Phnom Penh Travel Forum

Hello,

A friend and I will be travelling from Bangkok to Phnom Penh from Cambodia in May. We have done this before and last time took a very cheap airline but can't remember the name of the airline. Any ideas?

Also, we are looking for the cheapest way to travel to PP from Bangkok. Is there a cheap bus fare to travel this distance?

Thank you,
Stormie

we are planning to visit siem reap next year may2010 i want to ask if our arrival time in phnom penh is 4pm how we could travel to siem reap?

Does anyone know where the Mekong express bus from Siem Reap arrives when it gets to Phnom Penh?

hey everyone, in august i will visit phnom penh with a backpack full of pencil colour books and toys perhaps someone knows ? a orphanage where i can deliver.

thanks.

hey everyone I just discovered my mobile will not work in Cambodia.Is it possible to buy a cheapie phone unlocked and put a sim in it?
Someone told me that only residents can buy sim cards is it true?
thanks

Hi all,

Some buddies an I will be traveling SE Asia this Friday, but they're doing the planning. They are some "good ole boys" so I plan to have a backup just in case. Can anyone recommend a hotel within walking distance to a kick ass bar/the party section of the city? Everywhere I read indicates that the city at night can be a bit dodgy (don't know about that, Bucharest at night was pretty sketchy but incredibly cool, and I can't be more complimentary to the people). We'll probably be coming in by bus from Siem Reap so I'd be interested in a place that can arrange a transfer from the station to the hotel. Budget not a problem, prefer nicer accommodations though...I've been westernized :P

Thanks

I am looking to take a short break to Cambodia next week for a second visit
this time I want to stay in PP on day of arrival and day of departure then travel down to Sihanouk Ville for 3nts -
now can you experts advise on the following;
*where is best location to stay in Sihanouk Ville
*basic hotel with one essential requirement must be clean and tidy with fresh linen and towels & private shower in PP & Sihanouk Ville
*am I better to take taxi than bus to Sihanouk Ville and how long will it take?
*is Sihanouk Ville more or less expensive than PP

Thank you in advance from a traveller who does not go anywhere without consulting VT members ;)

Hi there, me and my friends are planning to visit Cambodia sometime early November and would like to know if we could get around Phnom Penh ourselves or would a guide be necessary?

Was hoping to stay somewhere in town and do some exploring ourselves actually. Are most of the tourist spots accessible by foot?

Hope someone can help.

Thanks.

I'm in Phnom Penh for a bit of business mid March and always like to go for a beer and meet the locals. I haven't been to Phnom Penh since 2000 and used to drink at Heart of Darkness and stay at the Walkabout.
Any new places opened since then?

Hi, I'd like to know which hotel will be the best place near downtown only one night stay? Budget 's around 50 US$. Thanks in advance !

I'm looking for a music teacher in Phnom Penh who, hopefully, has an email address - anyone know of some-one?

Hi,

I am hoping to fly into PP 3rd week of January with a view to heading for Siem Reap & Ankor Wat for a few days. I have a few questions re transport.

I was hoping to catch a reasonably quick bus there, perhaps directly from the airport. What are my best options in this regard. How much should I expect to pay and how long does the journey take. I'm looking at a reasonably early morning arrival into PP via Air Asia.

Is private mini-van or taxi hire viable economically/safety/speed wise, (there will be three of us so cost, while still an issue, is not necessarily the biggest concern).

Failing bus, the boat option looks interesting. Is it the case that you just go to the port and grab one or must the tickets be purchased from an agency in advance? How far from the airport to the dock and how often do these boats normally go on a daily basis?

I appreciate any help I can get on this.

regards,

Xb

Hello, everyone, I would like to ask you about money matters staying in Phnom Penh for a longer time. I am doing my Masters in International Development and I specialize on SE Asia, particularly Cambodia. At the end of July I am coming to Phnome Penh to undertake a 4-month unpaid placement at one of many NGOs there. My question would be how much money do I need to have a descent (not posh) life in Phom Penh. Is 500-700 $ a resonable amount of money?
I have been to Phnom Penh before as a tourist, but I can't make any conclusions just spending there two days. How much is a regular room to rent in nowadays and how much would I need for other expenses (food, entertainment, etc.)?

Best regards,
Paulius

My wife and I need to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh in mid-April of 2009. I think that taking the express bus might be a lot more interesting than flying (yet again). However, I am concerned about the reliability of the bus trip, as we need to get to Saigon to catch our return international flight. Anyone have any experience with this?

Can someone tell me if the atms in Cambodia are Link
thanks

Hi everyone!

I've got a real, real odd question. I try to make it sound as little strange as possible ;).
Well: there is this Wat Penh temple in Phnom Penh. On my Lonely Planet there was a notice, which said that in this temple you can make a wish, and if you get your wish satisfied, you should bring some bananas - because the buddhas there (?) like bananas.
I went there mainly for sightseeing purposes, but as I was already there I thought I could also make a wish, and I promised some bananas in case it worked out. It was a real unrealistic wish, and I NEVER EVER thought I would get it satisfied.
But then, almost half a year later, the unexpected happend, and i got what i had wished for!! I was quite happy, of course. And now I start to think that I should meet the conditions for that ;) (i don't want the universe to be angry on me - and I definitly don't want the 'present' to be taken back!! :) )

So... call me superstitious, call me stupid - but I really think I have to place some bananas there. But: I'm back in Europe, and wont be in Cambodia that soon again (let's say: within the next couple of years :s). Here comes the pleading part: If there is ANYONE out there going to that temple soon - could you maybe put some bananas there for me?

I know this sounds soooo odd, and actually I have no idea how I could compensate you for that. I'll share my travel experiences with you, show you around in my place, whatever... I'd do a lot for that :)

Would be so great if there was anyone who could do that for me.... :)

Cheers,
ianchen

Hi All,

Anyone can help me, where is the right location to purchase backpack bag in Phnom Penh? will be travel on 23~30 Aug 08.

Please help me ...

Thank you and Best Regard
cytan

Can some one pls translate the following for me? I want the pronunciation/ speaking words :

wash
hang
close dooor
remember

Thanks!
sukkimi@hotmail.com

I am trying to figure if Phnom Penh should be included in a trip to Cambodia or if I should just fly to Siem Reap from Bangkok. Need feedback and opinions on the capital city.

Anyone been to the Stung Meanchey Garbage Dump near Phnom Penh to photograph the people and do volunteer work?

Hi my brother and I are going to Phnom Penh 16th July. We will be needing help as we are going to build a brick wall at an orphanage. Is there anyone who maybe can offer advice or can help us.
Thanks Chris and Cliff

Has anyone stayed at the Colonial Mansion in Pnohm Penh? Any ideas of their pricing for a stay of around 2 weeks? I've been to their website but can't find any relevant information.

Looking to come next week on flight from Bangkok with wife for four days to Phnon Penh could you experienced travellers please advise best hotel to stay in looking to budget around $100 but would pay more if needed. And weather will it be ok to look around for four days - ie. raining just part of the day? and finally is there any day trips that we should not miss
Thank you in advance

Hi all,

Me and my wife are visiting Cambodia between the 10-14 August this year. We'll be flying into Siem Reap on the 10th for 2 days, then flying onwards to Phnom Penh for a further 2 days.

Simple plan!

So I looked at the visa situation and found this e-visa thing. I thought I'd go for that. So I filled all the stuff out and paid my money and eagerly awaited the arrival of my e-visa's. And sure enough they did.

But it says the visa expire on the 12 August - the same day we leave Siem for PP. (And exactly 3 months from the issue date!)

I looked on the website and found out that as long as we arrive before the expiry date, then we can stay for a further 30 days. This would be fine, but the fact that we will arrive at PP airport on the day our visas expire makes me worried. I'm aware that we will have just flown a domestic flght, but what if someone wants to check our visa's?

Basically, can someone settle my mind. I don't fancy having to pay another $50.

Regards

Jason

Daftest question of the week here, but how the heck is Phnom Penh pronounced?

hi

can any one who has experienced traditional massage in phnom penh or sihanoukville give some information about the places where this massage is available and what are the current charges. is it any different from the thai or javanese massage?
musaphr

Hi guys... i have read the reviews of the Dara reang sey hotel, and the Number 9 guesthouse? ... which of these hotels can you recommend? A clean,good location, and CHEAP one.. hehehe or pls. can anyone suggests a better place to stay? we'll be going there this end of april.. hope to hear from you guys..thanks:)

This is my first time in Cambodia.

Would appreciate if someone could advise me if it is easy to get a cab in the early morning on Sunday to catch my 06:45am flight. I'll be staying at Sunway hotel near Wat Phnom. How much should I be expected to pay for the ride?

In addition, please recommend some nice restuarants near my hotel.

Thanks in advance!

hi
we plan to visit phnom penh and wish to learn about the experience of any member/s who have stayed at the above property.

the web site claims that this property is centrally located. please indicate the cleanliness level of tis place and whether this property would be a useful base for sightseeing, visiting local eateries etc.
musaphir

Has anyone stayed at this guesthose.Any comments?Is there twin rooms?