236 Jeff Greenwald's Nepal; Open Phones: Spirit-Lifting Travels

Published: Feb. 27, 2011, midnight

b"Travel writer Jeff Greenwald returns to Nepal every year, where ancient Hindu and Buddhist customs are challenged by modern pressures and recent political turmoil. Jeff joins us to describe how much the scene is changing in Nepal, as well as what's timeless about the Himalayan culture, and keeps him going back year after year. We'll also check in with listeners for travel reports about destinations that lift the spirit.\\n For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com."