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ClimateMyanmar has a tropical climate with three distinct
seasons:
* Cool season from October to February which is
dry and with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to
28ºC.
* Hot (dry) season from March to May with average
temperatures of between 30ºC and 40ºC.
* Rainy (monsoon) season occurs from June
to September with average temperatures of
between 25ºC and 30ºC and frequent short
rainstorms and higher humidity.
During the rainy season, Yangon normally receives
early morning and afternoon showers while rainfall
in Bagan and Mandalay is very low. The weather
around Inle Lake and Shan State is pleasant all year
round but usually cold at night from December to
February. Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake are good
to visit anytime of the year.
Health & ClothingEven though no vaccinations are required for entry
to Myanmar, please consult your family physician
about immunization requirements, particularly for
malaria and hepatitis. You should drink only bottled
water and exercise caution when eating from street
vendors and at small local restaurants.
Cotton clothing and a light wrap for the evenings
during the cool season are recommended. Do
not wear shorts, tank tops or sleeveless blouses,
especially when visiting temples, pagodas and
monasteries. Dress modestly at all times; revealing
clothing is frowned upon in Myanmar. Footwear
must be removed before entering a temple/
pagoda.
Travel Tips
Business & SocialThe following are some tips on business and
social visits that may help you during your stay in
Myanmar:
* Appointments should be made in advance and
punctuality is appreciated.
* Bus iness cards a re exchanged af ter
introduction.
* For business meetings, men should wear a
lightweight suit and tie, while women should
wear modest clothes.
* It is customary to shake hands on meeting
and saying goodbye. When addressing people
always use the appropriate prefix and family
name.
* Many people in Myanmar do not have a first
name and last name as in Western countries
but instead have several names, often of three
or four words. Generally, every name has a
meaning; therefore, it is advisable to address a
person with their complete name, especially if
you are not well-acquainted with them.
* It is useful – but not essential – to have some
business cards in Myanmar script.
* Many executives in Myanmar speak English.
* Visitors should be receptive to local customs
and conventions. When sitting cross-legged on
sofas or cushions, soles of the feet should not
be shown.
* Footwear is strictly prohibited in pagodas and
monasteries.
* Tipping in restaurants and hotels is not required
but appreciated (about 5 to 10 percent of the
total bill). Tips for taxis are not necessary.
* On social occasions such as an invitation to a
restaurant, be punctual and dress as for business
meetings unless otherwise indicated.
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Myanmar VisaA valid passport with a Myanmar Entry Visa is
required for all visitors. We advise all foreign visitors
to have passports with a validity of at least six
months. The entry visa to Myanmar can be obtained
from any Myanmar embassy or consulate general
offices worldwide. The Myanmar government has
two types of visas for foreign visitors:
* EVT VISA (Tourist Visa) – Single-entry visa for
tourist travellers entitling them to a maximum
28-day stay within the country (non-extendable).
The cost of this visa is approximately US$20 per
person.
* BUSINESS VISA – Single or multiple-entry visa
for travellers who are currently working under
contract in Myanmar (extendable).
Visa-On-ArrivalRegarding visa-on-arrival, pre-arrangements have to
be made and is available at Yangon and Mandalay
International Airports only. This visa is granted to
packaged cruise liner and chartered flight tourists
and to foreign independent travellers (FITs) from
places where there are no Myanmar representation;
through any licensed Myanmar Travel and Tour (MTT)
agency or directly by the Ministry of Hotels and
Tourism (MHT).
For more information on Myanmar visas, please
contact the nearest Myanmar embassy or any of
our agents.
CustomsBesides personal effects, visitors are allowed 400
cigarettes (100 cigars or 250grams of unrolled
tobacco), two quarts of liquor and 500ml of cologne
or perfume. Jewellery and electrical goods must be
declared at customs on arrival.
Airport TaxAirport tax is US$10 per person and is paid on
departure.
Airport TransfersTaxis from Yangon International Airport to the
downtown area will cost between US$6-8 depending
on the destination. Taxi travel within Yangon will
cost up to 4,000 to 5,000 kyats, depending on the
distance travelled. Please note that very few taxis
in Myanmar charge meter rates so it is important to
negotiate the fare before entering the taxi.
CurrencyThe local currency in Myanmar is the kyat
(pronounced “chaat”) and is divided into 100 pyas,
although these are no longer used. At present the
following kyat bank notes are in general use: Ks 50,
100, 200, 500, 1000 and 5000.
The US dollar is also widely accepted at the
prevailing market rate. Foreign visitors are strongly
advised to bring sufficient cash funds in US dollars
as credit cards are generally NOT accepted.
Traveller’s cheques and other foreign currencies
are not advisable as they can be difficult and time
consuming to change into local currency. Visitors are
advised to check with their travel agents or with their
hotels directly before arriving in the country.
Travel Tips: Entry Formalities
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Route Map
THAILAND
LAOS
CHINA
INDIA
BANG-LADESH
BAY OF BENGAL
GULF OF THAILAND
MYEIKARCHIPELAGO
Domestic Route
Myitkyina
Putao
Chiang Mai
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Kalay
Bamaw
MANDALAY
BAGAN
SITTWAYHEHO
NAYPYITAW
THANDWE
KYAING TONG
TACHILEIK
YANGON
DAWEI
MYEIK
KAWTHAUNG
Mrauk Oo
Ngapali
Inle Lake
Taung Taman Lake
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Map of Mandalay
60 | Air Mandalay - The Golden FlightMap courtesy of Delta Media
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