One of the hallmarks of 21st century tourism is a renewed interest in destinations that were once considered dangerous or otherwise off-limits, and Cambodia is a great example of a country with much to offer that has largely gone unnoticed until recently. Despite a long, sad chapter in Cambodia’s history – the Khmer Rouge genocide […]
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Shooting Range Price List
If you’ve traveled in southeast Asia you’ve no doubt heard the stories about the legendary shooting range in Cambodia. This militarily operated gun range on the outskirts of Phnom Penh offers the unique opportunity to shoot all types of exotic weapons that are most likely unavailable to you in your home country. Some of the […]
How to Get Off The Beaten Path In Cambodia
So far, I have eight visas in my passport and four of them are Cambodian visas; it’s safe to say I like traveling there alot. Cambodia may be smaller than it’s Thai and Vietnamese counterparts, but it has alot to offer from the majestic temples of Angkor Wat to dense jungle forests and bustling cities. If you get […]
Pinky-Promises and Mangos: A Glimpse at Cambodia’s Child Labor
“Rihanna?” says the café-au-lait colored face in Sihanoukville, her eyelids blinking rapidly in excitement. “Rihanna?” she asks again. I spin the wheel of my iPod and select “Umbrella,” a favorite. Min smiles broadly, and although she’s wearing the headphones, I can hear the faint thump of the bass line. She sings along, a series of […]
