Kathmandu is a mix of the old and the new ... Embark on a shopping spree and explore shops at market areas like Thamel, New Road, Freak Street and Makhan Tole.

How has it been so far? Vikram Singh: When Aloft Kathmandu first opened, there were doubts about whether a high-end hotel could succeed in Thamel, a neighbourhood traditionally known for budget ...