U.S. citizens entering the United States by land or sea (in addition to entry by air) must present a valid passport, passport card, or other travel document approved by the Department of Homeland Security.
Other photo ID (such as a drivers license) and proof of citizenship (such as a birth certificate) will no longer be allowed. Children under the age of 16 who are U.S. citizens, however, will be able to present the original or copy of their birth certificate or other proof of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization certificate or citizenship card.
You can obtain more information at : http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html.
