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MYAnMAR The Strand Yangon Built in 1901, The Strand is recognised as a national landmark. Centrally located on Strand Road in the heart of Yangon's business and diplomatic district, it is within easy reach of the city's main attractions and a mere 30-minute drive from Yangon International Airport. Timeless elegance Renovated to reflect the epochal era of the 1920s and 1930s, today the hotel represents the grandeur and nostalgia of a bygone era. The three-storey Victorian hotel is a model of classic colonial architecture, from its colonnaded exterior to the marble floors and elegant chandeliers that adorn the lobby. The hotel's 30 suites are tastefully appointed with luxurious fittings and boast high ceilings, teakwood floors, spacious bedrooms and luxurious bathrooms. All suites are equipped with satellite television, in-room safe, newspaper service, IDD telephone and are serviced by a team of butlers 24-hours a day. Superior and Deluxe suites comprise a bedroom with a king size bed or two queens, a separate sitting room with richly textured sofas and a spacious, fully fitted bathroom with separate bath and shower. The stunning Strand Suite, the finest accommodation in the hotel, features a master bedroom with a four-poster bed, a junior study, spacious living room, a dining room with attached butler pantry and two bathrooms. The suite overlooks the Yangon River, adding the final touch to a grand experience. The Strand offers an intimate and elegant dining experience. The Café features a menu offering Burmese and western cuisine or feast on the chef's culinary creations at the Strand Grill while appreciating classical guitar music in the lavish dining room. The Strand Bar exudes an amiable and inviting atmosphere with a full range of cocktails and mixers available. The Lobby Lounge is a favourite meeting place for visitors and locals alike—it is the pulse of all activities at The Strand. State-of-the-art facilities Adding to the splendid old-world ambience is a valuable private collection of local art and antiques. As a conveniently located venue for business meetings in Myanmar, The Strand offers a well- equipped business centre with internet access and conference facilities. Other facilities include a boutique, jewellery gallery, a wide range of sightseeing excursions, babysitting services and, nearby, an 18-hole Gary Player-designed championship golf course just a 45-minute drive away. The spa suite also offers a wide range of massage options—from traditional Myanmar therapies to modern spa treatments—all set in a relaxing atmosphere. Tel: +95 1 243 377 Fax: +95 1 243 393 Email: strand@ghmhotels.com GHMhotels.com 92 Strand Road, Yangon MYANMAR www.paradisesonline.com 123