Festivals & Events
Khmer New Year: what it is and how it's celebrated
Khmer New Year, in mid-April, is Cambodia's biggest holiday. Learn its meaning, traditions, games and the best ways for visitors to join in respectfully.
Shopping & Souvenirs
Best souvenirs from Cambodia
The best souvenirs from Cambodia, from krama scarves and Kampot pepper to silk, silver and art, with tips on where to buy them and how to spot quality.
Latest guides
Transportation & Travel Services
Flying into Cambodia: airports and routes
Cambodia's main international gateways are Phnom Penh's Techo International Airport and Siem Reap Angkor International Airport. Here's how they compare and how to plan your route.
Tours & Travel Packages
Angkor in two days: what to see and in what order
Two days at Angkor lets you combine the small circuit's famous temples with the grand circuit or Banteay Srei. Here's a day-by-day plan that avoids the worst crowds.
Hotels & Accommodation
Staying in BKK1: Phnom Penh's leafy central district
BKK1 is a leafy, central Phnom Penh district full of cafes, restaurants, boutique hotels and serviced apartments. Here's what it's like and who it suits.
Food & Gastronomy Tourism
Fish amok: Cambodia's signature dish explained
Fish amok is Cambodia's best-known dish: fish steamed in a fragrant coconut curry custard. Learn what's in it, how it's made and where to try a good one.
Khmer Culture & Local Experiences
The sampeah: how to greet people in Cambodia
The sampeah is Cambodia's traditional greeting, with palms pressed together and a slight bow. Here's how to do it, when to use it and how height shows respect.
Adventure & Outdoor Activities
Trekking in the Cardamom Mountains: routes and what to expect
Trekking in the Cardamom Mountains means rainforest trails, river crossings and nights in hammocks. Here's how to choose a route, what to pack and what to expect.
Beaches & Islands
Koh Rong vs Koh Rong Sanloem: which island suits you
Koh Rong is bigger, busier and more social; Koh Rong Sanloem is smaller and quieter. Here's how they compare for beaches, nightlife, families and getting around.
Nature & Ecotourism
The Tonle Sap: Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake explained
The Tonle Sap grows several times its dry-season size each year, feeding millions of people. Here's how the lake works, why it matters and how to see it.
Historical & Cultural Heritage
Funan and Chenla: Cambodia before Angkor
Before Angkor there were Funan and Chenla, early states along the Mekong whose trade, temples and kings laid the foundations of Khmer civilisation.