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Nepal

Adventure

Sir Edmund's Everest legacy, 60 years on

Sir Edmund Hillary

Nick Galvin “Well, George, we knocked the bastard off!” It was with these irreverent words 60 years ago today that Sir Edmund Hillary announced to climber George Lowe that he and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay had...

Trekking

Emotions high 60 years on

Mount Everest

Nick Galvin Trekking tragics will party six decades after two men became the first to conquer Mount Everest, writes Nick Galvin.

Tours

Spirit of discovery

From Europe to Asia and back to Australia, Michael Gebicki finds 10 great journeys with meaning.

Nepal

Inspired to take a peak

Nepal, Poon Hill

An unexpected email, a sister's birthday and a spirit of adventure lead to the trip of a lifetime for Nikki Marshall.

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Photo galleries

60th anniversary of the ascent of Everest

Statues of Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand, and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa (R), the first climbers to conquer Mount Everest in 1953, are decorated with garlands during the 60th anniversary of their ascent, in Kathmandu May 29, 2013.

Mount Everest Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Kathmandu on May 29, 2013. Nepal marked 60 years since the first ascent of Everest May 29, celebrating the summiteers whose success has bred an industry...

Demon festival

People celebrate as an effigy of demon Ghantakarna is set on fire.

The Ghantakarna demon festival in Nepal. According to legend, the demon is believed to "steal" children and women from their homes and localities.

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Travellers Tips

Hot spots

Lonely Planet names top 10 destinations for 2010

The Champagne Pool, Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland, south of Rotorua.

Lonely Planet has picked the brains of its authors, staff and travellers and come up with the top 10 countries to visit in 2010.

Tips

Travel photography: the complete picture

In the frame ... the right accessories can improve your travel photos.

Michael Gebicki reveals some great gadgets for the serious holiday shooter.

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Travel News

Budget airline relents on free water for long-haul flights

Boeing jet generic

12:15pm | Budget airline Norwegian is to serve free drinking water and will accept cash payments on long-haul flights after thirsty passengers were left high and dry for up to 12 hours, it said on Wednesday.

How not to be rude to tourists, Paris-style

11:19am | One of the world's most visited cities but also famous for its rudeness, Paris has embarked on a campaign to improve its reputation and better cater to the needs of tourists.

Mid-air explosion: Qantas staff sue for trauma

PAUL BIBBY 12:18pm | Qantas crew members who were on QF32 when its engine exploded mid-air two years ago have initiated a class action lawsuit against the aircraft's engine manufacturer over psychological trauma they say they have suffered as a result of the incident.

The world's most popular international airline is ... Ryanair?

OLIVER SMITH 4:40pm | It charges up to $115 to print your boarding pass for you, yet passengers still can't get enough of controversial budget airline.

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