Kathmandu, Dec. 31 -- The tourism industry lost heart when hotel occupancy rates plunged to less than 20 percent in 2015 in the wake of twin disasters-the devastating earthquake and crippling trade embargo.

But the disaster brought one positive change in Nepal's tourism landscape: More Nepali adventure seekers started exploring their own country.

Millennials love to splurge on experiences. They're willing to spend on making memories than buying goods. Many young Nepalis are today looking for the ultimate adventure.

Apart from traditional leisure destinations like Pokhara, Chitwan, Lumbini and Nagarkot, the millennial loves far-flung areas and challenges. From Annapurna trekking route to Mardi trek, and from Ghandruk to Rara Lake, the c...