Hampta Pass trek was my first ever trek. The experience was surreal. It was pretty hard but the views that we had throughout the trek made it much easier to get through! :D
You can choose Dalhousie, Manali, Kedarkantha.. basic & beginner trek.. you can explore your strengths specifically in snow & winter to going forward with moderate-difficult treks..😉
4. Finding travel buddies. I know that the travel plans won't work with your friends mostly. It gets cancelled, some have other engagement, jobs etc. So when you are free to go somebody else is also, so maybe find someone to travel with. Trust me I have made some friends with just one trip, they text me more and active.