This post was originally written by Ryan Brun for BMTM in 2014. While much of what he wrote is still true and remains in this post, I visited again in 2020 and have updated the post as well as added in new resources and spots to see. Enjoy! -Kristin Myanmar isn’t a Southeast Asian country […]
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If you’ve been dreaming of white temples and friendly locals, a bustling city, that for most, is a portal to Bagan, then you must be envisioning Mandalay. I liked Mandalay. My expectations were low after reading online reviews where people called the city chaotic and busy, but I came out loving it. And while I […]
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Hawaii’s Big Island is full of adventures. From mountaintops to under the sea, it’s the most diverse and largest island in Hawaii by far. I spent three weeks on the Big Island, exploring the coasts and jungles in between. This itinerary includes multiple options depending on how much time you have and whatever your desires […]
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