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Kyaiktiyo and Kinpun

May 12, 2016 by Charmaine

Considered the most religious destination for locals, the Golden Rock is a popular place. When you arrive, the bus will often drop you off in the town called Kyaiktiyo about

Myanmar Where In The World

Mawlamyine

May 12, 2016 by Charmaine

When you go to Myanmar, you’ll no doubt come across at least one literature by George Orwell. The English author worked and lived in Myanmar for numerous years. He set

Myanmar Where In The World

Hpa An

May 10, 2016 by Charmaine

Hpa-An, pronounced with a silent “h” offers a laid-back, backpacker vibe. Taking the bus into the town, you’re welcomed by a stunning array of mountains. Unfortunately, the country has started

Myanmar Where In The World

Kanthaya and Gwa

May 10, 2016 by Charmaine

Not a lot of people make it to the coast or beaches of Myanmar, and if they do, they tended to go to Ngapali. Ngapali beach is built up as

Myanmar Where In The World

Bagan

May 9, 2016 by Charmaine

Bagan, the postcard city of Myanmar. Located between the northern city of Mandalay and the capital of Yangon, there are many options of getting to Bagan. Getting in Buses are

Myanmar Where In The World

Inle Lake

April 23, 2016 by Charmaine

Everyone says Inle Lake is a must-see, shouldn’t be missed destination in Myanmar, but what they don’t tell you is how the area is completely commercialized and built for tourists.

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Kalaw and Hiking to Inle Lake

April 20, 2016 by Charmaine

Since all the guide books seem to include Inle Lake on the must-do list for Myanmar travellers, I decided to check it out for myself. Rather than just visiting the

Myanmar Where In The World

Mandalay

April 15, 2016 by Charmaine

My first touch down into Myanmar is Mandalay. Mandalay is the second largest city in the country towards the north. While it doesn’t really have any beautiful landscapes or cosmopolitan

Thailand Where In The World

Bangkok

April 14, 2016 by Charmaine

As the major hub for getting anywhere in South East Asia, Bangkok is a lively metropolitan city, with all the conveniences of any Western city. Getting to each destination is

Thailand Where In The World

Ayutthaya

March 11, 2016 by Charmaine

A former capital of Thailand, Ayutthaya was a power house. It even held the record for becoming the largest city in the 1700’s for having over 1 million inhabitants. It