Going to Nepal in a few hours

Very excited. this will be fun.

Current question: Shave or not shave before flying Qatar "We are Arab" Airways?
Try to blend in (not shave) or look respectable (shave)?
The "Should i wear a giant bling star of david" got answered - the answer is no...

Staying with a friend whose house is right across from the russian embassy. gave a 'very scary oath' not to cross the street and talk to them. apparently, not allowed to cause an international incident.