The energy is coming back! The shopping malls are filling up, traffic congestion is (unfortunately) back and life is surprisingly quick to come back to a normal. However, the restrictions on Visa and International flights and mass gatherings are still in place till June 30, awaiting further updates. On the positive side, long-distance buses operate again and restaurants, cafes, tea shops and markets are mostly open too, with social distancing measures. See our latest update here.
On Myanmar’s social media last week many of the conversations were about
FaceApp, a mobile app that allows users to apply their photos to transformative filters., and The Street cat named Bob, a famous cat who has starred in movies and books died on June 16. Most attention has however been on the scandal between a Burmese actress and a singer. Named as “Season two of The World of the Married” after the famous Korean soap opera, the rumour is that the ladies are stuck in a love triangle with a man although nothing has been admitted. People have been sharing and expressing their opinions on this matter, and the ladies involved has not been quiet themselves, sharing and deleting posts after each other. And on June 19 social media was flooded with birthday wishes for State Counsellor’s 75th birthday. It was also stated that a new version of Myanmar 500ks notes will be released on Martyr’s day, Sunday, July 19. The notes will include the image of late General Aung San.
Our must read this week
- [Dining] 12 restaurants to experience Myanmar’s Ethnic Cuisines
- Get your motor running: Myanmar’s best weekend motorbike adventures
Featured Events
- Saturday, June 27
Ladies’ Night at HavanaPut your 💄 lipstick on and 👗 dress to impress as it’s Ladies’ night every Wednesday at HAVANA! Ladies get a FREE house cocktail 🍹 of your choice on entry, or come in a group of 4 and get a house cocktail JUG!!! Come for a drink 🍸 and stay for a dance… only at HAVANA! 💃🏼
- Saturday, June 27
DJ at Garbo BarDJ Andrew will cover the Saturday night with 80’s disco music from 7 pm. Also, enjoy daily happy hour “buy 1, get 1 free” promotion. To book: 09 2662 01988 or 01 934 5000.
Promotions
- Thursday, June 25
Off The Grill: Thursday @ Penthouse
Choose any cut from our butcher’s corner and get 2 hours free flow wine and beer for 9,000 Ks. - Friday, June 26
Friday Seafood Night Is Back @ Meliá Yangon
USD 27 net per person. For bookings or more information, please contact 09 2662 01988 or 01 934 5000. - Friday, June 26
Hooked on Seafood @ Novotel Yangon Max
USD 25 net per person. Reserve your seat now at 09 4440 8888 3 or book via Facebook messenger. - Saturday, June 27
Seafood a la carte buffet @ Sedona Yangon Hotel
USD 47 net for two persons – inclusive of free flow of wine, beer and soft drinks! A maximum of two children below 11 years old, accompanied by adults, dine for free! - Saturday, June 27
Family Night Buffet Dinner @ Meliá Yangon
US$19 net per person. For more information, please call 09 2662 01988 or 01 934 5000. - Sunday, June 14
Sunday Brunch @ Novotel Yangon Max
USD 34 net per person including free flow of Beer, Red & White Wine, Sparkling Wine and Soft drinks.
When is Myanmar planning to reopen their borders and returning to *normal” life for tourism.?
Any updates from the government?
Awaiting for your response.
We crossing our fingers it will happen from July 1st! But nothing is confirmed. Domestically there are now no restrictions.