Do and Don't When Travelling to Cambodia

Cambodia is becoming a popular country in Southeast Asia for international travel: it’s affordable, friendly and beautiful. It may not be packed with five-star hotels, water parks and luxury spas, but what it lacks in sophistication it makes up for in charm. Recovering from a dark past that many visitors are interested in learning about, Cambodia is similarly eager to show off its lighter side: from ornate temples to lush natural parks and wonderfully preserved architecture.

You can get cheap Cambodia flights by searching online comparison sites finding the cheapest airline serving your home city. Remember the following dos and don’ts when you go to Cambodia:

Cambodia’s religions is Theravada Buddhism, which is practised by an estimated 95 per cent of the population across all provinces, in nearly 5, 000 wats or temples.

In Cambodia, there is a close link between religious tradition and everyday life, and Buddhism is fundamental to the country’s national identity. Thus it’s important for visitors to respect local traditions and religious beliefs. For example, ask permission prior to taking photographs of people or monks. In the case of visiting temples, try to always be respectful of worshippers and holy men.

Before you travel internationally, it’s always a good idea to check with your doctor for health advice.

Although no vaccinations are required for entry to Cambodia, some immunisations (depending on the time of year and region you’re travelling to) are encouraged. The climate in Cambodia is tropical, with monsoons between June and October, and warm, dry weather dominating the rest of the time. Many Cambodians wear “Krama”, which is a long, narrow checked cotton cloth around the neck – what Westerners may recognise as a necktie – that warms against chilly weather and protects against mosquitos.

Owing to the warm weather, you can expect to drink a lot of water. Take care to only drink purified bottled water. You may enjoy the local Khmer cuisine, which has been described as similar to neighbouring Thai food, but without the heavy spicing. Staples include stir fries, rice, noodles and soups, and of course you may recognise Prahok, which is a fermented fish paste that’s used in a variety of speciality dishes. Are you brave enough to try the delicacy, “balut”, which is a fertilised duck embryo boiled alive and eaten in the shell?

Whether you’re travelling to Cambodia’s cities to enjoy her well-preserved architecture, or touring the killing fields to learn about the Khmer Regime, there is much to see in this complex and beautiful country. Get flights today and plan your holiday to the pearl of Southeast Asia.

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