KATHMANDU, Oct 7: Dashain is nearly upon us now. Although the crisis in the country continues to trouble us, the imminent festivity has us preparing for it in our own little ways. And we have some tips that can help you make this Dashain very enjoyable.
Book your Tickets on time
The travel agencies sure know how to use our desperation to get home during Dashain to mint money! How about this Dashain you play the smarter one? Book your tickets beforehand because festive season is directly proportionate to the rising prices.
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Even if it means booking your tickets a couple of weeks early, chances are you still save a lump of money. An hour's difference in booking could easily mean a salary's difference. So, look for the best deals even if it's just a bus ticket or a 15-hour flight journey! Timely bookings also mean that you get the best seats.
Teach your younger siblings to make a kite
Flying kites can always make us nostalgic for the carefree happy days of our younger years. We had plenty of open space and even if you were playing on your rooftop, you could see miles around you. The clear sky would take on a colorful look as kites of different colors, shapes and sizes flew high above us. This Dashain, devote some time to your younger siblings and cousins and together make a kite from scratch. There are numerous DIY tips on the Internet which you can utilize to make the best kite in the neighborhood. We can still enjoy this pleasant past time despite tall buildings and lack of open space.
Add a new dish to the table
Dashain is all about spending quality time with our family and relatives with a spread of delicacies to keep us company. The hustle and bustle begins early in the morning when our parents, especially our moms, start preparing variety of dishes. You can add a special touch to this year's Dashain by learning a new recipe for the main meat dish at your home. Whether it is mutton, chicken, pork or fish, take over the kitchen a few times prior to the main day to perfect a new recipe. Cook with new ingredients or grill or steam instead of frying. Try a healthier option.
Be ready with gifts
Last minute arrangements are always a pain and you certainly don't want to disappoint anyone on this special occasion. Or risk missing out on someone in all the rush and excitement. Play smart and shop when you still have time. Choose a day when you can shop freely without being tossed around by the surging crowd. Jot down the names of loved ones and the gifts you want to give to them. Go shopping as soon as you can with a handy list that ensures the errand ends in a day or two. Also, choose a place where you can grab the maximum things from your list—a little brainstorming is worth it all. Wake up a little early if you want to get the most out of the Dashain sale and get your hands on the most exclusive products. So, go ahead and plan your day effectively keeping the above mentioned things in mind.
Get the crisp notes ready
New and crispy money continues to be the synonym for dakshina. Now that the Dashain season has started, many people have started heading to their banks to stock up on new notes for family and guests. Do your parents a favor by offering to do this task. Your parents will likely be busy with other preparations so you can go to the bank for the family's supply of crispy dakshina.
