After spending three months in Vietnam, I had to leave the country to renew my visa. Cambodia quickly appeared as a destination of choice. Or rather, Siem Reap and the wonders of Angkor Wat.
I didn’t take the time to explore the whole country (with the rainy season fast approaching), but I did spend three wonderful weeks in Siem Reap. Unlike the hurried tourists who rush through the temples in a single weekend, I took my time. Time to get lost in the jungle, to admire every stone, to see Angkor Wat at sunrise and again at sunset… I also explored this city, which hides many treasures!
Here you’ll find my itinerary, my discoveries, and my advice for a beautiful Cambodian stopover in digital nomad mode.
Adventures in Cambodia
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Cambodia Essentials
- Language: Khmer - English widely spoken in tourist areas
- Currency: Cambodian Riel (KHR) — US dollars widely accepted
- Time zone: UTC +7
- Plugs: Type A / C / G – 230V
- Visa: E-visa or visa on arrival (30 days, extendable) for EU passport holders
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Emergency numbers: 117 police
118 fire / 119 ambulance
Useful Phrases
Hello → សួស្តី (suos-dey)
Goodbye → លាហើយ (lea haey)
Thank you → អរគុណ (aw-kun)
Excuse me / Sorry → សូមទោស (som-toh)
I don’t understand → ខ្ញុំមិនយល់ទេ (khnhom min yol te)
Cultural Do’s & Don’ts
Respect in temples
Avoid shorts, cover your shoulders, and remove your hat before entering.
Do not touch the head
The head is considered the most sacred part of the body.
Do not point with your finger
Use your whole hand instead to show direction.
Bargaining is common
It is normal in markets, but always do it with a smile.
Use your right hand
When giving or receiving something, the right hand is preferred.
