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Ethnic Minorities of China

Unexpected, International Eats in Yangon, Myanmar

Unknown to most, Yangon’s food culture has exploded in the last few years offering many cannot-miss options to the visitor and local alike. – While local Burmese cuisine boasts a dazzling array of flavors rich...
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Ethnic Minorities of China

A Quick Guide to Myanmar’s Traditional Food

Myanmar was sealed off for the last 50 years, but, as the country opens up, travelers finally get to have a taste of one of Southeast Asia’s most colorful culinary palettes. – Burmese food is...
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Imperial dragon patterns

Amankora Bhutan: Retreat into the Valleys of a Forgotten Kingdom

The Amankora Bhutan is one of the world’s most isolated luxury accommodations. Take a closer look with us at each of the five beautiful retreats along the Amankora circuit.
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Girl praying at an ancient temple

Bhutan, Is Your Gross National Happiness A Myth?

South of the Himalayas, a tranquil and mystical Buddhist kingdom of 700,000 stands happily and detached from the outside world. This is the picture of Bhutan that we see portrayed online. Snow-covered peaks, simple farm...
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Chinese door in Hutong alley

Building authenticity – a conversation with John Reed, GM of Amankora Bhutan

On a recent trip to Bhutan I stayed at Amankora, Aman’s ultra-luxury resort series nestled in Bhutan’s six major valleys. John Reed, Amankora GM, built these properties when no other luxury hotels existed in Bhutan....
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