Batura Glacier Trek: Passu to the Ice, Day by Day
Batura Glacier trek from Passu: 57 km of ice, 6–10 days of trekking, camps, difficulty and the honest practical guide to Upper Hunza’s great glacier.
Best Hotels in Gilgit City: Where to Stay in 2026
Best hotels in Gilgit city: Serena, Ramada, Avari Xpress and budget picks — with honest notes on location, winter stays and what to confirm.
Is Gilgit-Baltistan Safe for Solo Female Travellers?
Is GB safe for solo female travellers? Hunza is Pakistan’s most comfortable region for women travelling alone — with honest caveats and practical tips.
Chapursan Valley Travel Guide: Hunza’s Remote North
Chapursan Valley in Upper Hunza: Wakhi villages, Baba Ghundi shrine, Irshad Pass treks, jeep access from Sost and the honest practical picture.
Naltar Valley Ski Guide: Pakistan’s Premier Ski Slope
Naltar Valley is Pakistan’s premier ski destination: PAF slope, chairlift, ski school, season December–March and how to plan a ski trip.
Pakistan Tourism, Sports and Family Festival Opens Today in Islamabad
What happened The Pakistan Tourism, Sports and Family Festival 2026 opens today, Friday 6 November, in Islamabad, and runs through Sunday 8 November. It is the second edition of the festival, bringing together tourism, culture, sports, adventure, food and family entertainment under one platform. The main venue is the Pakistan Sports Complex, with tent pegging […]
Pakistan Proposes an Autonomous National Tourism Authority
What happened Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has called for the establishment of an autonomous Pakistan Tourism Authority, with representation from all four provinces, to strengthen national coordination and promote Pakistan as a unified tourist destination internationally. He made the remarks during a meeting on Thursday with Federal Minister for […]
Swat and Sri Lanka Sign Deal to Protect Gandhara Buddhist Heritage
What happened The University of Swat and Sri Lanka’s Nagananda International Institute for Buddhist Studies have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote academic collaboration, student and faculty exchanges and joint research, and to preserve and study the Gandhara civilisation — particularly the Buddhist archaeological heritage of the Swat Valley. The MoU was signed by […]
Winter Trip to Nathia Gali: Snow, Pine Forests & the Mukshpuri Trek
Nathia Gali in winter is Pakistan’s easiest snow trip from Islamabad. Snowfall, roads, hotels, Mukshpuri trek and a 2-day winter plan.
Winter Trip to Shogran: Snow, Roads & What to Expect
Shogran in winter is a snow day trip, not a summer stay. Road access, hotels, Siri Paye closure and the honest winter picture.
Winter Trip to Naran: What Actually Works in Winter
Naran in winter is a November trip, not a December one. Road windows, Saif-ul-Malook by 4WD, what closes and when to go.
PIA Launches Direct Islamabad–Birmingham Flights From 1 December
What happened Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) announced on Wednesday that it will launch three weekly direct flights between Islamabad and Birmingham from 1 December. The flights will initially operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, according to a statement by the airline’s spokesperson, and are aimed at the large number of Pakistanis living in the northern […]
Lahore Fort’s Akbari Gate and Curator’s House Soft-Launched After Conservation
What happened A soft launch of the Akbari Gate and the Curator’s House took place at the Lahore Fort on Wednesday, marking the completion of conservation work at two historic sites within the fort. The work was carried out under the Heritage and Urban Regeneration: Tourism Development in Lahore Fort and its Buffer Zone (HURL) […]
Shah Allah Ditta Buddha Caves Preservation Project Inaugurated in Islamabad
What happened Former Punjab chief minister Hamza Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated the Shah Allah Ditta Buddha Caves Preservation Project in Islamabad on Wednesday, a government effort to preserve and promote Pakistan’s Buddhist heritage and shared cultural history. The centuries-old caves have been preserved by the National Heritage and Culture Division, and the inauguration ceremony included a […]
Hotels Open in Winter in Gilgit-Baltistan: A Detailed Guide
Which hotels in Gilgit-Baltistan actually stay open in winter? Gilgit city, Hunza, Skardu and what closes — plus how to verify before booking.