It was hard to decide whether to visit Myanmar’s ghost capital of Naypyitaw or not, as we’d heard that it was pretty much deserted and not too many backpackers come here. Despite this, I was intrigued by Naypyitaw because the…
Your guide to watching a traditional Mandalay puppet show in Myanmar
Mandalay is one of Myanmar’s most happening cities and it’s a great place to engage in the culture, as well as the beautiful temples and sights. One of the most interesting traditional shows to see is the Mandalay Marionettes puppet…
How to visit the Mrauk U ruins in Myanmar on a budget
*There is currently armed conflict in Mrauk U (as of 15th March 2019), if you were planning on travelling there then I strongly advise you to cancel them, there were shootings while we were there.* Read my account about being…
7 tips for visiting Inle Lake in Myanmar
Inle Lake is a highlight on the itinerary for many backpackers travelling in Myanmar and it certainly was for me, as it really is as beautiful as the photographs show, so here is everything you need to know before you…