We recently spent two weeks in Nepal. We had a truly great experience and will highly recommend a visit to anyone who enjoys people, hospitality, beauty and culture. We've travelled extensively in Asia, but Nepal was unique and we're eager to return with our whole family. What was the attraction? It's the sum of Nepal's many wondrous parts. The people: their smiles, warmth, friendliness, pride and hardiness. The breathtaking beauty: the non-stop vistas of mountains and rice paddies, the glowing faces of people in traditional dress, the markets, the beautifully restored Bhaktapur. All this wove its way in and around us making a fabric of remembrance more beautiful than any rug we could buy.

But all is not perfect in Shangrila: the pollution in Kathmandu is overwhelming. Despite this drawback, we'd like to return to Nepal soon (and not choke on the exhaust and fumes in the cities) with our extended family so they can share the Nepali experience.

Wink Willett
Citibank, New York