Bhutan stories, from a modern Shangri-la

star.gif (1139 bytes) new3.gif (284 bytes) THE BUZZ ABOUT BHUTAN - Long hidden at the very rooftop of world, the tiny kingdom of Bhutan has banked both on its remote location and a policy of extreme  isolation to preserve its culture. But now, in welcoming the world, many wonder if this precious Shangri-la can survive its own significant buzz.

star.gif (1139 bytes) new3.gif (284 bytes) BHUTAN OPENING - Long an exclusive holiday destinations, this Himalayan Kingdom is opening up, and rolling out a red carpet for high rollers. Already open is the first of Aman's six properties; soon to come, another luxury COMO inn. But many wonder, is the rooftop of the world selling out?

      all other photos by Ron Gluckman