A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Angkor Wat Cambodia
Angkor Wat: A Rich History of Cambodia Although Cambodia is a part of my heritage, it is not the reason that ignited my interest in Angkor Wat. First, and foremost, I am very fond of history. Visiting historical sites around the world has always been the main reason for my travels. I love the thought of being able to walk through a time machine —step into another life, another world, another existence. So fascinating. To actually take a step that leads you back to 802 CE. For other travellers of Cambodia, their fascination is more obvious, it the undeniably iconic …
Sustainable Travel Tips: Sustainable Travel in Cambodia
Sustainable Travel in Cambodia Sustainable travel should be a fundamental component of travel. Curiosity leads wanderlust travellers to search for all kinds of new experiences, in all parts of the world. To see other people, other cultures, and other political systems, and to understand the world we live in, are large motivational factors for international travels. On a global scale, tourism is worth trillions of dollars, and recent studies have shown that it is (in part) responsible for the loss of culture in the social community and environmental damages in regions. Many people speak of ‘green travel’, or ‘sustainable travel’, …
How Much Does it Cost to Spend 2 Months in Southeast Asia?
Two Months in Asia and Beyond: Cost Breakdown Last year, I spent two months travelling through parts of Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea. Because I’m always conscious of my finance, I kept track of all my spending. I travelled alone once, but didn’t enjoy it as much, nor did I kept track of any spending. This time around, I travelled Southeast Asia together with my sister. So, here’s how much money we spent travelling in Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea; a breakdown of 2 months in Southeast Asia. Total Southeast Asia Spending for 2 Months As I’ve mentioned …
Cambodian New Year: The Biggest Celebration in Cambodia
When I was younger, and working multiple jobs, I avoided looking at the clock. I fear the slow passing of time that will only seem slower if I watch it progress. Now, I avoid looking at my calendar. I fear the quick passing of time that will only seem faster if I watch it progress. It’s funny how memories and time work. It felt like yesterday that I said goodbye to my parents at the Phnom Penh airport, but I don’t even remember what we talked about, or what they wore, what I wore. But I know, it’s been almost …