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Dos and Don'ts for International TouristsThe international tourists when they take long leave for temporary recreations from their fatigues they may be able to enjoy more happiness if they could avoid misunderstandings with the local residents, health problems and cultural values if they have the prior knowledge about these facts. It is very important for the international tourists to know the dos and don'ts as the culture, customs and beliefs of a national race is different from others. Only if the people who understand the dos and don'ts explain to the tourists and the tourists themselves have to study they may be able to enjoy their holidays and recreations at the full extent.
It will be necessary to declare the foreign currencies that are above the value of US $ 2,000, the jeweleries and electronics materials at the airport to the custom officers concerned . Two hundred liters of liquor , 400 cigarettes, 100 cigars and perfume 0.5 liter of perfume are allowed to each foreign tourist. The US Dollar could be exchanged with F.E.C at the money exchange centres recognized by the government. Furthermore, FEC can be exchanged with Myanmar Kyat a these centres. At some large cities the credit cards are accepted at the hotel and restaurants and about 20 to 40 percent is charged for the services. Mobile phones that can be used in other foreign countries can not be used in Myanmar, but if it is bring along the custom officer will keep it temporarily and will be returned at the departure from the country. The Government offices are opened from Monday until Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. , and the banks are opened from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. But these offices and banks will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays and on Public Gazette holidays. An international traveler who leaves Yangon International Airport shall have to pay US$10 for departure tax. The international traveler needs to buy the Jewellery at the shops recognized by the government and when buying these the receipt bill for the export from that shop is also needed. . Bargaining is suggested to get the moderate prize for the thing that is bought. Do: For hygiene reasons take foods only at the high- class restaurants. Drink only the purified water bottle and the cold-cans that are not opened yet. Take warm foods only. Dont's Some foods that are sold on the side streets are not healthy. As restaurants in Myanmar usually put some kind of artificial sweetening agent for seasoning food ( monosodium glutamate ) if you are allergic to that you have to say in advance when ordering the foods. Do : When giving or receiving something please use your right hand. Hand shakes in not needed always when meeting with the women. Take off your shoes and foot wears when you are going to religious locations such as pagodas and monasteries. Gives respect to the image of Buddha. International tourists should deal with respect when meeting with the monks, nuns and novices. Take a lower position when meeting them. Don'ts: Avoid the acts such like kissing in public. As Myanmar assumes their heads as a noble part of the body avoid touching the head. Passing through over one's body is regarded as an insult and so avoid doing it. As Myanmar has a hot and moist weather put on cotton cloth or cotton fabrics. Don't forget to bring hats, sun glasses and sun cream and sun lotion when you are going to the sea side beach resorts. Dont's: International tourist especially the women should refrain from putting on the pants , mini skirts and those dresses which expose a large portion of the body. Do: Do not forget to bring the medicines that you usually take including antibiotics and anti mosquito repellent lotion or cream and which protects sun burns. Reference: www myanmartourism-services.com.www.myanmartourism.com |
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