Siem Reap

Is Angkor Wat Worth The Fuss?

Photo of Angkor Wat

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The crowds you encounter if you visit Angkor Wat these days are more befitting of Disneyland than semi-rural Southeast Asia.

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Money and Costs in Cambodia

Beautiful lotus in Cambodia

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With the exception of tickets to enter famous attractions like Angkor Wat, costs of travel in Cambodia are cheap enough that you can easily subsist on under $30 per day.

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7 Misconceptions About Cambodia

Information about travel in Cambodia

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Cast aside these preconceived notions about Cambodia before your next visit to ensure you enjoy everything this amazing country has to offer.

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Siem Reap’s Permanent Chill

Flower on ground in Siem Reap, Cambodia

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If you plan to visit Angkor Wat, arrange to spend at least a complete day and evening exploring the town of Siem Reap, a perfect antidote to the hustle-bustle you endure getting to and through ancient cities and temples that surround it.

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Survivors, Temples and Trees in Cambodia

Teen girl in Cambodia

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The character of the Cambodian people is joyous and triumphant, in spite of their country still being largely barren as a result of mass killings that reduced their numbers to a fraction of what they are even today.

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Scam-Free Travel to Cambodia from Thailand

Monks in Siem Reap, Cambodia

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Avoid getting talked into scams in Bangkok and other places along the road to Cambodia to save yourself time, money and perhaps most importantly, your sanity.

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