Myanmar
Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Myanmar.
Hotel guides
Travel videos
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Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, sharing regular travel videos with practical information and on-the-ground observations.
This short Myanmar travel video documents a walk around Kaw Thaung in southern Myanmar near Thailand, offering a useful country-focused street-level segment.
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Syifa Adriana is a YouTube travel channel by a UK-based solo travel vlogger focusing on culture, history, and everyday life.
This travel video gives a helpful on-the-ground look at arriving in Yangon, visiting Shwedagon Pagoda, and noticing everyday interactions around the city.
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Alan & Shannon is a YouTube travel channel by two Scottish creators documenting their journey through countries around the world.
Their travel video offers a strong city-level perspective on Myanmar by following Yangon's circular train on a three-hour route around the capital.
Travel articles & blogs
Going Awesome Places is an itinerary-focused travel site built around detailed trip guides and first-hand planning resources. Their Myanmar guide is a practical starting point for planning what to do, where to eat, where to stay, and what to expect across the trip.
Read the guide at goingawesomeplaces.com/destination/asia/myanmar/.
goingawesomeplaces.com/destination/asia/myanmar/
ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured trip-planning tools and comparisons. Their Myanmar guide gives a well-rounded overview of cultural sites, landscapes, major destinations, and visitor experiences across the country.
Read the guide at viatravelers.com/destinations/myanmar/.
viatravelers.com/destinations/myanmar/
Breathedreamgo is Mariellen Ward's transformational travel site, with a strong focus on India, South Asia, and responsible travel. Her Myanmar guide is helpful for comparing places to visit, timing a trip, travel tips, and notable experiences in one place.
Read the guide at breathedreamgo.com/myanmar-travel-guide/.
breathedreamgo.com/myanmar-travel-guide/
Earth Trekkers is a family adventure travel site specializing in structured destination guides, itineraries, hikes, road trips, and photography. Their Myanmar planning article is especially useful for shaping an itinerary around Yangon, Bagan, ballooning, and bus travel between cities.
Read the guide at earthtrekkers.com/destination-myanmar/.
earthtrekkers.com/destination-myanmar/
Travel Off Path is an independent travel news publication covering tourism developments, aviation, travel rules, and destination trends. Their Myanmar list offers a good scan of places to visit, sights to see, and tour ideas linking Mandalay, Yangon, and Bagan.
Read the guide at traveloffpath.com/10-awesome-things-to-do-in-myanmar/.
traveloffpath.com/10-awesome-things-to-do-in-myanmar/
Never Ending Voyage is a travel blog by Simon Fairbairn and Erin McNeaney, focused on slow travel and practical guides. Their Burma and Myanmar vegetarian guide is a practical resource for understanding local food context and finding vegetarian meals while traveling.
Read the guide at neverendingvoyage.com/vegetarian-survival-guide-to-burma-myanmar/.
neverendingvoyage.com/vegetarian-survival-guide-to-burma-myanmar/
A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog covering destination guides, SIM advice, and digital nomad topics. Their Myanmar SIM card guide is helpful for quickly comparing in-person purchases, online options, and eSIM choices before arrival.
Read the guide at abrokenbackpack.com/myanmar-sim-cards/.
abrokenbackpack.com/myanmar-sim-cards/
NOMADasaurus is an adventure travel and photography blog with detailed destination guides, gear coverage, and visual storytelling. Their money-in-Myanmar article gives practical guidance on cash needs and managing travel funds while moving around the country.
Read the guide at nomadasaurus.com/money-in-myanmar-burma/.
nomadasaurus.com/money-in-myanmar-burma/
Travel Babbo is Eric Stoen's family travel blog, focused on ambitious trips with children and destination photography. His Burma and Myanmar article is a strong fit for travelers interested in photogenic places to visit, framed around a National Geographic photography expedition.
Read the guide at travelbabbo.com/where-to-go-in-myanmar-burma/.
travelbabbo.com/where-to-go-in-myanmar-burma/
Migrationology is Mark Wiens' food travel blog, focused on street food, local restaurants, markets, and culinary travel. His lahpet thoke article is a helpful food-focused entry point into Myanmar tea leaf salad and its connection to local culinary culture.
Read the guide at migrationology.com/lahpet-thoke-myanmar-tea-leaf-salad/.
migrationology.com/lahpet-thoke-myanmar-tea-leaf-salad/
The Travel Hack is Monica Stott's short-trip travel blog, focused on weekend breaks, packing light, and practical travel tips. Her Myanmar and Burma money guide offers practical advice for looking after travel funds without depending on carrying excessive cash.
Read the guide at thetravelhack.com/financial/travel-news-look-money-myanmar-burma/.
thetravelhack.com/financial/travel-news-look-money-myanmar-burma/
Crazy Sexy Fun Traveler is Alexandra Kovacova's adventure and spa travel blog, covering wellness, beaches, hiking, and personal experiences. Her Myanmar holiday article gives a varied look at six experiences, from lakes and hot air ballooning to river cruising, adventure sports, and beaches.
Read the guide at crazysexyfuntraveler.com/best-experiences-for-myanmar-holiday/.
crazysexyfuntraveler.com/best-experiences-for-myanmar-holiday/
Green Global Travel is a sustainability and conservation travel site focused on ecotourism, responsible travel, wildlife, and cultural impact. Their Myanmar culture overview is a thoughtful background resource covering history, languages, religion, traditions, and cultural groups for country-level trip context.
Read the guide at greenglobaltravel.com/culture-of-myanmar-history-traditions-of-myanmar-people/.
greenglobaltravel.com/culture-of-myanmar-history-traditions-of-myanmar-people/
My Life's a Movie is a solo female adventure travel blog by Alyssa Ramos with creator-led destination coverage. Her Myanmar photography tour itinerary is useful for visual trip planning, with tips and scenes from Bagan temples, Inle Lake, pagodas, and monks.
Read the guide at mylifesamovie.com/myanmar-photography-tour/.
mylifesamovie.com/myanmar-photography-tour/
The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget-travel site focused on backpacking, hostels, gear, safety, and independent travel. Their Myanmar safety guide gives practical caution and visitor-focused context for assessing whether the country fits a planned trip.
Read the guide at thebrokebackpacker.com/is-myanmar-safe/.
thebrokebackpacker.com/is-myanmar-safe/