Christine

Christine

Born and raised in Brittany, France, I have lived for 25 years in Montreal, Quebec, 7 months in China, 10 years in the USA, one transition year in France, and I am now back in vibrant Montreal, with the desire to spend some summer time in Brittany. I have a small food consulting business, enjoy the world of explorers, traveling (especially in northern countries), graphic/web design, photography, food... and blogging about it. And I LOVE being snowed in... I believe that happiness comes from finding joy in a simple life, living every moment at its fullest, reaching serenity by staying positive, even when times are tough, and truly caring for loved ones and strangers.
  • Joined: January 6, 2019
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Bhutan Tourism

Monk in Bhutan

My husband Ed and I were very curious to compare the tourism industry in Bhutan to the one back home in Vermont because both places are about the same size.

Morning Light in the Himalayas

Monastery monks Bhutan

The sky is blue with a few white clouds. The air is so crisp and so clear. The light is unbelievable in the rising sun. Everything, the trees, the monastery seem to take the nicest colors and the crispiest lines.

Trekking in Bhutan

Bhutan Himalayas

Trekking is a wonderful way to discover Bhutan. The Himalayas are spectacular. And of course, you see places only accessible that way. We hiked for 3 days and a half, from Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, to Paro.

Bhutan Economy 101

Bhutan market

There are some interesting facts about the economy of Bhutan. While countries look at their GDP (gross domestic product) to measure their economic success, Bhutan has actually decided to focus on GNH (Gross National Happiness!)

Painted Bhutanese Houses

Bhutanese painted houses

Magnificent houses, very square, with white walls, visible structural beams made of blue pine, all painted of the same colors from nature: red, ochre, brown, white and black (no chemical paint here!). Amazing architecture!