Comments on: Why I’m going to Burma (Myanmar)

By: Tom Bentley

Tom Bentley — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 22:51:51 +0000

Richard, I just came back from 8 days there. A fascinating, almost surreal place, and the people were warm and interesting. I was with a tour group that has a number of programs that contribute to the welfare of some poor villages and to the monasteries. I would have agreed with you here before I went on the value of traveling to such a place, but even more so after having been there. Thanks.

By: Outreach International

Outreach International — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 10:31:22 +0000

Interesting read and very well put Richard. Our social enterprise focuses on helping people and communities at the grassroots and you’re totally correct about the effect it has on the individual traveller – these are truly life-changing experiences and it ‘all starts by going there’ as you say.

@outreachint

By: Michael Zullo

Michael Zullo — Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:14:57 +0000

You’re right on the mark, Richard = “Once visited, a place like Burma, and its people, becomes familiar, like a backyard, or a family member. There is an emotional connection forged, an acquired understanding, and when there is a call for help, we are more likely to use our resources to act… to raise voices, to open wallets, to spend time, and to reach out. We, too, can make a positive difference….but it all starts by going there.”

We were there for almost a month in 2012 and would love to go back. The people are fabulous. Perhaps sometime in late 2016 we can make it possible.
M and G
NYC

By: Brock

Brock — Sun, 27 Sep 2015 14:54:39 +0000

So perfectly written.
Nothing would stop me from going.
Most of the counties that we ‘shouldn’t visit’ are labeled as such because our government has a problem with their government. It’s important to remember that our civilians do not have a problem with their civilians.

We are all human beings who simply want peace at our true core. It is our governments and their political differences that cause all of these problems. Sad.

Hopefully your interaction will be nothing but a positive influence for all 🙂