TRAVEL DATES: February 16 - 17, 2013
Travel Budget: USD 90
Cambodia, the country I've been looking forward to visit last year, came into reality as I visited it last month. Why do I love Cambodia? A bunch of reasons I have to share with you below and others should definitely know. :)
I LOVE Cambodia because......
1.) ...it is very convenient to travel from Thailand!
From Bangkok Hua Lamphong's Train Station, you may ride the Eastern Line and the trip will take around 5 - 6 hours. It's a 3rd class seat and only costs THB 48 but the seats are very comfortable spacious. You may read more details from here: "Train to Cambodia".
2.) ...Cambodians are very hospitable and they always wear a smile on their faces!
Our Tuk-Tuk driver, Mr. Sokhom, was a very nice person and he share a lot of details about Cambodia's History. He is more concerned on his service to us rather than thinking of the money he will earn. He's such a very nice person! You may read more details from here: "Train to Cambodia".
TRAVEL TIP: Hire a Tuk-Tuk for your one day trip to Angkor Historical Park. More details of the price matters from here: "Siem Reap Tour".
The store vendors, shop owners, restaurant waiters and waitresses are also very kind. And guess what, they know a lot about the Philippines! The main reason is that Philippine TV Shows are being shown here. Amazing!
3.) ...they have delicious foods. YES, the have very tasteful foods!
Well actually the taste is somehow similar with Thai Food but there's a distinct taste I couldn't describe which made it more uniquely delicious. You may check my food cravings here: "A Taste of Cambodia".
4.) ...they have the world renowned Angkor Historical Park!
Need I say more? Well you can definitely know more about Cambodia's rich historical past from here: "Angkor, A Heritage Destination".
5.) ...the cost of living is cheaper than the Philippines!
Siem Reap City only has few Skyways and Highways, and they do not have any train system. A Tuk-Tuk ride would already suffice your transport needs. Tuktuk rides typically cost USD 1 - USD 2.
6.) ...life is simpler and slow-paced which I perfectly wanted!
Very simple life and simple infrastructures but very rich in heritage. Well, they do have KFC and other foreign fast food brands in the city, but local foods are still the best to try in town!
More information about Cambodia:
Travel Budget: USD 90
Cambodia, the country I've been looking forward to visit last year, came into reality as I visited it last month. Why do I love Cambodia? A bunch of reasons I have to share with you below and others should definitely know. :)
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| Cambodian Border |
I LOVE Cambodia because......
1.) ...it is very convenient to travel from Thailand!
From Bangkok Hua Lamphong's Train Station, you may ride the Eastern Line and the trip will take around 5 - 6 hours. It's a 3rd class seat and only costs THB 48 but the seats are very comfortable spacious. You may read more details from here: "Train to Cambodia".
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| Aranyaprathet Bound from Hua Lamphong |
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| Thailand Countryside |
Our Tuk-Tuk driver, Mr. Sokhom, was a very nice person and he share a lot of details about Cambodia's History. He is more concerned on his service to us rather than thinking of the money he will earn. He's such a very nice person! You may read more details from here: "Train to Cambodia".
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| Mr. Sokhom: Driver Number 3609 |
TRAVEL TIP: Hire a Tuk-Tuk for your one day trip to Angkor Historical Park. More details of the price matters from here: "Siem Reap Tour".
The store vendors, shop owners, restaurant waiters and waitresses are also very kind. And guess what, they know a lot about the Philippines! The main reason is that Philippine TV Shows are being shown here. Amazing!
3.) ...they have delicious foods. YES, the have very tasteful foods!
Well actually the taste is somehow similar with Thai Food but there's a distinct taste I couldn't describe which made it more uniquely delicious. You may check my food cravings here: "A Taste of Cambodia".
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| Bangkok Pub Street |
Need I say more? Well you can definitely know more about Cambodia's rich historical past from here: "Angkor, A Heritage Destination".
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| Angkor Wat |
Siem Reap City only has few Skyways and Highways, and they do not have any train system. A Tuk-Tuk ride would already suffice your transport needs. Tuktuk rides typically cost USD 1 - USD 2.
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| Motorcycle is their main transportation method |
6.) ...life is simpler and slow-paced which I perfectly wanted!
Very simple life and simple infrastructures but very rich in heritage. Well, they do have KFC and other foreign fast food brands in the city, but local foods are still the best to try in town!
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| Kids riding their bicycle after school |
More information about Cambodia:
Nice blog! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks RayanRed! Making sure things are updated and helpful for all travelers and would-be travelers.. :)
DeleteKeep traveling!
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