Tourist arrivals surge 54 percent last year at Yangon International Airport
The number of tourists arriving through Yangon International Airport rose more than 50 percent last year compared to 2011, the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism said.
Last Updated on Thursday, 24 January 2013 15:01
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Govt set to expand visa-on-arrival scheme, minister says
Twenty-two countries have requested that the government expand its visa-on-arrival scheme to businesspeople from their countries, Immigration Minister Khin Yi said.
Last Updated on Thursday, 24 January 2013 15:06
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Myanmar Ministry of Religion puts aside for Gaya tour services
Myanmar Ministry of Religious Affairs has relaxed its policy allowing all travelling agencies to provide service for Bodh Gaya trip, according to the Union of Myanmar Travel Association (UMTA).
Last Updated on Sunday, 20 January 2013 22:24
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Blissful sales in Bogyoke Market souvenir shops
The sales of Myanmar handmade souvenirs shops in Bogyoke Aung San Market hit an unprecedented heigh during this high season
Last Updated on Saturday, 19 January 2013 18:12
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