01/11/2026
Planning our trip to Bhutan took almost two years. Once this trip finally rolled around it could be easy to say the timing didn’t feel perfect. Turns out even after nearly 40 hours of travel, Bhutan was exactly the soft, quiet place to land that I needed.
Our expert local guide wove together days of hiking, culture, history and art. Day one our guide asked what we were interested in and delivered what we hoped to see and everything only a local could have known about. We learned a lot. We didn’t just get the photos, we heard the stories behind every trail, temple or person we met. Nothing was rushed or hurried. If Bhutan isn’t on your list you should add it and I’ve got a local guide you should meet.
It’s hard to pick a highlight. There is so much tradition and deep respect, but even in the most sacred temples there’s still laughter and warmth. A central idea in Bhutan is “enough” as in taking only what you need whether from the natural resources, or food, or something offered by your neighbor. This central idea of “enough” creates a sense of community that includes everyone, even the tourists. I truly felt welcomed and cared for.
There’s a lot that is so heavy and hard in our world right now. I’m grateful I was able to tuck into Bhutan’s laughter and warmth for a few days. I’m hoping to keep a bit of that with me until I get a chance to go back.
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