Licence numbers, insurance, acclimatisation schedules and porter wages — the five questions that separate a good guide from an expensive one.
Visa on arrival, the SIM card that actually works, what to pay for a taxi, and the three streets in Thamel worth your time.
FDI approval, company registration, PAN and the bank account — what each stage really takes, and where everyone gets stuck.
Diamox, hydration myths, the symptoms that mean descend now, and why your acclimatisation schedule matters more than any drug.
How to read a Thai street stall, why the busiest queue is the right one, and the six dishes worth ordering on your first night.
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