Detour
The Hotel Vajra, a serene assembly of brick buildings, grassy courtyards, ivy-covered walls and Hindu statuary, is a calm oasis overlooking crowded, chaotic Katmandu. Built in 1980, the Vajra has 51 brick- and wood-lined guestrooms in three buildings, a sunny library (and resident librarian) and painted frescoes. A popular retreat for visiting writers and Sanskrit scholars, it offers performances (from rock music to Nepalese theater) plus roaring bonfires and dancing at its three rooftop patios in the evenings. Or simply savor the view of the Himalayas in the distance. Doubles from $38 to $90; book by e-mail at vajra@mos.com.np or by calling 977-1-272719.
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February 8, 1999
The Envelope, Please The 1999 OAG global airline of the year awards
Web Crawling This month sees the launch of three major frequent flyer programs to replace Asia's disappearing Passages plan
Short Cuts Travel agents were outraged at Delta Airlines' decision last month to slap a $2 surcharge on domestic tickets not booked online
Detour The Hotel Vajra is a calm oasis overlooking crowded, chaotic Katmandu
POLL Are you getting the most out of your frequent flyer program(s)?
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Special Report More information about spas in Asia
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