Easily Italy’s most iconic structure, the Colosseum draws around 4 million visitors to the city of Rome every year. But how much do you really know about it? Here are 10 facts about the Colosseum you might not have heard before. 1. Built between 72 AD...
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Six Lesser-Known Attractions in Iceland
Iceland is famed for the breathtaking waterfalls and bubbling geysers of the Golden Circle. However, if you’re looking to get a little off the beaten track and explore some of the lesser-known attractions in Iceland – we’ve got you covered. Take a look at some of...
Top 10 Cities to Visit in Italy
One of Europe’s most alluring destinations, Italy is known for many things. From its mouth-watering food and world-class art to its fabulous fashion and iconic buildings. The best way to experience them all is by exploring this country’s many beautiful cities. So here’s our pick of...
Seven Eco-Friendly Destinations You Need to Visit
In an era when climate change is our biggest challenge, international travel has never been easier. But there are many ways in which we can make our globetrotting that bit better for the planet. Travelling to eco-friendly destinations is one such example. So if you’re searching for...
Eight Reasons You Need to Visit St Petersburg
Katy Grantham, our HR and Operations Exec, spent a year living in beautiful St Petersburg. Here she reveals why it’s her favourite city and gives you a few convincing reasons to visit St Petersburg too… A famous saying among Russians is that Moscow is for working and...
10 Common Misconceptions Travellers Have About Russia
Carl Cross, the Managing Director of On The Go Tours since July 2015, reminds us why we should never let our misconceptions of a country such as Russia stop us from travelling there… I try and go undercover on our trips two or three times a...
Top Six Experiences to Have in Russia
Spanning over 17 million km² across Eastern Europe and Asia, Russia is the largest country in the world. Its top attractions range from the cities of Moscow and St Petersburg to the idyllic countryside and charming towns of the Golden Ring. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime destination that offers...
Top Five Ancient Sites in Turkey
Whilst Greece often steals the limelight as the home of historic sites and ruins, it’s certainly not the only destination in Europe to get a taste for ancient history. Located at the meeting point between Europe and Asia, Turkey has a diverse history influenced by several...
Top 10 Sunrise Spots Around the World
Whether you’re an early riser or not, nothing beats starting your day with a view of the sunrise. Especially when you’re travelling in destinations with iconic monuments or stunning natural landscapes. From the gleaming white Taj Mahal to otherworldly Cappadocia in Turkey, here’s our pick of...
Why You Need to Add Meteora to Your Greece Itinerary
If there was any sight to tear you away from the stunning Greek islands, it would be the Meteora monasteries. Situated in central Greece, these monasteries are perched atop huge sandstone rocks that rise from the plains of Thessaly. With the Greek word Meteora meaning ‘suspended...