Cambodia was the second country I ever visited, and it completely changed the way I saw the world.

It was my first real taste of how wildly different life could be. I walked through temple ruins older than most countries, zipped through chaotic streets full of motorbikes, and literally ran for my life on a pedestrian lane more than once.

It’s also where I started to understand what travel really is: sitting with contrast, holding beauty and hardship at the same time, and realizing just how much I didn’t know.

These guides will take you through the Cambodia that shaped me — from the awe of Angkor to the pulse of Phnom Penh, and all the unforgettable moments in between.


CAMBODIA TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

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Best Time to Go

Nov to Feb | Avoid April because of extreme heat

How Long

1–2 weeks for Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat

Daily Budget

€20–50/day for budget travelers

Getting There

Fly into Phnom Penh (PNH) & Siem Reap (REP)

CAMBODIA visa

Get a 30-day eVisa online or a visa on arrival for $30 USD

CAMBODIA eSIM

Must-have for navigating. $3 off code: GLADIS1238

travel insurance

Strongly recommended for scooter rides or tours.

CAMBODIA Custom Itinerary

[Coming Soon]


Explore Cambodia’s Historic Cities