Although Myanmar’s borders remain more or less sealed, the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism has announced plans to restart its domestic tourism industry and open four new tourist destinations this month. U Khin Than Win, deputy director general o
The coronavirus outbreak that has infected more than 4000 people in China is driving tourists away from Asia, and Myanmar is no exception. Although no official release has been made that the virus has reached Myanmar, apparently the crisis in its lar
The Ministry of Hotels and Tourism recently released data showing that from January to September this year, more than 1.3 million foreign tourists entered Myanmar through its international airports. This represents 390,000 more visitors or a 41 perce
The Ministry of Hotels and Tourism has announced that it will issue Visas-on-Arrivals to travelers from a further six countries to boost the tourism industry. An article in The Irrawaddy said that the ministry is currently awaiting approval from the