Food & Gastronomy Tourism
Samlor machu: Cambodia's sour soups
Samlor machu is a family of Cambodian sour soups, made with tamarind, pineapple, lotus root and other sour ingredients. Here are the main types and how they're eaten.
Hotels & Accommodation
Old Market, riverside or Wat Bo: choosing a Siem Reap base
Choosing between Siem Reap's Old Market, riverside and Wat Bo areas? Here's a closer look at the atmosphere, noise levels and who each one suits.
Latest guides
Khmer Culture & Local Experiences
Neak Ta: Cambodia's guardian spirits
Neak Ta are guardian spirits who protect villages, land and water in Cambodia. Here's who they are, where their shrines are and how they fit into Khmer belief.
Adventure & Outdoor Activities
Hiking and cycling on Bokor mountain
Bokor mountain rises above Kampot with cooler air, old ruins and sweeping views. Here's what to know about cycling the road, hiking and staying safe.
Beaches & Islands
Police Beach and the Koh Rong party scene
Police Beach is the centre of Koh Rong's party scene, a short walk from the village. Here's what to expect, how to stay safe and where to go for a quieter night.
Nature & Ecotourism
Areng Valley: nature and community in the Cardamoms
The Areng Valley is a remote corner of the Cardamom Mountains known for clear rivers, Siamese crocodiles and Chong communities. Here's what to know before you go.
Historical & Cultural Heritage
Angkor's water system: barays, moats and canals
Angkor was a city shaped by water. Learn how its huge reservoirs, moats and canals worked, why historians still debate their purpose and where to see them today.
Tourist Destinations
Kratie travel guide: Mekong sunsets and river dolphins
Kratie is a peaceful Mekong town known for Irrawaddy dolphins, island cycling and spectacular river sunsets. Here's how to plan a relaxed stay.
Travel Information & Planning
Passport validity and blank pages for Cambodia
Your passport usually needs at least six months' validity and blank pages to enter Cambodia. Here's what to check before you travel and what to do if it's close to expiry.
Community & Sustainable Tourism
Orphanage tourism in Cambodia: why to avoid it
Visiting or volunteering at orphanages in Cambodia can harm children, even with good intentions. Here's why experts advise against it and better ways to help.
Wellness & Relaxation
Spas in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh has a growing number of spas, from simple massage shops to hotel spas and social enterprises. Here's where to find them and what to expect.