What to wear:
During most of the year light woolens and cottons are sufficient for day wear, with warmer attire necessary in the evenings. Heavy woolen clothing is required during winter months.

Communication:
Private communication centers and hotels provide ISD, STD, Fax and E-mail services. The STD code for Nepal is 977. Inquiries can be made at 197.

Electricity:
Major towns in Nepal have electricity and the voltage available is 220 volts and 50 cycles. Load shedding is sometimes experienced in Nepal. However, most of the hotels have installed their own generators.

Time:
Nepal is 5 hours 45 minutes a head of GMT (Greekhich Mean Time) and approximately 12 hours and 12 hours and 50 minutes a head of Pacific Time.

Money and Credit Cards:
Payment can be made in foreign exchange in hotels, travel agencies and airlines. Credit cards such as American Express, Master and Visa are widely accepted at major hotels, travel agencies, shops and restaurants.

Shopping
Shopping around in Nepal can be an experience in itself.  One can go shopping for  many unique and original products. Items in Nepal are usually cheaper than back at home,