Did you know that there are more than 30 markets where you can shop for local and imported products in Phnom Penh? This is a mini guide to buying and window shopping in the Cambodian colorful city. All these selected Phnom Penh markets have their great selections and offerings. There is no single market that…
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Best Cambodia’s Souvenirs You Can Buy
Are you looking for Cambodian gift ideas? Here’s a list of the best souvenirs you should buy from Cambodia (also available online). After our hours of research, conversations with people in our circles, we can compile this list for most people who love Cambodia. Gifts made in Cambodia include: scarf, granite works, soaps, candles, spices,…
Khmer Music: Who’s Sin Sisamouth?
When we talk about Khmer music, we end up talking about Cambodian legend Sin Sisamouth. He was not known as a seasoned traveler. He’s popularly known as Cambodia’s most celebrated singer of all time. Throughout his life and music, his Cambodian fans can learn so much about the country. Most of his songs remarkably tell…
10 Must-Read Books about Cambodian History
The first step to understand this beautiful country is by starting to learn more about Khmer history, culture, and arts. From the glorious Angkor era to the year zero or genocide, these selected English-language books about the history of Cambodia will help you grasp a sense of the people, culture, and politics through the chronicled…
How to Get from Phnom Penh to Kep by Bus
Getting to Kep (Krong Kep) from Phnom Penh by bus is an enjoyable experience than by a taxi (or private car), especially if you’re traveling with small children. If you don’t want to drive by yourself, you can also take a bus (for under $10). There are times when you want to escape Phnom Penh…
Cambodia-based Startups You Should Know
Success and failure In this blog post, you’ll learn about Cambodia’s startups that offer tech solutions to users in Cambodia. These Phnom Penh-based startups take on old and new challenges facing the local population. From optimizing how you commute to work to an easy way to hop on a bus to getting your ordered grocery…
Camera Shops in Phnom Penh: Buying Guide
Where to buy a new digital camera when in Phnom Penh? Believe it or not, you can now buy a brand new digital camera in Phnom Penh without having to fly to Bangkok or Singapore. Some years back, it’s hard to find an authorized camera dealer like Canon or Nikon in Cambodia. But that’s no…
Cambodia Public Holidays 2018 – 2019
This is a complete list of Cambodia’s national public holidays in 2019, 2018, and 2017. The day(s) off is/are meant for government officials, although businesses have to observe these national holidays. Cambodian people enjoy about 20 days of public holidays in Cambodia, probably more than other countries in the world. Cambodia’s Public Holidays in 2019 1 Jan…
The Best Bookshops for Reading Lovers in Phnom Penh
Where can you buy new and used books in Phnom Penh? Here’s a list of bookshops and online stores you can buy Khmer and international books. Some online book stores in the Cambodian city sell books to Cambodian customers at reasonable prices. For most bookworms, you now have a number of bookshops to get some…
The Best Travel Pillows in 2018
For most frequent travelers, having a travel pillow is to make a plane flight or long bus trip much more comfortable. Why? When spend hours in the sitting position, you’ll realize how important it’s to have a good travel pillow. The best travel neck pillows should be: inflatable for long flights and distant trip made…