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Practical, first-hand guides on visiting Bhutan — visas, packing, trekking, culture, and festivals.

Thimphu Tshechu 2026: A Complete Guide to Bhutan's Most Celebrated Cultural Festival
Bhutan Culture

Thimphu Tshechu 2026: A Complete Guide to Bhutan's Most Celebrated Cultural Festival

Everything you need to know about Thimphu Tshechu 2026 — dates, sacred mask dances, what to wear, and how to plan a festival tour to Tashichho Dzong.

Bhutan to Launch First International Travel Mart in June 2026
Bhutan Travel Guide

Bhutan to Launch First International Travel Mart in June 2026

Bhutan will host its first-ever international travel trade event, the Bhutan International Travel Mart 2026, from 11-13 June 2026 in Thimphu.

Tourist Hotels in Crisis: Hoteliers Call for One-Time Visa Fee Over SDF
Bhutan Visa

Tourist Hotels in Crisis: Hoteliers Call for One-Time Visa Fee Over SDF

Bhutan's three-star hotel sector is petitioning the government to replace the daily Sustainable Development Fee with a one-time visa fee.

Bhutan Innovation Forum
Bhutan Culture

Bhutan Innovation Forum

A three-day gathering of global leaders and innovators supporting the vision for the world's first Mindfulness City in Bhutan.

Gelephu International Airport Construction Begins
Bhutan Travel Guide

Gelephu International Airport Construction Begins

His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced the groundbreaking of Gelephu International Airport, Bhutan's new southern gateway and anchor for the Gelephu Mindfulness City.

Stakeholders Highlight Challenges and Call for Reforms in Bhutan's Tourism Industry
Bhutan Travel Guide

Stakeholders Highlight Challenges and Call for Reforms in Bhutan's Tourism Industry

The National Council's Economic Affairs Committee review of Bhutan's tourism sector highlights regional disparities, operational challenges, and recommended policy reforms.

Entry Fee to Monument Sites in Bhutan
Bhutan Travel Guide

Entry Fee to Monument Sites in Bhutan

The museum and monument fees structure applicable to all tourists visiting Bhutan, and why these fees are collected.

Gelephu Mindfulness City
Bhutan Culture

Gelephu Mindfulness City

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck's vision for a 1,000+ square-kilometer mindfulness city, blending Bhutanese tradition with sustainable urban planning.

How to Book a Tour to Bhutan with World Tour Plan
Travel Tips

How to Book a Tour to Bhutan with World Tour Plan

Select your dates, send us a passport copy, and leave the rest to us — how booking a Bhutan tour with World Tour Plan actually works.

Travel Guide for Guests Visiting Bhutan
Bhutan Travel Guide

Travel Guide for Guests Visiting Bhutan

Everything first-time visitors need to prepare for a trip to the Land of the Thunder Dragon — visas, packing, and the best season for your goals.

Why Visit Eastern Bhutan?
Bhutan Travel Guide

Why Visit Eastern Bhutan?

A tranquil escape known for stunning landscapes, ancient monasteries, and rich cultural heritage — ten reasons to explore Eastern Bhutan.

Bhutan Sees a Drop in Tourist Arrivals in February 2025
Travel Tips

Bhutan Sees a Drop in Tourist Arrivals in February 2025

Bhutan welcomed 5,499 visitors in February 2025, down slightly from the year before — here's what's behind the numbers.

Bhutan Special Tour 2025
Bhutan Travel Guide

Bhutan Special Tour 2025

What makes Bhutan special for travelers in 2025 — festivals, pristine landscapes, sustainable tourism initiatives, and unique accommodations.