Myanmar

The Nepal government renewed its travel advisory for citizens planning to visit Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos on Monday, 23rd December.

MAI is offering travellers a chance to experience “The MAI Option” at a reduced rate. From November 1 through November 31, 2024. This exclusive offer is an ideal opportunity to explore new…

The Indonesian government officially announced the implementation of a visa-free travel policy for citizens of 13 countries.

MAI offers four weekly flights from Yangon to Seoul-Incheon on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, catering to a diverse range of travel purposes, including weekend getaways, business…

Filipino food and beverage (F&B) firm G2G All Spice Eatery Group Inc formally opened the country's first authentic Burmese restaurant Rangoon Ruby.

Myanmar Airways International (MIA) offers seamless connections from Yangon (RGN) and Mandalay (MDL) to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang (DMK) with 49 weekly flights. This is excluding…

In an interview with Brand TD, Tanes Kumar, Acting Chief Executive Officer & Chief Commercial Officer of Myanmar Airways International (MAI), shares more about the airline, its expansion…

Myanmar Airways International (MAI), Myanmar's largest carrier, is continuing its network expansion as the airline added three regional destinations with Hanoi (HAN), Ho Chi Minh (SGN) and…

Under the new guidelines, travellers are required to present proof of vaccination with an MOH-approved vaccine and a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test issued 48 hours before arrival

Myanmar has resumed accepting tourist e-visa applications from this week more than two years after the country suspended all new e-visa applications

Myanmar Tourism Marketing said it is now possible for international business and leisure travellers to visit the country if they are full vaccinated and meet the criteria to secure an online…

Myanmar will reopen to international tourists on 17 April, the junta government announced after a two-year shut-down due to the Covid-19 pandemic

Myanmar has rolled out plans to resume international tourism early next year

In those days, Bagan was the biggest city in the country we now know as Myanmar, or Burma.  In fact it was a very religious city.  Staunchly Buddhist, whose citizens built over 10,000…

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has signed hotel management agreements (HMAs) with three new hotels in Myanmar

Khiri Travel Myanmar has announced that its joint venture partner in Myanmar, Edwin Briels, has stepped back from the partnership after nine years.

in September 2014, Myanmar evisa from India launched. It permits travellers to get their visa within 28 days. Thus, to witness the best glimpses, no better tourist destination than Myanmar. 

Vietjet coordinated with the Embassy of Vietnam in Myanmar and the two countries’ authorities to operate a special flight bringing 240 Vietnamese citizens from Myanmar back to Vietnam…

A new and exciting DMC in the South East Asia region - Travel Exclusive Asia has been launched. The brainchild of tourism industry veterans André van der Marck and Gerben Bloemendaal and…

Banyan Tree Holdings (through its wholly-owned subsidiary Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts) and Myanmar Treasure Hotel & Resort Group Company (better known as Htoo Hospitality)…

Overlooking an enchanting patchwork of shimmering waters, rolling hills and rice fields, Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min is redefining the wellness retreat concept on the spectacular shores…

The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) confirmed it was postponing the annual Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) dates to 25-26 August 2020. Myanmar will host the forum this year in…

Sourcing local is not simply a trend, but rather has become a key component of many restaurants’ endeavours to ensure fresh and tasty ingredients, promote environmental sustainability, and…

Yangon Aerodrome Company (YACL), the airport management company of Yangon International Airport (YIA), announced that the main aviation gateway of Myanmar closed 2019 with a record high…

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is accelerating its global expansion with plans to open new hotels and resorts in some of the world’s most dynamic…

Nico Gormsen, general manager of Hahn Air inaugurated the Hahn Air School in Myanmar on behalf of the Hahn Air Foundation. The festive ceremony was attended by almost 500 citizens of the…

Look at any travel story or poster promoting tourism in Myanmar and chances are it will feature one of two iconic images - the shimmering golden stupa of Shwedagon Pagoda, or a hot-air…

Whether you're into the magic of White Christmas or looking for powder-soft sands — from Singapore to Yangon, to Pattaya and Bangkok — Hotels G, managed by GCP Hospitality, is the ideal…

In this exclusive TD interview, we caught up with Pablo Aloy Gomez, general manager of Meliá Yangón, to find out more about Yangon as a destination, the hotel's overarching strategy, and…

Hertz Asia-Pacific has appointed Discover the World (DTW) as its general sales agent (GSA) for Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. First Marketing has also been appointed as the GSA for Macau.…

We talk to Tony Chisholm, COO at GCP Hospitality

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Myanmar has added more countries to its visa-on-arrival list to make it easier for tourists to visit the country as it raises its tourism appeal worldwide. Effective from October,…

Myanmar Airways International has confirmed it will introduce a new nonstop service from its Yangon base to Seoul in South Korea this December. The airline, which has strong links with…

The newly announced UNESCO World Heritage town of Bagan is betting big on the upcoming ballooning season. This was revealed by Myanmar Tourism Marketing. This year, the town’s famous…

Car rental brand Avis, has announced its latest expansion into Myanmar to support both business and leisure travellers. The new Avis Myanmar head office is located at Inya Lake Hotel,…

Burma Boating is set to launch monthly cruises around the Mergui Archipelago, combining two of the most sought-after activities in these pristine waters – yachting and scuba diving.…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in Myanmar from September this year. The introduction of BSP operations will ease…

Yangon International Airport (YIA) unveiled the Mingalar Sky Premium Lounge, the first 24-hour, five-star premium lounge to offer express passenger check-in in the country. Located at…

From a trip down the picturesque French Riviera to a captivating tour of one of the oldest Hindu temples in Bali, Klook curates the ultimate list of photogenic spots to up the Insta-game.

Dubai-based flydubai has announced plans to launch flights to Krabi in Thailand and Yangon in Myanmar, expanding its network to Southeast Asia. The new daily flights are codeshared with…

An Airbus A220-300 flight test aircraft will visit six Asian destinations as part of a demonstration tour across the region. After a stopover at Seoul’s Incheon Airport the aircraft heads to…

IndiGo has announced two new international routes — Delhi-Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Kolkata-Yangon (Myanmar). While the Kolkata-Yangon daily will start from 20 September, the Delhi-Dhaka…

With Myanmar’s ancient capital, Bagan, now inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage list, new offerings are being rolled out by various travel companies to promote the destination.…

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Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of more than 520 hotels in 53 countries, will debut its Avani and Oaks brands in Yangon, Myanmar, with the…

Ride-sharing; home-sharing; space-sharing... the list of community-focussed words that form part of our everyday lives seems to grow on a weekly basis. It's now a regular occurence to take a…

With its turquoise blue waters and stunning sunsets, Ngapali, Myanmar’s most popular beach, is thriving as a holiday spot. It’s countryside vibe, well-preserved culture and local attractions…

Thailand’s Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement to launch the ASAI brand in Myanmar, slated to open in 2020.

We chat with the general manager of the newest property, Vinoth Kumar, to discover the hidden gem – Yangon and the first Grand Mercure in Myanmar.

Grand Mercure announces the opening of its first property in Myanmar.

Myanmar’s Air KBZ has announced an interline agreement with Hahn Air Lines, allowing more than 100,000 travel agents in 190 countries to book domestic flights in Myanmar.

Asia cruise pioneer Pandaw has announced a new river and ocean voyage that will explore southern Burma, setting sail on 28 February 28 2019.

Dusit International has introduceda new hotel brand – ASAI Hotels – designed for millennial-minded travellers who want local and authentic experiences in the world’s most vibrant…

Continuing their relentless expansion, and commitment to installing their services for the convenience of Chinese travellers and local merchants all around the world, Alipay have announced…

Following yesterday’s announcement that Hong Kong’s Asia Prestige Management (APM) have purchased Ranveli Island Resort as part of their strategy to boost their Zazz brand in the region, I…

Best Western Hotels & Resorts is celebrating yet another successful year in Asia, with multiple new hotels being launched in key business and leisure destinations all across the region.

Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the opening Pan Pacific Yangon in November, the first property in Myanmar under the brand. The 25-storey Pan Pacific Yangon sits within Junction…

Yangon gained its first design hotel on 7 September, with the opening of Hotel G Yangon, centrally located at the heart of the city’s vibrant entertainment neighbourhood.  Guests…

A new development in river cruising in Laos with the launch of an inspired new fleet of five custom-designed river cruisers that will work the upper reaches of the mighty Mekong in northern…

Myanmar's government is preparing a UNESCO World Heritage bid for Mrauk-U, the ancient Arkanese capital in Rakhine state. The Irrawaddy reports that the proposal will be submitted by…

Grand Hyatt Changsha Location: In a 61-story tower overlooking Xiang River on Xiangjiang Road in Changsha, the capital of Hunan province Grade: Luxury Keys: 354 Facilities: Five…

Hilton Yantai Location: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province Grade: Upper-upscale Keys: 252…

Myanmar experienced a sharp rise in visitor arrivals in the first half of 2017. According to data from the Myanmar Tourism Federation (MTF), arrivals at the country's three main…

X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok Grade: Upper-midscale Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…

FCM Travel Solutions has formed a new partnership with Oway Travels & Tours, marking the company's entry into Myanmar. With many of FCM’s clients operating across Asia, Caroline…

AccorHotels has signed a major new agreement for three properties in Myanmar. The partnership with LP Holding will kick off with the opening of the Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort in the…

Emirates has expanded its presence in Southeast Asia with the launch its first ever flights to Cambodia. The new daily service kicked off this month, coinciding with the start of…

The famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon could be inscribed on to the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Irrawaddy news site reports that the ancient golden temple is one of three sites…

The famous "Golden Rock" pagoda in Myanmar's Mon State will not be designated as a national cultural heritage zone. The Irrawaddy news site reports that the popular tourist destination…

International tourism in Bagan, Myanmar, is experiencing strong growth, but the ancient destination is still under-served by major hotel groups, a new report has found. In its latest…

Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) When? Four times a week, effective immediately Who? Spring Airlines Why?…

Pandaw, the river cruise operator, has unveiled plans for a new voyage around Myanmar's Irrawaddy Delta. Scheduled to launch in May 2018, the new cruise is designed to explore the…

Tourism authorities in Myanmar say they are optimistic that a new agreement with Thailand will give the country a tourism boost - especially during the green season. Thailand and…

Emirates will touch down in Cambodia for the first time this summer, with the launch of services to the capital, Phnom Penh. Commencing on 1 July 2017, the new route will be operated…

Pandaw Expeditions, the river cruise operator, has partnered with a restaurant in Myanmar to launch a new training programme for teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. Sanon, the…

The head of one of Myanmar's biggest DMCs has said that he is hopeful that a new agreement between Thailand and Myanmar will lead to greater cross-border tourism opportunities. Edwin…

Construction work has commenced on the Peninsula Yangon, the luxury brand's first ever hotel in Myanmar. A ground-breaking ceremony was held this week at the site of the former…

Khiri Travel, the Asian DMC, has created two new full-day tours in Myanmar. The new itineraries both focus on the ancient city of Bagan, which dates back almost a millennium and is…

Plans for a new airport in the Mrauk-U, the ancient town in western Myanmar, are being moved forward. The Irrawaddy reported U Aung Kyaw Zan, regional transport minister for Myanmar's…

Myanmar is planning to upgrade and expand Kawthaung Airport, in the far south of the country. The 7 Day Daily reported Myanmar's Minister of Hotels & Tourism, U Ohn Maung, as…

Authorities in Arakan state, which runs along the west coast of Myanmar, have proposed the development of nine new beach resorts, the independent Irrawaddy news site reports. Arakan…

Best Western Thousand Island Hotel Location: On the waterfront in Nyaung Shwe, the gateway city to Myanmar's Lake Inle Grade: Midscale Keys: 48 Facilities: Riverfront cafe, rooftop…

The Strand Cruise has announced details of a new voyage along the Irrawaddy (or Ayeyarwady) River between Mandalay and Yangon. The new itinerary will cover 959km over 11 days, leaving…

One of the world's largest hotel groups has opened its first ever property in Myanmar. Wyndham, which has a global network of almost 8,000 hotels, has launched the Tryp Yangon, a…

This week, Travel Daily Asia chats with May Myat Mon Win, chair of Myanmar Tourism Marketing, about the country's tourism strategy and targets... Q)    How did Myanmar's tourism…

The Myanmar government has called on international companies to invest in its up-and-coming tourism industry. Speaking at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in Singapore, Myanmar's…

Himalaya Airlines, the new Nepalese airline, will launch its first flights to Southeast Asia next month. Commencing on 10 February 2017, the Kathmandu-based carrier will operate five…