I regularly frequent charming remote corners of the Himalayas in shared and non-shared taxis. The local taxi segment shows its ugly side bit by bit every time. Sharing the problems faced during these trips would alert and prepare my readers better for their journeys. 1. Offending Lifts to Cronies, Relatives, Officials Giving lift to their friends, relatives, neighbors, police personnel, and many other officials in “booking vehicles” is quite common

During many nights spent in different types of homestays across the Himalayas, I observed a number of issues worth sharing with you. Reflect on these issues and resolve them if they plague your homestays. A quality check and required improvements in rooms and related services will help in maximizing the occupancy rate and the revenue irrespective of the size of homestay. Here is a short list of practical tips to