Posted on May 16, 2010 - by admin

The Cambodia Affair

A country once torn by civil war, Cambodia has become one of the most popular destinations in the Indochina region. With its beautiful beaches and some of the most famous archeological ruins: the archeological complex of Angkor, the ancient seat of power and home of the Khmer Empire.

Cambodia can easily be found among your travel agency’s cheap travel deals packages. They’re famous for accepting US Dollars as currency, and rounding most prices up for a dollar. You can even get dollars at local ATMs. Paying a dollar for everything may add up eventually, but if you consider that you can pay as little as 2 dollars a night in a hotel, you’re in for some pretty cheap holidays.

As far as safety goes, Cambodia is a pretty welcoming country. Crime isn’t really very widespread, although the occasional thief will always be on the lookout for unattended baggage and valuables, so keep those close by. Phnom Pehn, one of the larger cities in the country, is where there are more problems with purse snatching and robbery, so keep an eye out especially when you’re there. Of course, try to stay out of trouble and in well light areas and you’ll most certainly be fine.