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Celebrating Cambodia’s New Year in Siem Reap
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 […] -
Innovative jewellery workshop in Siem Reap
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 […] -
Weaving with a difference in Siem Reap
Samatoa Lotus Textiles is a workshop dedicated to creating sustainable, eco-friendly fabric products from a rare textile made from lotus flower stems, harvested and processed by local artisans using age-old techniques. The workshop not only promotes sustainable and ethical production practices but also provides local employment opportunities, particularly for women. Soft, light, breathable and antibacterial, the […] -
An immersive cultural experience in Cambodia
As well as being a place of deep historical significance, Siem Reap has a thriving art, culture and fashion scene and this is a chance to get an up close and personal experience of it. Guests will meet and mingle with local artists at a number of galleries, a haute couture design shop and even […] -
Cambodian classic, Koh Ker Temple makes UNESCO’s list
Cambodia is celebrating a momentous occasion this month as UNESCO has added its Koh Ker Temple Complex to the ranks of its esteemed list of World Heritage Sites. For most Cambodia visitors, exploring Siem Reap is an absolute must-do and a side trip off the beaten path to the more remote Koh Ker Temple is […] -
Making A Splash At Cambodia’s Water Festival
Bon Om Touk, otherwise known as the Cambodian Water Festival, is one of the highlights of the year for many Cambodians, an exuberant event that’s timed to celebrate the end of the monsoon season and the start of the cooler season. This year the festival will be celebrated on the 26th – 28th November. Many […] -
Cambodia’s First and Only Luxury Seaplane
An exciting new VIP travel option is about to take off in Cambodia. Royal Group Samra Seaplane, a joint venture between a group of south-east Asian travel specialists with a wealth of relevant experience and expertise, is ready to take to the skies later this year. Setting out from Phnom Penh, the plane will take […] -
A Taste of Cambodia’s Unique History with a Touch of Elegance
Venue: Siem Reap – Angkor Archaeological Park Capacity: Up to 70pax in a small boat fleet Angkor Kongkear is a unique private boat service operating in Siem Reap-Angkor archaeological park that combines elegant experiences with the nature and heritage of Angkor. While these stunningly handsome, traditional boats can be arranged as a fleet for larger groups, each […] -
A Taste of Khmer Cuisine with Top Cambodian Chef
This is an opportunity to experience a unique culinary journey of discovery, sampling the diverse flavours and dishes of Khmer progressive cuisine alongside European and Asian touches with one of the country’s top chefs, a native Cambodian who is truly passionate about her craft. The adventure begins in the morning at the local market, with […] -
Destination Asia Cambodia Team Take an Insightful FAM Trip
With the end of another successful high season, our team treated itself to an eight-day familiarisation trip around Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Battambang, Cardamom, Kampong Chhnang, Koh Rong Islands, Kep and Sihanoukville. This time was incredibly educational, as Cambodia continues to make giant strides and rapid progress in infrastructure, with new tollways and newly paved […] -
New Siem Reap Airport Opening in October 2023
The all-new Siem Reap airport is on track to open in October 2023 as construction is currently 90% complete. Replacing the existing airport, it will be the country’s largest airport by far, allowing a much wider range of aircraft to use it, such as the Boeing 737, Airbus A320 and other larger craft, which clears […] -
A Slow and Serene Ballooning Experience at Angkor
Guests are invited to take a blissfully slow journey over the serene Cambodian countryside at the break of dawn or as the sun descends below the skyline. Drifting above the mist-laden rice paddies, listening to the sounds of nature and catching glimpses of the ancient temples of Angkor in all their majesty is a simply […]