9 Practical Tips for Traveling in Cambodia
We chose Cambodia as our first travel destination this year because of the song "Angkor Wat".
Angkor Wat is truly one of the seven wonders of the world❗️
Cambodia is also a hidden gem for reverse travel!
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I was hesitant to post a guide until the situation in Thailand was resolved,
but I believe that netizens are capable of independent thinking.
So I will update the relevant guides and experiences as soon as possible.
Today, I will summarize 9️⃣ practical tips, and you are welcome to add more👇
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1️⃣Visa on arrival is very convenient
Cambodia supports e-visas and visas on arrival, the latter costs $30 and is cheaper.
Fill in the information on the iPad in the arrival hall, pay at the window, and there is Chinese service, very smooth.
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2️⃣US dollars are accepted everywhere
No need to exchange for local currency
US dollars can be used in all situations, and change will be given in local riel.
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3️⃣Buy a SIM card online in advance
In my experience, mobile roaming signals are poor at most attractions in Siem Reap.
🍑 SIM card has a good signal
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4️⃣Take a tuk-tuk with Grab
For 1-2 people, tuk-tuks are recommended, they are cheap and don't get stuck in traffic, and you can also take them at the airport.
Grab offers travel voucher packages, which are very cost-effective, and 5 days of taxi rides only cost 80r.
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5️⃣Be careful of motorcycle thieves in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap is very safe
Be careful of motorcycle thieves when walking or taking a tuk-tuk in Phnom Penh, especially with your phone.
Siem Reap is very safe, with mostly European and American tourists, and a slow pace.
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6️⃣Phnom Penh🔛Siem Reap Overnight bus is the most recommended
Flights/chartered cars/buses are available
✈️AirAsia is available, and flights are cheap
🚗For 3 or more people, you can consider chartering a car, which can be booked online
🚌Minibus $13, overnight bus $16
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7️⃣1 day is enough for Phnom Penh
Suitable as a transit, store your luggage and play for 1 day
Wat Phnom - Royal Palace - Mekong River - Phnom Penh Night Market
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8️⃣At least 3 days in Siem Reap
Angkor Wat is divided into small, large, and outer circles, each taking 1 day
The small and large circles can be reached by 🛵or🛺, both are not far
The outer circle requires a 🚗, you can book a 1-day tour or charter a car
Watch documentaries in advance to learn more, or find a professional guide
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9️⃣Stay near Pub Street in Siem Reap
Most of the food and drink is concentrated here, and there is a night market at night
🌄Go to Angkor Wat at 5 am to watch the sunrise
🌅Watch the sunset at Bakheng Hill in the evening
🏨You can stay in a nice place for less than 500