by Hayley | Jun 18, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
Taking the train to Hsipaw was sure to be an adventure. We had yet to take a train in this country and for good reason. Run by the government (meaning all money goes to them) they were notoriously slow, late & old. Our train was definitely built in the stone age....
by Hayley | Jun 18, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
After Cari Banana’s sad departure I was on my own. Well, almost. I had met Bridget along the way, so rather than travel solo we decided to travel together. She was heading north past Mandalay, so I chose to double back and go on an adventure with her. We needed...
by Hayley | Jun 14, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
After being almost constantly on the move for a week we felt we were in need of down time and Inle Lake was the perfect spot. Situated in the mountains this gorgeous lake felt like a haven after the bustle of a city. Staying in Nyaungshwe was like living in the the...
by Hayley | Jun 11, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
Upon leaving Bagan early Monday morning we found our spies…as we got our luggage scanned at the airport, the scanner screen was filmed on the security guards phone. He then took video/photos of us collecting the bags. Spies!!Driving into Mandalay was a feast for...
by Hayley | Jun 9, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
After 14 hours on a bus we were keen for the fresh air of Bagan so we chose our modes of transport accordingly…horse drawn cart and bicycle. We struck it lucky when we discovered our horse was called Rambo. He lived up to his name too, overtaking other carts on...
by Hayley | Jun 8, 2013 | Asia, Blog posts
What is with travelling and early starts? When I rule the world, we will all sleep in.On the cards was a (supposed) 8 hour bus trip to Bagan, one of the most significant Buddhist archeological sites in Myanmar. The area was home to 3 former capitals and now people...
