Angkor Heritage Tour

A Cambodian escapade wouldn't be complete without visiting the world-famous Angkor Heritage Park. It is conveniently located in the heart of Siem Reap City, and accessible by TukTuk from the city central. 1 day will not be enough to visit each and every temple in Angkor Park!

Cambodia Food Frenzy

It's been a month that has passed since I did my Thailand-Cambodia backpacking escapade, and yet my hang-over with Cambodia is still within me. I'm just fascinated with their country's culture, tradition, and of course food tastes. I even tried searching for a Cambodian restaurant around Metro Manila to satisfy my taste bud's desires!

Besides knowing a country's culture and daily ways of living, another thing on my backpacker list is to taste as much local foods as possible and appreciate their diversity of flavors. I've tried a lot of foods in Cambodia and it's like a mix of Thai-Filipino-Indian tastes actually.

Cambodia: Of Hotels ang Tuktuks

I agree that an overnight stay in Cambodia is not enough. Well, I don't have any choice because I only have a tight travel schedule.

In order for me to maximize and enjoy my stay, I made sure beforehand that I will feel comfortable with my hotel accommodation, but of course not forgetting to blend with the Cambodian daily life.

Siem Reap, Cambodia: I LOVE

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. :)

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".

Aranyaprathet Bound from Hua Lamphong

Thailand Countryside

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".

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".

Bangkok Pub Street

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".

Angkor Wat

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.

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!

Kids riding their bicycle after school

More information about Cambodia:

• Cambodia's Hotel and Transportation
• Cambodian Food Frenzy
• Cambodia's Heritage Sites