Kathmandu: Scaling Mount Everest was a dream few realized before Nepal opened its side of the mountain to commercial climbing a half-century ago. This year the government issued a record number of permits, leading to traffic jams on the world’s highest peak that likely contributed …

As the shoulder season for many regions – with prices and footfall tending to be lower than they are in peak months – October is the ideal time for a stress-free jaunt.You could gain some serious altitude in Nepal and Albuquerque, beat the crowds in …

TRAVEL Something Special: Everest by hot air balloon A daring multimillion-dollar trip will offer one intrepid couple an Everest ascent like no other BY JOHN O’CEALLAIGH JULY 27, 2015 12:15 There is no guarantee of success and an extensive liability waiver will also need to …