Tour Safety Alert: A Singapore woman died in Bhutan on May 30 after feeling unwell during a hike down from Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang). Her tour group said CPR was given on site and she was taken to Paro Hospital, with investigations and a post-mortem underway. Heritage & Tourism Spotlight: Bhutan’s iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery is profiled, from its cliffside setting and 8th-century Guru Rinpoche folklore to the 1998 fire and the rebuilding effort. Community Tourism & Livelihoods: In Punakha, tourism linked to Chimi Lhakhang is expanding the local handicraft sector, with dozens of shops now earning strongly during peak visitor seasons. Museums Policy Move: Bhutan’s Department of Culture and Dzongkha Development is drafting guidelines for establishing and running museums and heritage galleries to standardize quality and support cultural tourism. Luxury Stays: Rare India adds Zhiwaling (Paro) to its curated portfolio, highlighting the property’s heritage-led design and sustainability credentials. Regional Travel Payments: UPI abroad guidance notes that Bhutan is among countries with active payment corridors, making it easier for Indian travellers to pay at merchants—where available.