Beat the heat and the crowds — and grab a cut-rate hotel room — during the ‘green season’
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Staycation Culture Booms in Myanmar
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Hotels cater to locals who want to get away for a luxury vacation without the added stress of travel, planning and preparation.
After Bumpy 2017, Tourism Sector Looks for Clear Skies
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The Irrawaddy spoke with two sector operators about the troubles the Rakhine crisis has caused the country's tourism sector, and how to get out of the rough patch.
Nyaung Shwe’s Relaxed Night life offers the Perfect Coda to a Day on the Lake
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Good eats,funky drinks and funky pubs make for a surprisingly fun night out
New Tourism Push Targets Japanese Travelers
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Tourism Association organizes familiarization trip to Kawthaung; airport upgrades planned
Weaving a Little Lotus Magic at Inle Lake
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A pair of villages near the lake produce hand-woven textiles made from lotus flowers; the results are beautiful—but they aren’t cheap.
Cycling a Great Way to See Nyaung Shwe
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After you’ve done a boat trip on Inle Lake, take a two-wheeled tour of the local cafes and wineries, which are set amid stunning scenery
New Luxury Resort Offers Stunning Views of Inle Lake
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At Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min, you can wake to views of the Shan Mountains and watch the sun set over world famous Inle Lake
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Escape the City Traffic — Relax at Ngwe Saung Beach
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Chill out, enjoy the view, sip some fresh coconut milk and fall asleep to the sounds of the sea.
Myanmar to Host First Tour for ASEAN Travel Bloggers, Writers
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“The main purpose of this trip is to try to promote the beauty of Myanmar as well as our traditional products,” said Ma May Zune Win.
Myeik: It’s Not Just About Gorgeous Islands
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A new walking guide highlights the rich legacy of the southern port town’s colorful yet forgotten past.
Burma Town Wants the Secret Out: George Orwell Slept Here
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‘It is not easy to get attention from the world,’ says preservationist Nyo Ko Naing. ‘So it’s like Katha won the lottery.’
Burma Listed in Top Ten 2017 Travel Destinations
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Lonely Planet ranks Burma ninth in countries to visit and says ‘Southeast Asia’s most secretive country is poised to receive an influx of travelers.’
Bagan Tourist Interest Bumps After Quake
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Damage to almost 200 historic pagodas and temples in Bagan after the earthquake is not dampening tourist interest, with tour operators even reporting a bump.
UK, France Should Press Thai PM on Rights, to End Military Rule: Group
US, South Korea Agree to Suspend Joint Military Exercise
Across Asia's Borders, Trafficking Survivors Dial in for Justice
Private School’s Expulsion of Kindergarten Students with Blood Disorder Stirs Furor
Court to Decide on July 2 Whether to Charge Reuters Reporters
Flooding Causes Swathe of Devastation Across the Country
Court Revises Charges in U Ko Ni Assassination Case
Red Cross to Pay For $300K Facelift of Insein Prison Visitors Area