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Balloons over Loikaw Provides New Perspective of Kayah State
Celebrating 20 years of operations, ‘Balloons over Bagan’ has launched a new destination from which to enjoy the beauty of Myanmar from up above. Now visitors to the Golden Land can soar over the rolling hills with ‘Balloons over Loikaw’. -
New Eco Lodge in Demoso, Kayah State
Demoso Lodge is located in the beautiful township of Demoso, home to a laid back vibe and slow pace of life complemented by sensational views across the surrounding valleys. -
New Eco-Lodge Opens at Hsithe Village on the Ayeyarwady River
Hsithe is a small village with a very impressive history and heritage. Located in the Mandalay region, it takes roughly two hours by car and 30 minutes by boat to reach and relies on the revenue produced by fishing as its main source of income. -
Empowering Women Through Sustainable Crafts
Yuwaddy Center is YWCA (Young Women’s Christian Association) Myanmar’s social enterprise. It is located in one of the most famous colonial buildings in downtown Yangon. -
Renovation Work Starts on Myanmar’s Shwedagon Pagoda
The majestic Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar’s finest historic monument and landmark is undergoing restoration work and necessary maintenance. The renovation is planned to take place from October 2018 until March 2019, during which time the main Stupa will be covered in bamboo scaffolding. The first step is to renew its gold plate at the center, moving […] -
Renovation Tour of the Former Secretariat Office
Last Friday, Khar Khar from our Destination Asia Myanmar office joined a short tour named ‘Renovation Tour of Former Secretariat Office’. -
Rosewood Yangon Set to Open the Brand’s First Property in Myanmar
Rosewood Yangon is set to open the brand’s first property in Myanmar in Winter 2018. Located on The Strand in the heart of the city’s historic district, Rosewood Yangon will offer guests unparalleled access to the cultural treasures of Myanmar’s largest city. -
Yangon Team Walking Tour & Inspection Trip
Last week the Destination Asia Myanmar team set out to inspect three hotels in the downtown area of Yangon, bringing a fresh perspective on traditional 4 or 5 star luxury properties usually found in the city center. -
New Eco Resort Opens in Mergui Archipelago
Awei Pila Resort is located a two hour private boat ride from the shoreline of Kawthaung on the northernmost beach of Pila Island. -
Burma Bistro Opening in Downtown Yangon
Tucked between Shwe Bon Thar and Merchant road downtown, the unassuming entrance of Burma Bistro will have you wondering if you’ll end up in a local family’s apartment -
Arakan Nature Lodge in Gwa Township
Featuring nine individual thatched bungalows including a family one with 2 rooms, this small eco lodge has everything to please even the most discerning traveler. -
A Message of Hope from Myanmar
Destination Asia Myanmar has received emails from several agents asking about the political situation in Myanmar, and while we have been able to address them all, we would like to take this opportunity to provide an update to help you understand our view as travel professionals living and working here.