Cambodia has built a strong reputation for its rapidly growing community of skilled brewers and distillers, with Phnom Penh’s Samai Distillery being a prime example. Now open to visitors, this distillery showcases the best of the country’s craft beverage scene. As the sun sets and casts a golden glow over the city, evening visits to […]

This one-day itinerary is designed for travelers with a short stop in Phnom Penh, but will be equally enjoyable for those with more time to explore. The day starts with a speedboat ride over sunken rice paddies to Phnom Da, one of Cambodia’s oldest temples. From the top of this 6th-century tower, you’ll have sweeping […]

Many southeast Asian travel connoisseurs describe Kampot as a vibrant, hidden town nestled between the sea and mountains. And there’s no finer way to savour it than on this thoughtfully designed, highly luxurious riverboat cruise. Guests are welcomed aboard a beautifully designed river boat by the friendly, attentive crew. The boat offers comfortable seating, soft […]

An easy drive from Siem Reap, Angkor Wildlife & Aquarium is a truly unique facility that is blazing a new trail in conservation. Visitors can enjoy an incredible behind-the-scenes tour, bringing a superb, close-up insight into the mysterious giants who live below the mighty waters of the Mekong, as well as inhabitants of the saltwater […]

Our management team recently travelled to Kampong Cham, a city centred around the majestic Mekong River which acts as a main staging point for low water Mekong cruises. Cruising along the banks of the river makes for a fascinating couple of days off the beaten path, enjoying the slower pace of Cambodian life. The ancient […]

Just a short drive from central Siem Reap, the Boeing Pearieng nature reserve has the largest freshwater lake in south east Asia and is home to an absolute profusion of wildlife, especially birds. And there’s no better way to enjoy it than on this relaxing boat trip. The boat sets off just as the sun […]

This captivating cocktail class, led by a seasoned mixologist renowned for her craft and creativity, takes place in the refined surroundings of Tomoka. This secluded speak-easy style bar in a typical Phnom Penh villa has a sophisticated yet inviting ambience and is a fine example of a traditional blend of Khmer/French décor. The host, who […]

Since the 13th century, New Year in Cambodia has been set according to the solar calendar and usually falls in mid-April, just after crops have been harvested.  This year on the traditional Khmer calendar, it falls on 13-16 April and it’s a time when the whole city of Siem Reap bursts into a wildly colourful […]

Explore the art of Cambodian jewellery-making at Ammo, a social enterprise in Siem Reap that empowers locals by training them in ancestral jewellery-making. Led by senior designer, Chantrea, the centre trains apprentices using traditional equipment and tools to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces. Using bullets as a base metal for jewellery has been practiced in Cambodia […]