Ten Points for Tourists to Myanmar

I have collated this list of ten points for tourists to Myanmar after a lot of research. As Myanmar is a country with quickly changing policies for many things that affect tourists, it is important to get up to date information. I find the best information is from recent travellers, based on their experiences.

USEFUL HINTS for MYANMAR TRAVELLERS

Things I Have Discovered:

1)You must get your visa either prior to leaving your home country(but no longer than 3 months before arrival)or Bangkok.It is no longer possible to get a visa at the border.

2) There are now many money machines(ATM's) and exchange places - shop around for best rates.

3) It is best to take crisp, brand new American dollars for exchange.

4) You should pay accommodation and big bills in US dollars, and small payments for meals, transport etc in kyat, the local currency.

5) It seems you can now retain your own email address rather than set up an approved local account.

6)Allow approximately $1500US per person for 28 days....this is for a mix of cheap and some mid range accommodation, meals, entrance fees etc

7)It is recommended to have at least one train trip - there is a circuit around Yangon for $1 worth doing.

8)It can be cost effective to negotiate to have a shared driver rather than use planes and buses for travel around the country, even paying their accommodation and meals etc

9)Allow full days for road travel between the main towns even if the distances are quite short.

10)There are now internet cafes, and many hotels both high end and some mid range have WIIFI.Internet use is now relatively easy although often dial up, so slow.

As I find more information I will post here. It just may help others planning a trip to Myanmar.