Category Archives: Cambodia
Temples of Angkor – Day 3
It was our last day at the temples. We only had a few more to see and then I wanted to do a quick run through through Angkor Thom and end with Angkor Wat. I thought it would be great … Continue reading
Filed under Buddhism, Cambodia, Siem Reap, Travel, UNESCO world heritage Site
A City on Water – Kompong Khleang
I definitely needed a break from the temples today and decided to take an excursion to one of the floating villages. A few couchsurfers and I got the tip from a local couchsurfer telling us not to go to the … Continue reading
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Temples of Angkor – Day 2
Since my first day at the historic temples of Angkor went amazingly, I was extremely eager to start the second day. So eager, that I agreed to wake up at 4:30 in the morning and get an early morning start … Continue reading
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Temples of Angkor – Day 1
When we think of Angkor Wat we picture those stunningly beautiful shots of the temple silhouette at sunset or with its striking reflection. It is synonymous with power, ancient wonder, and most importantly, beauty. To tell you the truth, I … Continue reading
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First Impressions: Siem Reap
Upon entering Siem Reap, I didn’t have any prior expectations. The only thing I really knew about the town was that the Temples of Angkor were close by. And that’s just what the town was. A settlement that developed because … Continue reading
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A taste of Voluntourism
Awhile ago I had been searching for volunteer opportunities throughout Cambodia. Most of the projects I had found were going to cost me and I honestly don’t believe in paying to volunteer. The essence of volunteering is that you are … Continue reading
Filed under Cambodia, Phnom Penh
Delving into the Culture of Phnom Penh
I had heard that Phnom Penh was a city that a traveler could get stuck in for awhile. Even though there aren’t as many tourist sites as say Bangkok, it is the allure of the city and the way of … Continue reading
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First Impressions: Phnom Penh
If you don’t want to or can’t get a job, be a moto driver. That seems to be the motto of Phnom Penh. I couldn’t walk two steps without someone trying to flag me down asking if I want a … Continue reading
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Sihanoukville – Cambodia’s Beach Paradise
I hadn’t heard too much about Sihanoukville before I took the five hours bus ride from Koh Kong. The only facts I knew were from the Lonely Planet guide, which pointed me to Serendipity beach as the place to go. … Continue reading
Filed under Cambodia, Sihanoukville, Travel
