Who doesn’t like a lake? They are invariably surrounded by picturesque landscapes of quaint countryside or dramatic mountains. The water is generally calm and, good weather assumed, the expansive vistas are usually quite stunning. Coupled together, this invites a state of meditative contemplation that appeals to...
Tag: Myanmar
Also known as Burma, Myanmar has retained elements of culture and tradition in a way that many of its Asian neighbours haven’t. With vibrant festivals and markets, exquisite temples, diverse landscapes and friendly local people, Myanmar retains the aura of a bygone era
Instagrams of the Year
A year to remember for many reasons, 2016 has as ever has been filled with exciting travel adventures. With last year now at an end, what better way to be nostalgic over the past 366 days than by searching through Instagram? We’ve browsed the photo sharing app...
Best places to visit in January
With the twinkling Christmas decorations packed back into storage, all the leftover creations of turkey risotto and curry finally finished, and will power to stick to New Year’s resolutions already waning, January can be a hard month. What would we recommend as the best course of action...
Best places to travel in 2017
It’s that time of year when we start looking forward to the next 12 months and all that they have to offer. For us here at On The Go Tours, that means looking ahead to what could, and no doubt, should be the hottest destinations of...
Why now is the best time to visit Burma
It is likely you’ve not only heard of Burma’s appeal but seen evidence of its beauty – photos of hot air balloons gliding over Bagan’s ancient temples and glittering stupas, monks crossing the U-Bein Bridge at sunset and the leg-rowing Intha fisherman sailing down Inle Lake,...
10 reasons to visit Burma
Whether you’ve travelled through Vietnam, Cambodia or Thailand in the past and are looking for a different experience in Southeast Asia, or you’re completely new to this side of the world, you simply cannot go amiss with a holiday in the beguiling country of Burma. Need a reason...
Doorways to the world
They say adventure and discovery awaits around every corner, whether it is travelling down a previously untrodden trail, passing through an unopened door or experiencing a destination from a different perspective. In this week’s photo showcase Ann Amies has compiled a collection of photographs taken of classic destinations...
Made in Myanmar
The weekend is nearly upon us and right now we are daydreaming about where we wish we were heading. When scouring the web in the search for wonderful travel videos, this one caught our attention. Whether its the seemlingly magical way the leg-rowing fishermen perform their...
Best of Burma
Our 12 day Best of Burma tour allows travellers to discover this once isolated nation, which is brimming with sacred sites and heavenly landscapes just waiting to be explored, and possesses an intriguing culture based on time-old traditions. This week’s photo showcase offers an inside peek...
Myanmar on Film
After many years of isolation, Burma – or Myanmar, as it is officially known, has finally reopened to travellers giving them the opportunity to experience its rich culture and fascinating heritage. As if frozen in time, Burma retains the aura of a bygone era with a...