When you’re watching the sun rise spectacularly over the beautifully decaying temples of Angkor Wat or sipping cocktails on a dreamy Koh Rong beach, it’s hard to picture Cambodia as anything other than peaceful. Nevertheless, behind the country’s calm façade hides a horrifying history – one that still very much exists within living memory. The Khmer Rouge…
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The best places to visit in Cambodia for beach bums, party animals and foodies
Nestled between Thailand and Vietnam, Cambodia is an essential stop on any backpacking adventure around South East Asia, with a huge array of attractions and truly unique Khmer culture. Food lovers can fill up on fragrant dishes in busy cities and pretty towns across the country, while beach bums are spoilt for choice when it…
Become a real Lara Croft! The 11 best temples in Cambodia
Cambodia is famous for its beautiful ancient temples, which are scattered throughout the country and have miraculously survived to this day despite war and decay. Recently, these temples have also been attracting backpackers looking to make the discoveries of a lifetime! Whether you’re Lara Croft in training or just a novice explorer, there are many…
It’s not all about temples! The 15 best things to do in Siem Reap for every type of backpacker
Whether you’re a backpacking couple, solo wanderer or travelling with a group of friends, you’ll find that Siem Reap is an awesome city that has more to offer than its most famous attraction, the majestic Angkor Wat. I’ve sought out 15 of the coolest things to do in Siem Reap to make your experience extra…
The Ultimate Backpacking Cambodia Guide
Cambodia is bursting at the seams with rich culture, delectable cuisine, extraordinary nature and a wild party scene – the land of forgotten kingdoms is a playground for inquisitive backpackers. From exploring the grandeur temples of Angkor, to witnessing the unique bat cave spectacle in Battambang, raving until sunrise in the Jungle of Otres, swimming…
The best hostels in Siem Reap for every trip
How to find the best hostels in Siem Reap Cambodia is a place of stunning landscapes and magical temples. Despite its recent history, Cambodians are some of the warmest and kindest people you are ever likely to meet on your travels. One of the best destinations is Siem Reap, a highlight for many travellers in…
5 tips for visiting Siem Reap
Our latest guest post is by Matt Preston from Travelwithamate.com – an online magazine full of travel advice, destination reviews and lots more. You can also keep up to date with them on Twitter and Facebook . One of the wonders of the world, the Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia are quite breathtaking in their surreal beauty. It’s…
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