Nickrock Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 I'm thinking of visiting Cambodia ( probably end of April mid may) its 20 years since I was there From what I understand getting a e visa is the way to go do I need a travel agent? Am I best to bring some us$ I would prefer to be in easy walking distance from the action if possible with a pool preferably under 2k bt a night Any suggestions or tips appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boydeste Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 I usually get an evisa online myself and take clean US bills. We have had slightly old looking bills refused several times. I have no knowledge of hotels with a pool in that price range. Last visit I stayed in the Sun and Moon in PP which is nice with a pool, but nearer 3k a night. May be cheaper when you go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemondropkid Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 (edited) You can get a visa on arrival, in January it only took around 5 minutes from handing my passport over to it being returned with a 1 month stamp. It may have even been $5 cheaper. Here is the official site if you want to get the visa in advance. https://www.evisa.gov.kh/ The processing time is a few working days. Simple print of the visa that you will get sent as an attachment. There's nothing like the choice of accomodation you get in Thailand. If you need a pool then the Sun & Moon, if not a fellow BM gave me a glowing report on the Tao Riverside. I've done 1000 baht rooms in the past in PP, but ended up with dingy, poorly lit rooms with questionable security. It just isn't worth it. I tend to bring USD expect to often get your change in KHR. It would probably be most cost efficient to do everything in KHR but I've never gotten around to figuring the best way to do that. I love Phom Penhn but it isn't cheap anymore, don't expect any bargains. Edited March 25 by Lemondropkid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillearly Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 If you have a Revolut card worth loading up some USD when the exchange rate is favourable... hotels , Smile convenience stores , restaurants and most bars all accept 136-104 is the main nightlife area like Boydeste I also stayed at Sun and Moon Urban @maipenrai stayed at the Tao Residence, I believe he was very happy with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickrock Posted March 25 Author Share Posted March 25 I looked at a few places, some of the rooms were only 25 m pretty small The pickled parrot I think was only $18 when I was last there After a bit more research I'm thinking about just flying directly to Siem reap not been there yet Other reason for going to Cambodia is I get another month visa on arrival back in Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasseye Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Siem Reap mate. You can't go wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillearly Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 The new airport (SAI) is 50km away from the town centre and takes about 1 hour 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom51red Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 If you go to Sr,id recommend if you haven't been already angkor wat, 3 day pass,hire a scooter from town ,go at your own pace back and fourth each day,its an amazing temple,been around 7 tears since I been but never had a problem finding a bar with willing girls,I'd avoid the main drag tho,ok for people watching and a beer or 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickrock Posted March 27 Author Share Posted March 27 1 hour ago, Phantom51red said: If you go to Sr,id recommend if you haven't been already angkor wat, 3 day pass,hire a scooter from town ,go at your own pace back and fourth each day,its an amazing temple,been around 7 tears since I been but never had a problem finding a bar with willing girls,I'd avoid the main drag tho,ok for people watching and a beer or 2. Main drag OK what areas for hotels and bar areas would you suggest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasseye Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 13 hours ago, Nickrock said: Main drag OK what areas for hotels and bar areas would you suggest Keep your head on constant motion when walking. Drivers are worse than here, much worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickrock Posted March 28 Author Share Posted March 28 1 hour ago, Glasseye said: Keep your head on constant motion when walking. Drivers are worse than here, much worse. Is that really possible lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasseye Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Nickrock said: Is that really possible lol It's mind blowing mate ! Oh.... and watch for the Ch*nks. They are thick as flies on a fresh pile of dog shit. Edited March 28 by Glasseye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom51red Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 4 hours ago, Nickrock said: Is that really possible lol Ye,I thought id catch a motorbike taxi from airport to town,just to see how wild,didn't know what side of the road they drove on for the first 10 minutes. Regarding hotels,can't remember specific name of area but near a night market 10 min walk from main drag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 14 hours ago, Phantom51red said: Ye,I thought id catch a motorbike taxi from airport to town,just to see how wild,didn't know what side of the road they drove on for the first 10 minutes. Regarding hotels,can't remember specific name of area but near a night market 10 min walk from main drag. I took a Tuk Tuk just the once from the airport to street 136 in Phnom Penh and several times thought I was going to end up in hospital. Apart from the terrifying ride breathing in the air pollution was awful. I have only stayed in the Riverside Hotel in street 136 which was fine and right in a busy entertainment area. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karon steve Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 On 3/29/2024 at 12:15 AM, Phantom51red said: Ye,I thought id catch a motorbike taxi from airport to town,just to see how wild,didn't know what side of the road they drove on for the first 10 minutes. Regarding hotels,can't remember specific name of area but near a night market 10 min walk from main drag. If in Siem Reap do you mean Pub street, Walking street and Sok San road area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom51red Posted March 29 Share Posted March 29 2 hours ago, karon steve said: If in Siem Reap do you mean Pub street, Walking street and Sok San road area? Ye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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