Category Archives: Travel
Bangkok in 12 pictures
I took 2,500 photos in Bangkok this spring break, so sorting them out and deciding which ones to use, has been, to say the least, time-consuming. 7 days in Bangkok … Continue reading
In Thailand
I’ve completely neglected this blog for the past month due to a seemingly neverending line of midterms and finals. But just to be sure, I am still alive. I’m … Continue reading
Going to Asia (in three months)
This Christmas break, I will be going to Asia. It’s my first time going back in two years and I am excited. Since I was 13 when I last had … Continue reading
Went to Las Vegas
I have been absent from blogging for the past few days, because went on a road trip with my family to Nevada and beyond, staying three nights in Las Vegas. … Continue reading
A tale of two families: Wealth and poverty in Burma
When I went to Burma in 2006, one of my father’s friend, who I’ll call U Myint Aung picked us up at the Rangoon airport, in a old Toyota saloon … Continue reading
Traveling to Burma, a personal choice
The Irrawaddy has dedicated a large portion of its February issue to the sensitive issue of traveling to Burma. I have been inspired to write what I believe of this … Continue reading
Rangoon’s Intl Airport terminal construction completed
People’s Daily reports that Mingaladon International Airport is now completed, and will be inaugurated soon. The airport recently received a cosmetic facelift, addition of a terminal, and extension of the … Continue reading
Customs at Customs
Those who live or have been to Burma may relate to my experience at Yangon’s airport. As many know, Mingaladon International Airport is not the most advanced airport, a major … Continue reading
Food from Burma
My aunt and uncle returned from Burma today, bringing with them pounds and pounds of Burmese delectables from friends and relatives living in Burma. My mother got her share of … Continue reading
