About - Manoj Shrestha

Professional Background

As the Managing Director and CEO of Travel House Group of Companies, I lead a diversified portfolio spanning international travel, aviation representation, and real estate investments. The group includes Travel House Nepal, Travel House USA Pvt. Ltd., Travel House Vacations Inc., Harati Properties LLC, Falcon Landing Apartments, and additional commercial and residential property ventures in Illinois and Colorado, along with other strategic small business interests. My leadership is centered on scalable growth, cross-border operations, and long-term value creation across Nepal and the United States.

I am the founder of Travel House Nepal, now recognized as one of the largest Nepalese travel agencies serving the U.S. market. The company plays a key role in connecting the Nepalese diaspora through major hubs including Washington, D.C., New York, Chicago, Denver, and Kathmandu. Our continued success is driven by deep industry expertise, strong global airline partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to service excellence and community trust.

How I Got Started

My career in the travel industry began with World Travels, where I built a strong foundation in travel consulting, client relations, and airline operations. I later joined Zenith Group of Companies as GSA Manager, representing international airlines and holiday brands including Air Sahara, Sri Lankan Airlines, Dragon Air Hong Kong, and Qatar Airways Holidays, with a focus on airline representation and market development.

A key career milestone was organizing the first Qatar Airways Familiarization Trip from Nepal to promote Nepalese destinations in the Middle Eastern and Malaysian markets, under the guidance of Joy Dewan. I also successfully managed Dragon Air Flights and Dragon Air Holidays programs in Nepal, strengthening their market presence.

I have actively participated in international travel marts, industry seminars, travel expos, and global conferences, and have completed professional training with multiple international airlines and global distribution systems.

Alongside my travel leadership, I have strategically expanded into commercial and residential real estate investments in Illinois and Colorado, with a disciplined, investor-focused approach emphasizing stable markets, prudent asset selection, and long-term portfolio diversification. I am also involved in select small and medium-sized business ventures that complement my broader business interests.

My Passion for Travel

I am a passionate world traveler, having explored over 150 nations and immersed myself in diverse cultures, unique environments, and the stories of people across the globe. As an adventure traveler, I seek experiences that push boundaries—whether skiing down challenging slopes, skydiving, bungee jumping, or exploring remote landscapes. Along the way, I capture these moments through photography, preserving and sharing the beauty, emotion, and diversity of the world. Travel, adventure, and photography are not just hobbies—they are a way of life that fuels my curiosity, broadens my perspective, and celebrates the richness of our global community.