Breathe Bhutan delivered an unforgettable week in one of the most beautiful places on earth. I joined my daughter and her husband as the tagalong on their trip (she is an adventure travel blogger and they go to the most unique and amazing places on earth)…and I immediately saw why they chose this company.

The country is stunning. The history is rich. But the culture and people are the real magic. This experience ranks among the best vacations of my 60 years. A memorable touch came on night one. Breathe Bhutan hosted dinner at their home with travelers from several countries. We shared a traditional Bhutanese meal, swapped travel stories, and got to know the Breathe Bhutan team. It set the tone for the whole week. Our guide and driver were pros. They shared the story of Bhutan’s past and present and how the country is protecting its culture in a fast changing world. It never felt like a script. It felt like traveling with smart friends who love their home.

My personal test was the hike to Tiger’s Nest. I have arthritis in my knees and I was worried about the stairs. The team assured me I would get to the top. They paced me. They helped me through the tricky sections. They encouraged me the whole way. I made it to the monastery and it was the highlight of the trip. It was a hard hike for me (not a problem for my daughter and son-in-law who are younger)…. But will always be remembered as special and a day of triumph!

If you are considering Bhutan, book with Breathe Bhutan. Thoughtful planning. Kind people. Zero hassle. Big memories. I went as a tagalong to a place I knew little about…. and left a superfan of the country!