The past two weeks have been slightly disappointing. I have been busy with work and travels and haven’t done enough for my trip. Although I hope to check some things off my list this weekend.
Two weeks ago, I heard about 6 WWF volunteers abducted in northeastern India in the state of Assam. I had previously heard that no one goes to Assam because the political situation is not good. Now I understand why (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/07/wwf-volunteers-kidnapped-_n_819461.html). I really want to do some trekking in Sikkim because it is much closer than going to Nepal, but with this news, now I wonder what to do? I have been in touch with a friend of a friend who knows a Sherpa in Nepal. His name is Pemba and has a website. I have been browsing the treks I could do. We have emailed and he said it would be all guest houses versus camping and due to the time of the year I would be there, it may just be he and I! This sounds very tempting.
I started the Chinese visa application. I need to finish that next week. I also made an appointment to get my shots for Thursday. I have connected with a few more people that have visited this area. But again, all the final decisions rest with me. Should I get some help via a travel agent or go it alone? Hopefully it will all become clear soon.
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