Tag: Myanmar
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World Tourism Day: Making the Most of International Experiences
With so many destinations offering diverse cultural experiences, there’s no one-size-fits-all formula for making the most of international trips. Nevertheless, ensuring that you travel with an open mind and a desire to grow is the most important part of any itinerary. In honor of World Tourism Day on September 27, enjoy these four tips to…
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3 Cross-Cultural Tips for the Journey to Sustainable Fishing in Myanmar
As many are recognizing, Myanmar’s position as a resource-rich, emerging market presents a unique ‘greenfield’ opportunity (to build from the ground up).
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Guest Blog Post by Kristen Eggers – Hope for Sustainable Fishing and Long-Lasting Relationships in Myanmar
Today, I am thrilled to welcome as a new guest blogger, my brilliant colleague, Aquatic Biologist and Research Specialist, Ms. Kristen Eggers, who was indispensable to the success of Access to Asia. In all honesty, if someone had asked me a year ago to point out the country of Myanmar on a map, I would…
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Myanmar/Burma & ASEAN, Part II
The global consulting firm McKinsey calls Myanmar “one of the few remaining largely untapped markets in the world.” But for those of us who simply love mysterious Myanmar (formerly Burma) for being one of the most fascinating nations worldwide, it is “the land of the pagodas.” The past year was significant for Myanmar as the…
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Myanmar/Burma & The French Connection, Part I
One of the most surprising things I discovered on my recent trip to Myanmar (formerly Burma) was the depth of the country’s association with the French. A quick dip into the history books showed that this relationship has been in existence since the early 18th century. It was only the pressing nature of the French…