It’s no surprise that Cambodia is known as the ‘Kingdom of Wonder’. Whether it’s the awe-inspiring temple complex of Angkor Wat, the postcard-perfect beaches, the characterful capital city of Phnom Penh, or the strength of a nation emerging from tragedy – Cambodia is a spectacular destination. But when it comes to cuisine, Cambodia’s varied culinary traditions are often overlooked in favour of its more prolific neighbours, Thailand and Vietnam.
29th October 2024 - Cambodia Food & Drink
On a recent research trip to Cambodia, our Asia specialist, Meg, discovered the country’s authentic side. From visiting lesser-known Angkor temples to participating in anti-poaching missions, she experienced things many travellers miss out on and is eager for you to be in the know. Read on to discover what made Meg’s trip to Cambodia so memorable… Where did you visit? During my 18 days in Cambodia,
24th June 2024 - Cambodia Travel Tips
Cambodia’s capital is often overlooked by visitors, but Phnom Penh’s buildings, museums and vibrant foodie and shopping scenes reward those who make it a stopover between Siem Reap and the coast or countryside. Pay your respects at moving memorials to the country’s recent history, admire beautiful masterpieces from its ancient past and cruise the magnificent Mekong at sunset. You only need to spend a few rewarding days in this underrated city to discover that there’s a wealth of things to do in Phnom Penh.
10th January 2024 - Cambodia Travel Inspiration
Over the years, travel has become inextricably linked to the concept of sustainability – and for good reason too. With the pandemic bringing tourism to a grinding halt, we were forced to evaluate both the positive and negative impacts of travel, leading us to further cement one of our core ideas – that travel should be a force for good. When it comes to sustainable tourism in Cambodia, there’s a multitude of ways to ensure that holidays here promote meaningful encounters for visitors and local alike.
4th October 2023 - Cambodia Responsible Travel
Amansara This secluded enclave was built in the 1960s as the guest villa of King Sihanouk. Most of the stylishly decorated suites are set around a central, grassed courtyard with a pool and sundeck at one end. Half of them have private courtyards and soothing water features, while the twelve pool suites come with additional private pools and dining areas. Facilities at Amansara include a library with complimentary Internet access, a spa offering a range of massage and beauty treatments and a roof terrace that makes an ideal spot for early morning yoga sessions or evening drinks.
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Hotels
Song Saa Few could have predicted that Cambodia's untouched Koh Rong Archipelago would be the destination of one of the most hotly awaited hotel openings of recent years. The opening of Song Saa was not just exciting in its own right, but because it signals that this pretty much virgin coastline is now rivaling the beaches of neighbours Thailand and Vietnam. Nowadays there's more than Angkor to attract visitors to Cambodia.
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Hotels
The phrase 'like a local' is thrown around a lot in travel these days, and while it's a great concept, we tend to find it often comes without much backing from an actual local expert. Without blowing our own trumpet too much, this is where we'd like to think we differ. Here at Original Travel we're lucky enough to have a team of real experts, many of whom have lived and worked in the destinations they sell.
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Culture
Traditional dancing in Cambodia provides a link between past and modern societies. Despite young Cambodian generations growing up in an ever-changing country, there is a sense of trying to hold onto these ancestral traditions. As surprising as it may seem, young people throughout the country listen and dance not just to contemporary artists, but also traditional music. This is all part of wanting to remember their cultural roots rather than just listening to modern music.
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Culture
Once merely a tourist thoroughfare for those keen to tick off the spectacle that is Angkor Wat, Cambodia is now home to a private island resort that's been likened to the Maldives pre-tourist boom and has made the country's coast a luxury holiday go-to. Discover how we'd spend a week* in this hot list regular... *We'd really like to go for longer than a week, if we're honest. But for the sake of the itinerary.
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Culture
Having been lucky enough to travel the world extensively and develop a strong sense of wanderlust, Asia is where my passion really lies. Which is why, with excitement, I am now able to tell you about a country I have not had the chance to visit... until now - Cambodia. Cambodia: even as I begin to tell you about this enchanting place, I feel I could write entire sonnets on it... as a dyslexic that is something I very rarely want to do!
28th June 2021 - Cambodia Travel Inspiration
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