Myanmar (Burma) Archives | Sand In My Suitcase

Snapshot Story #25: Colorful Shinbyu procession celebrates novice monks

By Janice and George | March 22, 2018

The Shinbyu ceremony in Myanmar (Burma) celebrates boys becoming novice monks. It begins with a colorful procession to the monastery.

Loving the land of temples on an exotic Myanmar river cruise

By Janice and George | October 21, 2016

From a cheroot-making shop to gilded stupas, this Ayeyarwady River cruise on the deluxe “Belmond Orcaella” immerses you in exotic Myanmar. Ox-cart rides (bouncy!) are a bonus.

Snapshot Story #20: Myanmar monks and memories

By Janice and George | October 15, 2016

The land of immortality – and gems. The golden land, for its pagodas and sunsets. Photos of Myanmar monks and our memories remind us of this special land.

The amazing temples of Bagan – a photo safari

By Janice and George | February 1, 2016

Nothing can prepare you for the sight of the thousands of brick-red and honey-colored temples of Bagan in Myanmar, shimmering in the baking sun. The best way to see them is on a horse-and-buggy ride at sunset.

Where to stay in Yangon? The Savoy Hotel oozes colonial charm

By Janice and George | October 23, 2015

You’re forgiven if the Savoy Hotel takes you back to the days of the British Raj. With overhead fans, teakwood floors and antiques, this boutique hotel in Yangon, Myanmar, oozes colonial charm.

Snapshot Story #16: Myanmar’s Shwesandaw Pagoda is bigger than the Shwedagon!

By Janice and George | July 5, 2015

The glittering gold Shwesandaw Pagoda in Pyay, Myanmar, is even bigger than Yangon’s famous Shwedagon Pagoda. It’s less touristy too.

21 quirky and useful things to know about Yangon, Myanmar

By Janice and George | May 12, 2015

Some cities create lasting impressions. Yangon (Rangoon) in Myanmar struck us big time. It’s bustling with people. Streets are clogged with traffic. And oh the roses!