A lesser-explored corner of Europe, the Baltic states of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia offer a unique travel experience. And their three capital cities of Tallinn (Estonia), Riga (Latvia), and Vilnius (Lithuania) are sure to feature heavily in any travel plans you do make for the region. United by geography...
News Tips and Trivia
For all those looking for the latest news on all things travel-related, tips and advice on how best to plan and pack for your holiday, and interesting trivia on destinations, this is the place for you.
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Get Quiz Ready With A Year of Fun Fact Friday (12 minute read)
If you don’t follow us on Facebook and Instagram then firstly, why not? We’ll let you off if you follow us right now! Secondly, if you don’t follow us, then you’ve been missing out on our weekly Fun Fact Friday! Here we share little-known nuggets about the countries and...
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Your Questions Answered: The Egypt Sleeper Train (7 minute read)
On the majority of our Egypt tours, we include one or two journeys by overnight sleeper train, from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo. There are several reasons for doing this. Namely, using the Egypt sleeper train keeps costs down when compared to flying. We can pass these...
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The Queen of Travel: Every Overseas Trip by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (10 minute read)
Like millions of people around the world, everyone at On The Go Tours was deeply saddened to hear about the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who died peacefully at her Scottish home of Balmoral on 8 September 2022 at the age of 96, after a lifetime of...
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Tips For Visiting the Pyramids of Giza: How to get the Most From Your Trip (10 minute read)
I visited the Pyramids of Giza for myself in December 2021 as part of our King Tutankhamun group tour. The following are some tips shared with me by my guide and picked up by myself during the experience. I hope they are useful if you are visiting the pyramids...
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Rhino Populations in 2023: How is This Iconic Species Doing? (8 minute read)
It’s one of the world’s most iconic and recognizable animals. A member of the famous Big Five in Africa but unfortunately also targeted by poachers for its ivory horn. The rhino is an incredible creature and one that fuels travel around the world as people flock to catch a...
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10 Interesting Facts About the Serengeti National Park (5 minute read)
It’s Africa’s most famous national park and the dream travel destination for animal lovers around the world. But how much do you know about the mighty Serengeti National Park in Tanzania? Are you planning a trip to the reserve in order to tick the Big Five off your bucket...
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10 Interesting Facts About Cape Town (4 minute read)
It’s South Africa’s most popular city, home to iconic Table Mountain, gorgeous coastline, and stunning beaches. It’s also as far south as you can go on the African continent and is steeped in a rich and often turbulent history. With wonderful wildlife opportunities not too far away either, Cape...
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How to Make a Good Travel Video (9 minute read)
People often say that travelling is the best education one can get. And they’re right – travelling allows you to explore new places, meet new people, and learn about different cultures. What’s more, travel is a great way to escape from the stresses of everyday life. Whether you’re looking...
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Blue Lagoon VS Sky Lagoon in Iceland (7 minute read)
It’s a given that if you travel to Iceland, you visit one of the country’s geothermal pools or lagoons. And for decades, the go-to destination has been the Blue Lagoon. Taking a therapeutic dip in the warm geothermal waters is a great experience. And the convenient location outside Reykjavik...
