Boat trip adventure

Slow start to the day with guys heading off for morning exploring while Alison and take in a local temple by the river.  Trip planned for later.

Bagan Boxing Day

Rested and ready to go we all rented E bikes after breakfast and headed off to Old Bagan cross country to visit loads of temples and pagodas (. Over 2200 to choose from). Great fun flying around on dirt tracks and very busy but slow roads and had snacks in one cafe and lunch in a veggie restaurant.  The whole place is geared up for visitors who are mainly Burmese but with a strong overseas contingent that will only increase particularly when you can fly in from Bangkok rather than go via Yangon.
Alison had a puncture and we were rescued by three young lads who showed us where to get it fixed. A call and 15 mins later a man on a bike arrived and fixed the tyre. All very slick.
Returned to New Bagan after a long exciting day out. Quiet dinner in a local cafe.

Bagan Pagodas 24/25 Dec 14

After a trip to the biggest bus terminal ever outside of Yangon with every bus having it,s own small office we embarked on what can only be described as the longest bumpiest bud ride in the world! The bus itself was comfy with reclining seats special pink neck rests and a loo (smelly). Stops for food and rinks were frequent. After what seemed an age we arrived in Bagan which was a 2 hour trip off the main highway between Yangon and Mandalay. Dawn approached as we haggled for a large taxi to take us to our hotel about 20 mins away.  Dawn broke as we took over our rooms (early check in a speciality in all Bagan hotels due to night bus method of travel for most Burmese visitors (majority of tourists are Burmese). We then slept for a couple of hours and had a nice breakfast on the lawn. All wore our Christmas hats' did our video and handed out the presents.  Made contact during the day with all at home to say Merry Christmas.
Edward, Floss and Christian headed off on an adventure while Alison and I took an easy stroll round the small town. All met up for a lovely dinner in a small local place.  noodles again for tea!
Best sleep ever that night xx

Lovely hot and sunny day again in Yangon.  After breakfast Alison and I headed off for a walk around a local park with lakes and temples.  Edward, Floss and Christian stayed in town for more sight seeing.  Relaxing afternoon before big road trip on night bus to Bagan.  Managed to secure flights back to Yangon for Alison and myself which is a major bonus rather than two nights on a bus!

Lovely morning in Bogyoke market (massive) that's sells everything you can imagine? Met up with Edward, Floss and Christian, changed some money (half a million Chat for $500) drank iced coffee and ate chicken noodle soup.  Back to hotel for a siesta. Will upload some photos as soon as I can work it out!

Arrived in Yangon ok

Long journey with exciting dash across Bangkok airport to connect with new flight to Yangon.  Met with Floss, Edward and Christian who are all well and went for Chinese meal on 19th Street downtown.
Hotel Chatrium very nice and hoping to see some of the sites today.
Weather in early 30's and sunny. :)

Myanmar Adventure

Day 1 of our adventure to meet Floss, Edward and Christian in Myanmar has started with a 6 hour delay to our flight to Bangkok. We are now leaving Heathrow at 1925 and after transiting Bangkok airport will be arriving in Yangon, Myanmar at 1730 on Monday.  Very excited about our trip and hope you enjoy the blog.