Lina Goldberg is the author of “.” Lina has written for publications including Lonely Planet, , , , and . She is also the co-founder of and , which have been featured in the , , and numerous other publications.
Whether you’re a short-term expat or just visiting, having travel insurance in Cambodia is crucial. (Long-term expat? More info on health insurance here). If you’ve read my friend’s horror story, you’re probably already convinced. If not, read on. Here’s why … Continue reading
Another newcomer on the Siem Reap restaurant scene is from one of Siem Reap鈥檚 up-and-coming young chefs, Seiha 鈥淩at鈥 Chomnab. At this point Chef Rat is pretty much a Siem Reap restaurant veteran, having previously worked as the head chef … Continue reading
Battambang and Siem Reap are two of the nicest spots that Northwestern Cambodia has to offer, and each is worth visiting. Battambang and Siem Reap are only 48 miles (77 km) apart, but the trip can take as long as … Continue reading
Mekong Express is one of the most long-running and popular bus services in Cambodia, and they have routes all over the country. In this post, I鈥檒l review the newish Mekong Express buses on their Phnom Penh to Siem Reap route, … Continue reading
If you need any more proof of how much Cambodia has changed over the last decade, look no further than Seekers Spirits, Phnom Penh鈥檚 first artisan distillery, making premium gin distilled with local botanicals, and Juniper Gin Bar, serving gin-based … Continue reading
There鈥檚 a new direct bus going from Bangkok to Siem Reap (and vice-versa). It’s a new company called Travel Mart, and they’re less expensive than either of the other two direct buses from Bangkok to Siem Reap, so I was … Continue reading
If you鈥檙e looking for the most painless way to cross the Thailand-Cambodia border overland, the direct bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap is the way to go. There are currently only three truly direct buses (meaning you leave your luggage … Continue reading
If you鈥檙e looking to test out the Cambodian railway system but aren鈥檛 quite ready to commit to an 8-hour train ride to Kampot, the Phnom Penh to Phnom Penh airport train offers a manageable slice of life on the rails … Continue reading