Cambodia
Cambodia can be intense, beautiful, and humbling all at once. This is where I write about the experiences that left a mark — from temple visits to meeting locals — and what I wish I’d known before arriving.
Koh Rong, Cambodia: Is It Worth Visiting?
Let me set the scene for you. I’m on one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen in my life. The water is crystal clear, the sand is soft, the sun is — well, intermittently — out. And I am absolutely floored with what I’m now fairly convinced was COVID. That is my Koh…
Onward Travel for Southeast Asia: Proof of Onward Ticket for Thailand, Vietnam & More
If you’re planning a backpacking trip through Southeast Asia, one of the first things you’ll run into at airports or border checkpoints is the requirement for proof of onward travel. Even if you’re a British passport holder entering visa-exempt countries like Thailand or Vietnam, airlines and immigration officers may ask to see that you plan to leave…
Is Cambodia Safe? An Honest Backpacker’s Perspective
When I said to my family I was going backpacking to Southeast Asia and visiting Cambodia along the way “is Cambodia safe?” was the first thing I got asked. And I understand why. Cambodia’s past still shapes how people see it. When you mention the country, conversations often turn to the Khmer Rouge, genocide, and the…
How to Get Around Cambodia: Why I Only Recommend Giant Ibis Buses
If you’re planning a trip around Cambodia, chances are you’ll need to rely on buses. While Cambodia has no real train network (except a limited line from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville), buses remain the main way travellers move between cities. But here’s the truth: Cambodian buses don’t have the best reputation. Compared to neighbouring Vietnam,…
Cambodia SIM Card: Best Network for Backpackers (From Someone Who’s Been)
Having mobile data in Cambodia makes life so much smoother—from booking a tuk-tuk on PassApp (yep a new app to use) to finding temples off the tourist trail. The good news is that SIM cards are easy to buy and affordable, but there are a few things worth knowing before you pick one up. Buying…
The Day I Met a Survivor of the Khmer Rouge – Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
When I imagined visiting Cambodia, I knew I’d be stepping into a country shaped by tragedy as much as beauty. What I didn’t expect was to be guided through that history by someone who had lived it. Choosing the Guide Who Lived It We arrived at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum—once a school, later a torture…