Two countries blessed by natural beauty but hard-hit by natural disasters are keen to change the narrative and lure back travellers
“Disaster tourism” is an ugly phrase, conjuring up images of rubberneckers gawping at others’ misfortune.
In the immediate aftermath of a natural disaster even the most well-intentioned visitors can get in the way if they lack coordination and expertise. They can end up slowing aid efforts.
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The government of Nepal requests international travellers to visit the magnificent and bustling country of Nepal, and support by visiting it as she attempts to stand proudly on her feet once again. Walk the beautiful trails in the shadows of the most magnificent mountains on Earth as you help the Nepalese people reset their course on the path to prosperity. Nepal is now embarking upon the most fascinating period in all of its ancient history, and you could be right there to see it all happen and your contribution will be a part of rebuilding new Nepal.
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