inle lake

The lake swamped with tourism

Inle Lake is one of the most beautiful places in Myanmar – for the nature as well as the communities. But it’s becoming corrupted by commercialisation.

trekking in hsipaw

Smiling village faces of Shan State

The only way to truly experience Myanmar is to get off the tourist trail of ‘the big four’. One of the best places to see rural life is around Hsipaw.

myanmar culture

Five ways to experience local Myanmar

There are plenty of fascinating sights in Myanmar but the most interesting aspect is the culture. Here are some tips for getting a true local experience.

pyin oo lwin

Finding the Burmese Days of old

The small town of Pyin Oo Lwin is a reminder of the British colonial times in Myanmar. It was the summer holiday resort during those years and much remains.

u bein bridge

On the road from Mandalay

The U Bein Teak Bridge is more than a tourist attraction for sunset. The bridge near Mandalay is used everyday by the locals – and that’s the best thing.