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Stay at a Capsule Hotel. It's an interesting experience.

Did a motorcycle trip arranged at Harry's Guesthouse 3 years ago. I think it was $15/person. Prices probably have changed.

Per # 1, that's totally what I recommend and makes perfect sense. You could love destinations outside Yangon and if you get caught up and...

I loved Motherland, because of their friendly and helpful staff. I reckon it's closer to 25 minute walk to the city. The exchange rate...

It's the road conditions that makes an already terrible bus ride a nightmare. But it's all part of the adventure.

Was in Burma during the summer, adhere the above advise. Get crisp, clean, bills--especially the higher denominations which offers better...

See if an SOS International is around your upcoming destinations. Expect handing over western prices.

If money and time are no issues, why not change your flight to allow a stop over in Tokyo? It'll be worth it.

No big deal with shipping from China. I found it quite reasonably priced and all my items arrived. You could also use the address from...

Personally, I can't live without Peanut Butter and Jelly. Also very good source of energy. You should easily be able to restock on bread...

I've been to the Ghibli museum and totally loved it because I'm a big fan of Hayao Miyazaki's works. The museum is quite small and can be...

Awesome! Get a guidebook and stick with three areas to explore. If your return flight is from Beijing, I suggest immediately flying out of...

Xiamen is a lovely Chinese city. Definitely start here. There's also some YHAs to cut down on accomondations cost. I stayed at the Xiamen...

Rakuten Travel (http://www.mytrip.net/en/) I've used them 2 year ago. Generally speaking, hotels are expensive in Tokyo. Try contacting...

JET is by far the best deal for teaching positions in Japan, but if factors prevent you from waiting on their LONG application process, do...