Myanmar is considered a safe country to travel around, however we strongly advise to keep valuables at all times locked up: during the day in your hand bag and during nights in the safety box of your rooms. Do not leave valuables in vehicles unattended.

Begging is not widespread in Myanmar and visitors are requested not to encourage the development of this practice by giving money or sweets to children. If travellers wish to contribute to, say a village community, gifts should be directed to the local schoolteacher or headmaster. Contributions can also be arranged through recognised local charity organizations.

Photographing of airports, railways stations, wharves, police stations, military installations, bridges and government offices are generally not allowed. Please use discretion when photographing people, especially tribal people, who may have superstitions against this. For close-up shots, always ask first.