Dear Mr Strachan

I know that you have already received a hugely glowing report from Vanessa Davis but, as we are the other lucky couple who have enjoyed your wonderful Pandaw cruises, I want to add my few words of thanks to your amazing staff.

It was so obviously such a happy team lead by Win Myo and they couldn't have done more to ensure that we had the most relaxing and enjoyable time. And Wyn is certainly a jewel in the Pandaw crown!

And as for the chefs....well, each meal was a total delight and SO beautifully presented. It was with a heavy heart that we had to say au revoir at Homelin. I hope you will pass our thanks and comments to Win.

With best wishes
Minnie and Anthony Greayer

We've recently returned from a trip to Myanmar which included a your 10 day "Bagan and Upper Irrawaddy" (14 Jan- 24 Jan) cruise, what a wonderful experience. Your boat "Zawgyi" was a splendid "hotel" and provided the most ideal way to seen the country and life by the river. Our accommodation and boat facilities were super and the food your chefs turned out, from such a cramped kitchen, was excellent in terms of choice, quality and presentation.

The one thing that really stood out over the duration of the trip was the crew and the way they all worked together to make the trip so special and memorable. They really worked as a team, all mixing in and doing whatever was necessary regardless of their apparent job. When the trip got delayed they shuffled the schedule so that we didn't miss anything and the captain and his boat crew worked very very long days to ensure we recovered lost time, including sending the pilot boat into the evening darkness to find us a safe route. Not surprisingly some of the crew didn't speak much English but we still managed to communicate adequately using "international sign language" and the abiding memory will be of their endless beaming smiles, everyone of them played an important part and played it so well.

As a company you provided a great holiday package but you should be particularly proud of your crew, the whole crew, for the efficient and cheery way they delivered it to make our holiday so special and truly memorable. Thank you.

Regards,
Stephen & Julia

We wanted to thank you and your wonderful staff for making our Hoamlin to Monywa Chindwin River cruise on the RV Zawgyi Pandaw an amazing adventure. We found the level of service and attention for detail amazing. It was no small feat to accomplish superior results in such an isolated environment.

We especially appreciate your watching over our vegetarian needs. Once again we extend special kudos to your Executive Chef and the sous-chef for developing unique and delicious dining options for us. It was delightful to experience innovative regional culinary dishes (vegetarian style).

It is easy to understand how fourteen years with Pandaw has enabled The Purser to deliver the standard of excellence Pandaw strives for.

We felt a greater sense of understanding and empathy for Myanmar as we departed the boat. We believe there is a bright future ahead for the country and we trust the local people will benefit from the positive changes ahead.

Once again, special thanks to you and you wonder staff and the crew for delivering a wonderful experience for us.

Best wishes,
Fred Harris
Joy Satterlee