Ever since 2012,
Myanmar has opened its doors to foreign tourists, with government policies that
recognised the huge economic potential that tourism offers, and if you are
planning to tour Myanmar, Yangon makes for the perfect base.
The Cool Season
The best time to
visit Yangon is from November to February, which is the cool season, while
March and April have the highest temperatures, sometimes above 40C. From May to
October is the rainy season, which can make things difficult. One of the best
hotels in Yangon can be found at https://www.grandmercureyangongoldenempire.com/, which makes for the perfect base for your adventure.
You can enjoy luxurious 5-star accommodation, while the hotel also arranges
local day trip tours, which you can join, and in the evenings, you can enjoy
fine dining in luxurious surroundings and talk about the amazing experiences of
that day.
New US Dollars
Myanmar seems to be very
fussy when exchanging foreign currency, and they prefer the U$ and you should
get new notes from the bank, as most businesses in Yangon only accept the US
dollar that is in pristine condition. The $50 and $100 bills get a slightly
higher rate, and, of course, you can charge to your card, or withdraw local
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Early Mornings
If you are an early bird,
you’ll fit right in, as the locals are up just before dawn, as is with many hot
countries, and you can enjoy Burmese tea at a roadside café and watch the
locals go about their daily routines. The cool weather in the early morning
makes it ideal for walking around, and there are some stunning parks in Yangon,
so do pack a good pair of hiking boots if you have them.
Circle Line Train
The three-and-a-half-hour
journey only costs a few dollars, which circles around the outside of the city,
and if you sit in one of the ‘open’ carriages, you’ll get a great view. This is
a great way to cool down and you see something different each time you ride on
the Circle Line Train, meeting local vendors and other tourists.
Do Some Online Research
You can learn so much
about Myanmar with a few hours of online research, and it will help you to
fully appreciate your stay in this unique country. As you may know, Myanmar was
once colonised by the British, which is reflected in many aspects of their
culture, and its former name was Burma, which has a very long and colourful
history.
Learn the Local Language
As with every country in
the world, the locals warm to foreigners who make an effort to speak their
language, and again, you can find great online resources to learn the basics of
the Burmese language and that will help you enormously while you are in
Myanmar. Here is some Myanmar government information on tourism, which is a must-read for tourists planning to visit
Yangon.
Once you have made your
mind up to take your next holiday in Myanmar, search for a 5-star luxury hotel
and make your booking, as Yangon is a very popular holiday destination,
especially in the cool season.