Myeik

To find out why so many tourists decide on Burma/Myanmar as a holiday destination, ensure you and your loved ones take the time to fully explore the area.

Take the time to really understand Burma/Myanmar by discovering its past. A good place to start is with a visit to the area's fine old ruins. Houses of worship are the perfect portals into a community's spiritual heart. The temples throughout Burma/Myanmar are no exception.

Relax in Burma/Myanmar's waterways and enjoy popular watersports such as scuba diving or swimming.

Food is an integral part of any culture and an excellent way to get to know a place. Among the many elements often used in this part of the world are ngapi (fermented seafood) and a thoke (salads). Tea leaf salad and shan-style rice (fish rice) are common meal choices for travelers and local foodies alike. And no meal is finished until you have tried halawa (sticky rice, butter and coconut), a common dessert in these parts. Black tea is a great drink to order at any time of day.

When planning your vacation to Myeik, it's good to remember that the closest major airport, Utapao International Airport, is situated in in Utapao, 160 miles (257 kilometers) to the east.