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cestgaston Nov 25th, 2010 08:42 AM

Kyat change in Myanmar
 
Anybody has a suggestion regarding changing US$ in Rangoon(hotel?) and the current rate?

ekscrunchy Nov 25th, 2010 04:05 PM

We were told that the moneychanger at this Yangon hotel offers excellent rates; make sure the bills are new and not marked or creased. The office is in the small shopping arcade off the lobby of the hotel.


http://www.summityangon.com/


We got the best rate--better than at the above hotel-- from our local travel agent. If you have a local agent, you should ask. Again, bring only new notes or notes in top condition.

MrZee Nov 25th, 2010 09:30 PM

One other bit of advice regarding changing money in Myanmar . . . larger denomination bills get better exchange rates. We absolutely loved our time in Myanmar, and visiting Bagan is an imperative. We hope you have a wonderful holiday to that fascinating country.

rhkkmk Nov 26th, 2010 05:51 AM

my driver changed them most often for me at great rates

thursdaysd Nov 26th, 2010 06:08 AM

I was told you got the best rates at the market, but you need a local (e.g. your driver) to handle the transaction.

JohnH Nov 27th, 2010 04:39 AM

We got a very good rate at the hotel directly behind Traders.


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