I arrived Inle Lake on a sunny, cool day. After a bit of rest at the hotel it was time to head out on the lake. I hopped in the long boat for a ride south to the village of Indein. From the hotel the boat winded its way through the floating gardens and stilted homes to the open water. Once in the main part of the lake the importance of this late …

Pagodas, pagodas, pagodas! The former 9th century capital of Bagan is home to the largest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas, and stupas. The day started with a climb to the top of a pagoda for an amazing view over Bagan's archeological complex with thousands of pagodas built during the 9th through 13th centuries. During the …

The Green Hill Valley Elephant Camp, established by young tourism professionals from the area in an effort to protect the natural environment, elephants and traditions of local people living around Kalaw. A large part of their propert is a private protected forest where native vegetation can grow undisturbed, creating a natural habitat for animals …