The Radar: Beginner’s Guide to Myanmar, Take a Nearcation, 50 Years After the Fair

• Ever wanted to explore Myanmar? The government has opened up more areas of the country than in previous years. Check out these three itineraries before planning your trip. [Matador Network]

• We’ve all heard of the “staycation” at this point, and it makes sense. Finances are tight, but we still want to have a little fun. Here’s how to skip the staycation, while still staying close to home. [Landlopers]

• Seattle’s Space Needle turned 50 last month, which shares an anniversary date with the World’s Fair that opened many stories below. The fair might be a thing of the past, but the Space Needle is still holding strong! [New York Times]

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