What’s the Draw: The Kingdom of Bhutan is a landlocked Himalayan nation sandwiched between China and India with a predominantly Buddhist population.
Who You’ll See: Richard Gere, Stephen Segal, Uma Thurman
Why It’s Worth the Airfare: Western Buddhists have been drawn to Bhutan as the country slowly opens its doors to tourism. For travelers like Richard Gere, Bhutan has the perfect combination of monasteries and luxury accommodations. Hiking in the Himalayas draws the less spiritual.
Who You’ll See: Richard Gere, Stephen Segal, Uma Thurman
Why It’s Worth the Airfare: Western Buddhists have been drawn to Bhutan as the country slowly opens its doors to tourism. For travelers like Richard Gere, Bhutan has the perfect combination of monasteries and luxury accommodations. Hiking in the Himalayas draws the less spiritual.