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Travel Journal

Notes from the Kingdom

Stories, guides and practical notes to help you prepare for — and dream about — Bhutan.

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Travel Preparation

Planning Your First Trip to Bhutan

Flights, visas, seasons and pacing — everything a first-time visitor should know before falling in love with the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

12 August 2026 · 6 min read

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Culture & Festivals

What to Expect at a Tshechu Festival

Masked dances, brocade costumes and thousands of local worshippers — a visitor's guide to Bhutan's sacred festivals.

3 July 2026 · 5 min read

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Destinations

A Guide to the Tiger's Nest Hike

How to prepare for the climb to Taktsang Monastery — Bhutan's most iconic pilgrimage, 900 metres above the Paro Valley floor.

18 June 2026 · 5 min read

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Travel Preparation

Visas and the Sustainable Development Fee: What Travellers Should Know

Bhutan's entry rules are simpler than their reputation — here is what to expect, and what to double-check before you fly.

27 May 2026 · 4 min read