We chose to go to Myanmar in the off season…. June.
Willing to forgo a sunset or two for less people, and a bit of heat and rain for open spaces and quiet, we seemed to have hit the best time.
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Flights to Myanmar
Getting flights to Myanmar is easy. Bangkok seems a good place for us to start from with several flights to choose from daily, destination Mandalay. When booking to Bagan from Mandalay or Yangon book to go to Nyaung U airport in Bagan.
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Helpful Travel Apps
Using apps can make travelling so much easier. When you’re on the go and are used to mobile information there is no need to forgo it just because you are in another country. A bit of forward planning makes a huge amount of difference.
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Myanmar Hotels
When looking for hotels in Myanmar we first look at Cheapflights, then Trip Advisor. They always have a good selection of Myanmar hotels and good prices. Both sites are excellent. And its helpful to read the reviews …
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Myanmar Tours
Touring Myanmar with a pre booked tour is an excellent way to start. Most of the time we are independent travellers, but sometimes when we’re new to a place it’s great to try a local tour.
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Myanmar ATMs and Sim Cards
In Myanmar if you are asking someone where an ATM is the phrase is ATM Cash. The ATMs are everywhere.
In Mandalay there are plenty of them, outside banks, or on the street corners. In Bagan we had an ATM at our hotel as well.
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Mandalay and Bagan Medical
At 8 pm we need to see a doctor for a blocked ear . This could be a problem. We ask the Bagan King Hotel staff and are told one of the tourist hospitals in Mandalay – Nan Taw Palace General Hospital – is only 2 blocks from our hotel. Located on 71st and 29th Street.
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Myanmar – Our Stories
‘We need to go to the big temple out the front of our hotel’ he said. ‘I think its called Gawdawpalin. Its our last night almost 8pm, plenty of time … … …
‘Sign say 8pm closed, you late’ Oh … Oops. We are unlocked and walk into the warm night, smiling.
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Myanmar – Frequently Asked Questions
How safe is Myanmar … Are there ATMs in Burma … Can I use USD in Myanmar … Do the Burmese people understand English …What is the best time to go to Myanmar … Is it hot … What is the main religion of Burma … What do I wear … Do I need Travel Insurance in Myanmar ?
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