Because every country and region has its own customs and cultures, it’s important to plan future trips with this in mind, more so when you’re going abroad because what might be acceptable in one country might see you jailed in another.

“The three-day and two-night package, offered from November 1 to December 23, includes accommodation, meals and exclusive transportation arranged upon request from the clients,”

Mooring at the edge of the lake, you can also see the beautiful and romantic Karaweik Palace, a replica of a classical royal barge decorated with a couple of hintha brahminy ducks, which has a restaurant and ballroom.

Entertainment will include a dance performance by the hotel’s gym manager and dance instructor, Mr Patrick Nebre, live music from the in-house band, carol singing and a lucky draw program.

“This year I want to plan a family gathering party especially for my mother because I always have fun with my friends but I never make plans to do anything fun with my mother,”

THERE are so many restaurants in Yangon serving foreign cuisine that it can be difficult choosing one for a meal with family, friends, colleagues or that someone special.

A Christmas songs competition for children aged between six and 12 will be held at North Point shopping centre on December 22. Prizes will be presented to the most talented performers.

Not far from Kutho Taw is Atumashi Kyaung (the Incomparable Monastery) which was built by King Mindon in honour of King Tharyarwadi, and the Golden Palace monastery, where King Mindon and Chief Queen Setkyadevi spent most of their happy married life. There you can almost feel the royal fingerprints as you wander about.