Bikinis on beach?

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bou
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Are bikinis acceptable on Myanmar's beaches or is a one-piece swimsuit (for females ;-))the best and easiest way not to cause any offence?

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herbie47
herbie47

Myanmar is conservative country. You may get away with it at Ngapali but I dont think its good idea at other beaches. Locals will wear t shirts and shorts at least. 1 piece would be safer and cause less offence.

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Mp63
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I wore a bikini at Setse and Maungmagan without any problems. On those beaches it wasn't difficult to walk down the beach a bit and find a quiet spot to sunbathe away from the crowd, which is concentrated around the beach restaurants.

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bou
bou

Thanks for the replies and advice. Will keep the bikinis for hotel pools.

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silverswimmer
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OK at Ngapali Beach,where they are the norm-but only on the beach.
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westwood
westwood

Is there really any difference wearing a bikini in a hotel swimming pool and on the beach? You will encounter locals both places.

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bou
bou

Thanks Westwood, the one piece it will be.

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