Pocket Guide Phnom Penh Out & About #40

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PHNOM PENH ISSUE 40 OCT 2016 - JAN 2017

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PHNOM PENH

OUT & ABOUT

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Wat Phnom Here at last, the latest edition of your trusty and timely guide to what’s happening in the streets, shops and beyond in Cambodia’s always happening and vibrant capital

Welcome to

Phnom Penh

As we go to press in late September the rainy season has well and truly set in, though the flash floods are fairly predictable, with heavy afternoon torrents that hit hard and mostly clear fast. By November, the sun will blaze hard once more, so why not take refuge in one of Phnom Penh’s many comfy cafés and use our guides to bring yourself up to date with what the capital has to offer.

Here you will find the most detailed listings of shops, markets, galleries, spas, activities, clinics, hotels, guesthouses and travel information, together with articles on a wide range of topics. We give you an overview of your shopping options, whether markets, boutiques or malls, look at what’s available by way of leisure activities, give you some tips for staying healthy plus a brief summary of the city’s accommodation options.

Please refer to our sister publication, DRiNKiNG & DiNiNG, for up-to-the-minute information about the city’s cafés, restaurants, bars and related activities.

Look for the Visa logo in our listings - these outlets accept Visa cards for payment

How to use this guide...

Phnom Penh OUT & ABOUT is divided into several sections, each covering specific topics such as Shopping, Leisure, Travel, Health & Fitness and so forth.

In each section we aim to provide a general overview of what the city has to offer to visitors and residents by way of shops, leisure activities, travel options, spas, accommodation and more.

You will also find maps of the main markets and of the city itself in the middle of this book.

In each section we also include directory listings of relevant businesses, further divided into subcategories where appropriate.

Paid listings are indicated in red text. Please check the legend at the start of each listing section for a list of symbols indicating opening times and so on. The listings also show a map reference relating to the main city maps.

Be sure also to check our various feature pages for information about using your mobile phone, connecting to the internet, bus travel, border crossings, flight schedules and more.

Enjoy your stay in Cambodia and please feel free to give us feedback – email us at info@cambodiapocketguide.com or leave a comment on our page at facebook.com/pocketguidecambodia

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2016 & 2017 Calendar October 2016 - January 2017

October - 1 st - 2nd Pchum Ben Day, 15th Commemoration Day of King’s

Father, 23rd Paris Peace Agreements Day, 29th Kings Coronation Day

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GENERAL iNFORMATiON

Holidays Cambodia is a country that enjoys an abundance of public holidays with more than 25 scheduled annually.

During important religious holidays, which can spread over several days, Phnom Penh empties as Khmers head back to the provinces to spend time with their families and expats seek some solace outside the chaos of city life.

This often means the capital operates on shut down mode, with the majority of shops, restaurants, bars, banks and other businesses closing their doors. If you’re thinking of travelling during a public holiday, then make sure you have pre-booked your accommodation and transport as buses fill quickly and private taxis are sparse and hike up their prices significantly.

During the lifetime of this issue of OUT & ABOUT, Cambodia will enjoy a relatively small number of holidays, though there are in fact four separate ones and they are worth noting in your calendar. Details appear below.

Pchum Ben is one of the biggest holidays in the Cambodian calendar and this year falls on September 30, and October 01 and 02. It is a major religious festival that sees Cambodians return to their homes to pay respect to deceased relatives.

During this week, expect businesses and many shops and restaurants to close.

Commemoration Day of King Father Norodom Sihanouk falls on October 15. It marks the King Father’s death on the same day in 2012.

Paris Peace Agreement Day lands on October 23 and marks the day in 1991 when the UN-backed international agreement officially announced the end of the civil war and saw Cambodia become a democracy. This is followed by a holiday on October 29 for the King’s Coronation Day. November 9 is Independence Day and November 13, 14 and 15 will once again see the Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) upon us, although at time of writing it is still uncertain whether or not the customary boat races take place in Phnom Penh.

International Human Rights Day is marked with a holiday on December 10.

Christmas is not celebrated with public holidays in Cambodia so it’s business as usual on Christmas Day. January 1 is taken off for New Year and January 7 is Victory Over Genocide Day..

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PHOM PENH

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14 ORiENTATiON 18 SHOPPiNG 24 BRAND SHOPPING 26 SHOPPiNG DiRECTORY 42 SHOPPiNG FOR A CAUSE 44 MARKETS & MAPS 52 PHNOM PENH CiTY MAP

54 TALKiNG TARiFFS 56 LEiSURE 60 LEiSURE DiRECTORY 64 FAMiLY ACTIViTiES 66 SPORTiNG ACTiViTiES 68 DESTiNATiONS BY AiR 70 OVERLAND CROSSiNGS

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72 TRAVEL 74 BUS TRAVEL iNFO 75 DAY TRiPS 76 TRAVEL DiRECTORY 82 TRAVELLiNG TO SiEM REAP 84 COASTAL ADVENTURES 92 KEEP HEALTHY 93 SAFETY TiPS

94 HEALTH & FiTNESS DiRECTORY 105 JUST THE FACTS 108 MAKE A SPLASH 109 ACCOMMODATiON DiRECTORY 112 HOTEL SELECTOR 114 BACK PAGE

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ORiENTATiON

Getting around

You’re in a new city, and unsure of your bearings, but never fear, everything you need is in one of our guides.

Here are a few tips to get you started:

ORIENTATION: As capital cities go, Phnom Penh is relatively compact, and most businesses catering to tourists can be found in the area bounded by the riverfront and Monivong Blvd, and from Wat Phnom south to Mao Tse Toung Blvd (with the exception of the Russian market). See our Tourist MAP for more details.

WHERE TO STAY: Phnom Penh has literally thousands of hotel rooms from $2 to $2,000.

Budget travellers might seek out St.172 and 258, though there are also a wealth of “boutique” hotels around the $50 mark offering good value for money especially compared to regional cities.

GETTING AROUND: The easiest ways to get around are by foot, moto or tuk-tuk. Motos can be found all over town and cost from 2,000R (US$0.50) for a short journey, with a premium at night. Tuk-tuks are a little more expensive, with short trips costing about $1.50 (about 6,000R), but they hold more people and offer better protection against the sun, wind and rain. There are also two metered taxi firms with prices comparable to tuk-tuks - see our Travel section for details or ask your hotel or guesthouse to help.

FOOD AND DRINK: Phnom Penh has a plethora of bars and restaurants catering to most tastes and budgets, and with a surprising number of cuisines available.

A meal for two can cost anywhere from $5 to $100 or more, while a glass of beer ranges from 50c at a local beer garden or backpacker pub to upwards of $5 in the more expensive hotels. See our DRiNKiNG & DiNiNG guide for more details.

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ViSiTORS

code of conduct

If you want to be a responsible visitor to the Kingdom, here's some tips...

You’re in Cambodia, the sun is shining, the people are welcoming and warm, you’ve befriended your tuk tuk driver, smiling kids are keen to play and joke with you, life is great. That’s the beauty of the Kingdom, it’s so easy to feel at home and comfortable in your surroundings … too easy.

It’s important, however, to remember you are in a country that takes real pride in it’s culture and customs. What may seem a harmless act or gesture by you can be hugely offensive to the local people, or even illegal in some cases. We’re sure you want to represent yourself, your country, and all foreigners coming to Cambodia in the best possible way, so below are a few pointers to follow to make sure you are a responsible visitor to the Kingdom of Wonder:

Dress Code

Monuments

When in a city or town you are not on the beach, so revealing clothing, super-short shorts, bikini tops, walking around with no shirt on … it’s just not cool folks, and quite offensive to the locals. Ladies, if you are going to a sacred site such as a temple then you need to make sure you are covered to below the knees and across the shoulders. Dress appropriately people.

Cambodia’s monuments, statues, temples and pagodas are old.

Touching them doesn’t change the way they look for the better, and leaning or sitting on fragile structures could do some real damage and get you into serious trouble. Look, take photos, but don’t touch. Be careful with your backpacks, and anything you are carrying which could lead to damage.

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Smoking “There are no foreign lands.

It is the traveler only who is foreign.”

Robert Louis Stevenson

A law was passed recently banning smoking in public places, and is expected to come in to full force during the lifespan of this book.

Chances are you are familiar with such laws back home anyway, so no biggie. Angkor park has been a smoke free site since 2012 and if caught smoking you may well be fined. During the hot dry season a stray butt can also be a fire starter.

Sacred Sites

Restricted Area

Sacred sites in Cambodia are as sacred as they come. Remember when you visit that any locals or practising buddhists are probably not on a sightseeing tour. Keep the noise to an absolute minimum, talk only if necessary, put your phone on silent, don’t disturb others. It’s kind of like a trip to the cinema, but you’ll come out with much more good karma on your side.

Cambodian authorities take restricted areas very seriously, from entry to photography. Most restricted areas are designated so for your own safety, particularly in the Angkor park where collapsing temples can be extremely dangerous. Military and government properties are simply not to be messed with. And those landmine signs are there for a reason.

Food & Money for Children

Monks

It’s the tough one for a lot of visitors, and even the expats here sometimes. How could you possibly say no? But you have to. Giving money or food to children begging on the streets is counteractive to the work being done to get them off the streets and into schools. If it helps you feel better about saying no, a lot of the time things aren’t quite as they appear.

Monks are highly respected and revered in Cambodia. They aren’t a tourist attraction or photo opportunity. If you want to take a photo of a monk ask for permission first. When talking with a monk make sure that you are positioned below them, even if it means sitting on the ground. Ladies, never touch a monk, and do your very best not to stand or sit too close to one.

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SHOPPiNG

Shop ‘til you drop Shopping isn’t the first thing that springs to mind in connection with Cambodia’s capital, but Phnom Penh is fast becoming a retail hub with ultra modern malls, design emporiums and artisan boutiques!

Taking their lead from gifts of nature à la Indochina since 2008, Bambou Indochine products are made from, yep, you guessed it, bamboo!

The boutique specialises in natural fibres, including 100% cotton, dry-fit and silk- a much welcome break from sweat-inducing synthetics- so pick your favourites and breath easy!

International-standard quality and head-turning designs will keep those souvenir togs and resortwear distinctly chic beyond Cambodia. Psst, they do international delivery!

For a glimpse of Cambodia’s lost heritage, save the trip to the Museum for another day, and instead raid the treasure trove of lacquer, wood and stone carvings, ceramics, silk works and garments, not to mention quality Cambodian silverwork, in Artisans d’Angkor. And all in the name of a good cause: improving livelihoods by providing training and work for over 900 rural Cambodian craftsman who are employed by the social enterprise.

Feeling the heat? Treat yourself to a take-home pampering at Bodia Nature, with its all-natural range of products, including balms to soothe and invigorate heat parched and insect ravaged skins. Melt away the fatigue

(or is that dust?) with rice scrubs good enough to eat, then discover the magic in traditional herbal compresses and lush massage oils. Unwind in the comfort of your home away from home or head to Bodia Spa, your

Artisans d’Angkor cocoon of calm in the city. Grab some natural mosquito repellent on your way out!

Hummingbird, just off the bustling backpacker area of St.172, has a beautiful selection of quality boutique fashions including their own ‘Originals’ range. Showcased in a laid back urban boutique setting, you’ll find dresses for all occasions, casual daywear perfect for tourists and travellers, and a beautiful range of jewellery and accessories.

Want your goods to do some good? Dazzle, delight and distribute

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Bodia Nature

your dollar to craftswomen from disadvantaged backgrounds with eco-friendly cottons, children’s toys and more from NGO Daughters of Cambodia.

Need some pep in your step?

Family-owned Starling Farm are top producers of the famous Kampot Pepper and carry other protected Geographical Indication products to tingle taste buds back home.

If all that browsing has got you worked up into a lather, follow your nose to Senteurs d’Angkor. Their handmade soaps and scents are an affordable luxury—especially if the sun and soap at your hotel are making your skin see red! Let the senteur (that’s scent to you and me!) from their spice and aromatic section set you adrift in fields of fragrant jasmine, orchid or earthy bowers of cinnamon. Did we mention the tantalising local honey, coffee and rice brandy in their delicatessen?

If taking your chances to cross the road in Phnom Penh isn’t enough of a thrill, visit Citadel (St.110) for all your daredevil needs! Hand-forging blades sharper and more elegant than an Armani suit since 1999, with no two items alike, there’s no better place to get those samurai swords your wall has been waiting for! Or why not say

it with swords?! Best of luck getting through customs.

For discounted branded products manufactured in Cambodia, cruise Sihnoukville Blvd. Had your fill of salads, smoothies and sticky rice featuring Southeast Asia’s ubiquitous fruit?

Sample Spanish fashion favourite, Mango instead—prices at their Phnom Penh outlet are a real treat.

Housed in a colonial-style villa, Axara oozes Parisian cool. Inside it’s a Narnia of mirrors, lighting and club music— pause to peruse attire for all climates, from winterwear to beachwear.

Once you’ve got your wardrobe together, why not add some finishing touches at Singaporean Pedro? Smart timeless shoes, belts, handbags, wallets and ties are their speciality.

Wexport brings together brands like Dockers, Gap and Benetton across four floors at a fraction of the RRP—if you can’t get no (retail) satisfaction here, you’re beyond help.

If new-to-you is plenty new enough, check out Lost’n’Found Vintage Store on St.63. Carrying a hand-picked selection of threads and accessories fresh from Italy, France and Hong Kong, with new items arriving quicker than bags on the priority baggage carousel and at a snip of what you’d

Senteurs d’Angkor

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Lost ‘N’ Found Vintage Store

pay back home, why not unearth some buried treasure today?

If you fancy giving the kiss of life to once loved materials, hit Smateria.

Get all the elegance of Italian design, with the added durability and cool of Khmer craftsmanship which revives local fabrics, all without the hefty footprint. Quirky kids’ backpacks, shoulder bags and fishing net accessories as standard.

Collect kudos on the corner of St.51 and St.360 for tracking down genuine Cambodian silk (precious little of all silk on sale is gathered and produced in the Kingdom) at Tabitha. From bedding to tablecloths, bags to shawls, if its gorgeous silk you want, they’ve got it. Double kudos for contributing to Tabitha’s programme teaching artisans the fast disappearing craft of working silk, and other valuable skills.

Sorya Mall’s five floors are as jammed with genuine electronics, branded sportswear and entertainment outlets as they are with overzealous Khmer youth. Enough said.

If you can’t be without the latest iPhone, pick one up at authorised Apple retailer, iOne in Sovanna Mall on St.271.

Need a centrally located supermarket, American-style ice cream or body building products,

(as if shopping wasn’t enough of a workout!)? Check Paragon Mall, which caters for all three.

If shopping centres make your head spin, City Mall is no labyrinth; each floor is conveniently themed: beauty and fashion, shoes and handbags, electronics and toys.

Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Find Couleurs d’Asie, a hidden gem of a design emporium on St.240 and you’ve won half the battle.

Once inside, marvel at the astounding range of custom made home textiles in silk, organza and cotton, not to mention its suite of wellness products, jewellery, prêt-à-porter, bags... If you can’t find that perfect pressie here, give up and buy some rice brandy.

We’ve saved the biggest for last: juggernaut, Aeon Mall. Besides all the usual suspects from Asia and Europe, there’s a bowling alley, 4D cinema, $1.90 store and... an ice rink!

Getting your shopping fix in Phnom Penh is not always a walk in the park (bonus points if you walk in any parks, by the way!) ; although the city is compact, highlights are scattered and sky high temperatures take their toll—have a good city map and refreshments handy and, unlike the traffic, take it slow and steady!

Hummingbird

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What to see?

Where to shop?

BRAND SHOPPiNG

Big on brands?

You can always fake it, but with so many authentic retailers, why not invest in some top quality products? The last few years has seen a number of official outlets open in the city. Here’s just a few.

Phnom Penh’s reputation as a place to shop is developing quickly. As well as homegrown retailers, big brands from countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, France and America are landing in the city by the bucketload.

For starters, head straight for Sihanouk Blvd, the city’s answer to Oxford Street in London or Singapore’s Orchid Road. Much loved Spanish brand Mango is a must for lovers of fashion (44 Sihanouk Blvd).

Prices are a little more reasonable than its other Asian stores, but you may still need to bring the plastic.

Axara of Paris, housed in a renovated colonial-style villa, transports you into a world of club music, mirrors and bright lighting.

The store is stocked with small and medium standard European, UK and US sizes, with international price tags to match. You’ll find a range to suit most climates from winter to beachwear, as well as a range of shoes and accessories.

The motto of VNC (31C Sihanouk Blvd) is that little things make a big difference. Bringing current season bags, purses and shoes imported from Malaysia at affordable prices, the emphasis here is on combining fun

and fashion and the classy white décor and sofas make trying on a treat.

Pedro (13 Sihanouk Blvd) is another well-known Singaporean retailer, selling smart classical shoes, handbags, belts, wallets and ties with Pedro

fashionable twists. They regularly bring in the latest styles, and have a large range of choices for both men and women. And last but by no means least, don’t miss out on the authentic trendy Parisian brands at Le Marais found in the unmissable Aeon Mall.

If you forgot to pack enough shoes, you’ll find a range of comfortable footwear for men, women and kids at Bata Shoes (also at 84 St.143) and internationally-renowned shoe brand Skechers (46 Sihanouk Blvd) close to Independence Monument.

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Puma

The authorised Adidas outlet store (Sihanouk Blvd) offers a very wide variety of products, ranging from the casual running shoe to the performance soccer shoes. You can find many lifestyle products that are of high branded quality and always authentic.

A new player in town is US sportswear giant Nike, with their first official outlet opening on Monivong Blvd mid-2016. Everything from the modern Air Max range to a huge selection of sports clothing is available, all housed in a classic urban store.

True Brands (Mao Tse Tung Blvd) stocks high-quality international sports and lifestyle brands, all guaranteed originals, and have a wide range of premium products at the best possible price. There seems to almost always be a sale of some sort going on, so definitely give this one a look.

Puma (Sihanouk Blvd) is a well known German multinational company with three major product categories - athletic footwear, clothing, and accessories. They have a great range of original products for all sports enthusiasts, such as authentic football shirts and running shoes.

Aeon Mall is the best choice if you want a westernised mall. Offering a new lifestyle to the people of the

region, the large-scale shopping centre is the first of its kind in Cambodia and boasts several stories of stores, restaurants and entertainment.

If it’s electronics you’re after, the Canon shop on Sihanouk Blvd is a multi-storied multimedia delight.

Nokia has a retail outlet just down the road close to authorised Apple resellers iOne, who can also be found in Canadia Tower (St.110) and at Sovanna Mall.

Fake watches are available in every market in the city, but if you want something that might last more than a few days, better to pay more for the real deal. Genuine watches can be snapped up at the Swatch store (37 Russian Federation Blvd), while Rado, Omega and Seiko products are waiting for you at boutiques in the Cambodiana Hotel (Sisowath Quay).

Nagaworld stocks the super exclusive Mont Blanc, Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Piaget watches through an official distributor, and a Cartier outlet is also to be found there.

To make sure you’ll be looking good in your holiday photos, authenticated Revlon products are available at the Revlon Shop in Sorya Shopping Centre and Sydney Shopping Centre.

Aeon Mall

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Arts Crafts & Silk

Your A-Z

Shopping

Angkor Beauty

9am-8pm|

Outlet near the riverfront selling silk, silverwork, jewellery and handicrafts.

27, St. Sothearos.

I9 023 222 551

Artisans Association of Cambodia

7:30am-6pm| |

Colourful silk clothing and accessories made by skilled Cambodian craftsmen.

DiRECTORY

12C, St.105.

If you’re after some retail therapy then you should find a suitable outlet somewhere within our listings.

Don’t neglect the local markets, especially Central and Russian markets (see pp 46-51 for details) and check out the Night Market, located at the river end of St. 108 (open Fri-Sun only).

Artisans d’Angkor

9am-6pm| |

Renowned handicraft company providing training and work for young Cambodians.

The boutique showcases a selection of fine quality arts and crafts produced by highly skilled Siem Reap craftsmen.

12, St.13 at St.100.

Legend

L8 023 213 904

E8

(opp Post Office) 023 992 409 / 407 (Ad pg 2) www.artisansdangkor.com

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Bobo

9:30am-6:30pm|

Funky boutique selling paintings, cotton dresses, gifts and cool home deco items.

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202, St.19.

Arts, Crafts & Silk

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Clothes & Accessories

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Wine & Specialty Foods

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books, cds, toys & dvds

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Miscellaneous

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Galleries 41

where you see this logo, these outlets accept visa cards for payment

J9 078 676 239

Cambodian Craft Cooperation

7:30am-5pm|

Various locally handcrafted souvenirs at fair prices, all in the name of cooperation.

21c, St. 271.

J9 011 984 879

Cambodian Creations

9:30am-5:30pm|

Social enterprise selling colourful purses, knitted elephants, bracelets and more.

116, St.113.

N6 023 631 7914

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CHA - Cambodian Handicraft Association 8am-5:30pm Non-profit workshop selling a range of colourful silk handicrafts and more.

28, St.330.

F6 012 913 861

Cando Craft

8am-5:30pm

Cando works towards sustainability in livelihood, culture and environment.

500B, St.271.

Citadel

U5 023 6302 237 9am-10pm|

Hand forged blades, hand-made knives and swords. Made in Cambodia. Realised according to ancestral methods.

10, St.110. (Ad pg 27) www.citadel.com.kh

F8 092 313 961

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Colours of Cambodia

9am-7:30pm

Choose a great souvenir from a range of colourful silks and other handicrafts.

373, Sisowath Quay.

Couleurs d’Asie

I9 023 217 974 (Ad pg 33)

9am-7pm| |

Home decoration / gifts shop. Wide range of custom made home textiles in silk, organza… also accessories, wellness products, prêt-à-porter, jewelleries, bags... for everyone.

33, St.240. www.couleursdasie.net

K9 023 221 075

Craft PEACE Café

8:30am-6pm (closed Monday)|@|

Handicrafts made by disabled artisans in Banteay Prieb (“centre of the dove”) Phnom Penh Thmey (Borey Varina)

G8 098 903 625

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Daisy Boutique

9am-7pm|

We design tailor made and ready to wear cotton clothes for women.

75, St.240.

K9

017 522 254 Dary Jewellery & Souvenirs

9am-6pm| |

Selling all kinds of souvenir products, gem stones, diamonds & fine jewellery.

175, St.155.

DHPA

T6 012 611 005 7am-5pm

Silk, handicrafts and jewellery produced by disabled individuals and widows.

106, St.51.

Garden of Desire

K7 012 950 521 9am-6pm| |

Choose from a wide range of handmade jewellery in sterling and fine silver.

33, St.178.

H9

012 406 916 Hanuman Traditional Arts

8:30am-6pm|

Jayana - Arts of Living

8am-8pm| |

A range of colourful Cambodian silks and handicrafts made by local craftsmen.

4A, St.57.

O7 023 997 679

Khmer Royal Handicrafts

8am-9pm|

Even more colourful silk products and handicrafts produced by local craftsmen.

6A, St.57.

Kravan House

O7 012 511 694 8:30am-8:30pm|

Varied silks, silk handicrafts and more in a range of beautiful natural colours.

13, St.178.

Le Lézard Bleu

F6 023 990 195 8am-7pm| |

Art, decor, furniture and sculptures.

61, St.240.

(also Sisowath Quay)

Le Rit’s

L8 023 986 978 7:30am-5pm|

Antique bronzes, silver, wood and more.

One of the best collections in Cambodia.

NGO-based retail outlet selling varied silk handicrafts and soft furnishings.

13B, St.334.

41, St.504.

Hidden Treasures

O9 023 211 916 11am-7pm|

Lotus Pond

N/A 023 213 160 9am-5pm| |

Asian antiques, ceramics, paintings, Buddha figures and other curiosities.

Antiques, furniture, carvings, fine silk and handicrafts including spirit houses.

9, St.148.

245, St.51.

Insolite

F6 012 717 212 8am-6:30pm

Lotus Silk

I8 012 833 149 9am-7pm| |

Souvenir and arts shop: Buddha & Apsara statues, lamp, antique tables and more.

Choose from a selection of varied, colourful handicrafts and home accessories.

33Eo, St.178.

57, St.240.

H9 012 422 475

L7 017 556 226

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Lucky Heritage

9am-6:30pm| |

Choose from fine Cambodian silks and accessories in a range of natural colours.

2B1, St.51.

(next to Mekong Bank)

Mekong Arts

G8 012 310 249 8am-7pm| |

Choose from a selection of colourful art, decor, furniture and sculptures.

33, St.178

Mekong Blue

L8 012 406 294 8am-6pm| |

“Social Business” selling fine, handmade silk products from Stung Treng province.

9, St.130.

Mekong Quilts

F8 012 609 730 9am-7pm| |

Hand crafted bed covers, colourful home accessories, gifts, colourful and more.

47-49, St.240.

Monsoon

K9 023 219 607 8am-9pm|

Choose from a range of colourful Asian handicrafts and other artefacts.

10, St.278.

M8 012 669 525

Nature Wild 8am-5:30pm (closed Sun) Perfect to buy gifts made from natural and wild materials from the forest.

10, St.420.

(closed Sun)

Neang Mliss

S6 012 725 172 8am-7pm|

Varied colourful silk and silk products, locally made by handicapped people.

4DE0, St.230.

(Toul Kork)

Orange River

E1 023 880 089 8am-7pm| |

Pavillon d’Asie

9:30am-6:30pm (closed Sun)| |

Cambodian handicrafts, bronzes, carvings, sculptures, antiques furniture and more.

24-26, Sihanouk Blvd.

L9 023 221 909

Peace Handicrafts 7:30am-6pm| | Handicrafts and colourful silk products from various Cambodian provinces.

39C, St.155.

X4 023 993 331

Phnom Penh Souvenir

8am-7pm

Khmer souvenirs including a range of colourful handicrafts from the provinces.

71, St.240.

L8 012 902 128

Rajana Association

7am-6pm|

Silk products, paintings, jewellery, bamboo products and other beautiful Khmer handicrafts.

170, St.450.

(Ad Tourist MAP)

S6 023 993 642

Rehab Craft Cambodia

8am-5pm

Varied colourful handicrafts and more made by disadvantaged Cambodians.

1, St.278.

Roth Souvenir Shop

R8 068 366 366 8am-9pm

Silks, carvings, clothing, jewellery, kitchen ware and other handicrafts.

18, St.178.

Sayon Silkworks

H9 012 603 484 9am-7pm

Riverfront boutique selling curios, silks, fabrics, housewares and accessories.

Handmade silk cushions, scarves, lamps, home elements, carvings and more.

367, Sisowath Quay

213, St.19.

(FCC Building)

I9 023 427 758

K8 077 697 280

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Senteurs d’Angkor

Sopor Khmer

8am-7pm| |

8am-8pm| | Great range of handmade Cambodian products designed and produced by Senteurs d’Angkor. The perfect place to discover the variety of Cambodian flavours and scents in a lovely packaging. Don’t miss it!

Traditional silk products and clothing, silver sculptures and Khmer handicrafts.

33, St.178. (Ad pg 31)

A wide variety of Cambodian ornaments including quilted silk bed covers, decorative cushions, silk scarves, jewellery and much more. Proceeds go towards helping with community development.

(opp. National Museum)

H9 023 992 512

www.senteursdangkor.com

Sentosa

8am-6:30pm| |

Colourful silk products including clothing, pillows and varied other soft furnishings.

33, Sothearos Blvd.

Somalina

I9 023 222 974 9am-5pm| |

Stylish outlet selling arts, crafts and a range of colourful silks & silk products.

67A, St.178.

I8 092 211 331

7, St. 246.

Tabitha

S8 023 223 911 8am-6pm| |

P8 239, St.51 & 360. (Ad pg 15) www.tabitha.ca 023 721 038 Ta Prohm Souvenirs 8am-7pm| Choose from a wide range of colourful Cambodian silk products.

49B, St.178.

LISTED FOR FREE!

I9 023 224 729 023 210 407

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Tendance Khmere

Clothes & Accessories

11am-9pm|

High quality, colourful silk products for home decoration and accessories.

4A, St.278.

adidas Outlet Store 9am-9pm| |

M8 012 584 661

Tooit Tooit

8am-5pm

A range of fun handicrafts and recycled accessories available at great prices.

T8

Russian market. (Stall 312)

Villageworks

8am-5pm| |

Varied, colourful Khmer silk products from various Cambodian villages.

118, St.113 at St.330. (nr Tuol Sleng Museum)

R5 023 215 732

Water Lily

9am-5pm (5pm Sat) (Sun by appt)| |

Necklaces, bags, tablecloths and more. designed by expat Christine Gauthier.

37, St.240.

Weaves of Cambodia

K9 012 812 469 6am-9pm

Beautiful scarves, shawls, sarongs and more, all locally produced in Cambodia.

24, St.29.

Yangon Space

P8 023 218 963 8am-10pm

Boutique offering a range of colourful handicrafts from Burma (Myanmar).

19D, St.282.

Lotus (Pa-ka Chouk) stems are woven to produce a light, soft and breathable silk, perfect for clothing and accessories

O7 099 629 713

Full range of adidas sports products.

201 AB, Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

Ambre

N4 023 726 906

10am-6pm| |

High-end men’s and ladies’ clothing created by local designer Romyda Keth.

37, St.178.

I7 012 688 608

AND Shop

8am-8pm| |

Pure cotton clothes and accessories.

52B, St.240.

K9 023 224 713

Axara Paris

8am-8:30pm|

Upscale French clothing store located in a very elegant French colonial house.

143, Sihanouk Blvd.

N7 023 628 2828

Baboun Paris

9:30am-8:30pm|

Cute selection of Parisian children’s clothes, from 1 month to 12 years old.

14, Sihanouk Blvd.

M10 012 652 401

Bambou Indochine

9am-9:30pm| |

Truly original designs inspired by Indochina. 100% cotton and bambou fibre Polo’s, T-shirts & resortwear. All sizes available for men, women and children.

Absolute quality & value for money.

7, St.178 & 46A St.240. (also at PP Int’l airport)

H10 023 214 720

Beautiful Shoes

7am-6:30pm

Custom-made shoes for men and women from $20 a pair. Popular with expats.

138B, St.143.

R4 012 848 438

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Bespoke Boutique

8am-8pm|

Color Vintage

10am-9pm| |

Cotton and linen creations designed by the Cambodian owner, Picky.

Boutique outlet offering a range of “timeless” styles for women and men.

213, St.19.

168, St.13.

bYSi

K8 012 981 517 8:30am-8:30pm| |

Affordable luxury and fashion styles for ladies including casual and formal wear.

50B, Sihanouk Blvd.

L9 023 213 668

Catalog

8am-8pm

Famous brands imported from Europe.

154, St.154.

Closeout Shop

H6 023 991 559 8am-9pm| |

Choose from a large range of casual clothes and shoes including large sizes.

31, St.315 (Tuol Kork). (Also on Russian Blvd close to airport)

C3 023 883 592

G9

092 738 678 DAH Department Store

9am-9pm| |

Quality men’s, women’s and children’s clothes, shoes, luggage, bags and more.

87, St.274.

M7 023 997 653

Daughters of Cambodia

9am-5:30pm (closed Sun)| |

Boutique and visitor exhibition. Daughters NGO empowers trafficked girls to escape the sex industry. Original designs, eco-friendly cottons; including clothing, accessories, jewellery and gifts.

321, Sisowath Quay and 227, St.442

H9

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Diva

8:30am-8:30pm|

Choose from a range of colourful ladies’ clothing, footwear, lingerie & more.

Hummingbird

9am-9pm|

63, St. 2011.

M8 011 911 811

Cute little clothing and lifestyle boutique for women with simple, chic & funky styles at amazing prices. Stunning evening wear, dresses, playsuits, t-shirts, shorts, bags, shoes, jewellery and more.

Esquisse

10am-8pm|

137, St.19 (close to St.172).

Dresses to shoes, handbags to accessories.

156, St.63.

T6 011 510 736

Factory Outlet Store 11am-11pm| Branded clothes at discounted prices, directly from the manufacturer.

H8 092 504 604

(Ad pg 35)

www.facebook.com/hummingbird.cambodia

Jasmine

Mon-Sat 8am-9pm (Sun Sun 9am-9pm| |

Beautiful silk clothes and accessories.

373, Sisowath Quay.

N6 023 223 103

22-25, Kampuchea Krom Blvd.

Kool As U

Friends @ 240

Men’s clothes and accessories created by designer Ou Kosal. For work or leisure.

148, St.155

R5

G5 023 219 102

Mon=1-5pm, Tue-Sat=8am-5pm

Hip clothing, ready-to-wear and custom-made, by former street youth.

32, St.240.

L8 089 744 560

Giordano

9am-9pm|

Casual, imported clothes at reasonable prices for men, women & kids.

84BD, St.154.

(also 68, Sihanouk Blvd.)

M9 023 986 706

WWW.PGCAMBODIA.COM

141, St.19.

Le Marais

9am-9pm|

I8 023 220 930 9am-10pm| |

Chic, Parisian branded clothes with a trendy style for modern women.

At Aeon Mall.

(closed Sunday)

Levi’s

J7 092 817 781 8:30am-9pm| |

Authentic Levi’s products for men and women.

Monireth Blvd cnr City Mall

M3 067 666 811

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Limkeo

8:30am-12:30pm, 2-6:30pm (not Sun)

Haute couture by Sylvain Lim, the grandmaster of Cambodian fashion.

9, St.222.

Lola’s Intimates

9am-6:30pm

Underwear outlet. Real international sizes, European quality, Cambodian prices.

175, St.155 (corner St.460)

8am-9pm| |

Original design dresses and accessories, custom made for men and women.

8, St.278.

L7 012 941 643

Luna Boutique

S6

092 876 223

MADE

M8

023 220 176 11am-7pm (closed Sun)

Clothes & accessories for men and women, made by survivors of human trafficking.

10, St.144 cnr of Sisowath Quay.

Mango

H9

078 592 002

8am-8:30pm| |

Lost ‘N’ Found Vintage Shop

Spanish-based international ladies’ brand selling colourful clothes and accessories.

Discover our fascinating 2nd hand clothes & accessories arrivals from Italy, France, Hong Kong... Something for everyone and a constantly changing selection. Handpicked. You’ll love it, so will your wallet!

Sihanouk Blvd.

8am-9pm

321,St 63, close to St.322.

(Ad pg 15)

O8 023 640 5047

www.facebook.com/lostnfoundvintagestore

Mognet Field.PP.kh

L8

023 215 123 10am-4pm

Travel and outdoor items, clothes, bags, shoes and accessories, glasses, etc...

71B, St.178 cnr St.19.

H8 017 942 696

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New Collection

8am-9pm| |

Decent quality, brand-name copies of clothes, belts, bags and accessories.

92, Sihanouk Blvd.

L8 023 990 020

Paperdolls

9am-6pm|

Blingy and quirky fashion accessories, aspiring designers’ clothing and more.

St.57, corner St.294.

Pedro

K9 016 620 908 8am-9pm| |

Promesses & Kaprices

10am-8pm| |

Luxurious, elegant boutique offering a selection of exclusive designs 20B, St.282.

Puma

O8 023 993 527 9am-9pm| |

Puma sports products such as footwear, apparel, accessories, bags and more.

90, Sihanouk Blvd.

Romdeng Shop

M7 023 211 892 11am-9:30pm|

Stylish shoes, belts and bags for men and women. Made in Spain.

Paintings, mugs, clothes, bags, handicrafts.

90, Sihanouk Blvd.

Salt

Posh

L8 023 995 999 7:30am-8:30pm| |

74, St.174.

I8 092 219 565 9am-7pm| |

Fancy and casual imported woman’s shoes.

Delightful accessories, jewellery and footwear at reasonable prices.

31, Sihanouk Blvd.

2, St. 294.

L8 017 470 090

M9 012 962 911

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Smateria

8am-9pm

VNC

8am-8:30pm|

Smateria is not just about recycling.

Our products are developed based on the idea of using common materials with style and giving them new life.

Fashionable ladies’ shoes imported from Malaysia. Popular with young Khmers.

8, St.57.

Yes Outlet Store

M8 / H10

(also Phnom Penh International Airport)

(Ad pg 36)

012 647 061, 023 211 701

Skechers

www.smateria.com 9am-8pm| |

Boutique with a range of Californiadesigned shoes for men, women & kids.

46, Sihanouk Blvd.

Tom & Alice

O9 012 403 058 8am-8pm

Phnom Penh’s tailor of choice for men and women. Fast and friendly service.

153, St.278.

(also 84, St. 118)

Tonlé

F8 097 633 3120 9am-7pm

Environmentally friendly clothing and accessories with fresh designs.

31C, Sihanouk Blvd.

N7 023 221 229

9am-10pm| |

Selection of luxury brands for men, women and children. Korean cosmetics.

St.360, corner Monivong Blvd.

Q7 060 984 777

Wine & Specialty Food Annam Outlet

7am-8pm| |

Premium gourmet shop in Toul Kork. Bread and pastries from Eric Kayser. Cheese, cold cuts from Le Vôtre. Wine from The Warehouse. Ice cream from bonbon and premium groceries from Annam Cambodia. www.theprovidorecambodia.com 45, St. 335.

N/A 070 202 997

Celliers d’Asie

8am-6:30pm| |

Corner St.110 and Sisowath Quay.

The city’s leading wine specialist supplying to restaurants and supermarkets.

Uber

62B, St.432.

F9 012 904 154

8am-9pm| |

Premium retail outlet selling high quality leather shoes, bags and accessories.

45B, St.240. also 11, St.288.

U.R.S. & Inc.

K9 070 225 540 8am-9pm| |

Unique, sophisticated Singaporean shoes. for discerning female customers.

31, Sihanouk Blvd.

L8 023 999 699

ADVERTISING SALES CALL PHILIPPE 092 502 530

Z4 023 986 350

Chocolate Shop (The)

8am-7pm| |

|@

By The Shop: The first real chocolate shop in Cambodia centrally located in street 240! All products produced in-house with Belgian chocolate: truffles, pralines, season specials, ice cream and cakes.

K9 35, St.240. 012 872 840 317, St.63. 077 666 402 O7 www.theshop-cambodia.com

facebook: grouptheshopcambodia LISTED FOR FREE!

023 210 407

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Comme à la Maison Delishop

6am-9:30pm (BKK1) 6:30am-8pm (Chroy Changvar) 6:30am-9pm (Rose Garden) 7am-8pm (Tuol Kork)| | |@

Baguettes and breads, croissants, cakes, pastries, desserts, yogurt, ice-creams, snacks, sandwiches, terrines, sausages, canapés and petits fours, delicatessen and more, in Cambodia since 1996 13-15, St.57. BKK1 ,Chroy Changvar Riverside.

Rose Garden Condominium

N8 F10 P10 N/A 023 360 801

6, St.592 Tuol Kork

La Pâtisserie

Mon-Sat: 7am-7pm Sun: 9am-5pm|

The finest quality pastry & bread made by a professional French pastry chef.

9A, St.178.

Le Vôtre

I8 017 781 349

Tue-Sat: 7am-7pm, Sun: 9am-5pm|

Frozen vacuum packed takeaway food prepared by a skilled chef.

9A, St.178.

L’Irresistible

I8 092 528 085

www.commealamaison-delicatessen.com

DanMeat

Producing homemade jams, syrups and biscuits. All natural products.

Full-service butchery selling beef, hams, sausages, bacon, chops, chicken & more.

174, St.454.

8am-6:30pm (closed Sunday)|

36, St.200.

K7 097 92 92 234

Eric Kayser

7am-10pm| |

Parisian bakery and pâtisserie of the highest quality. For real bread aficionados.

29,St.63 cnr St.322.

26, St.240 (White Mansion)

K7, P10 077 573 027

(also Vattanac Tower and at Aeon Mall).

7:30am-6:30pm (closed Mon)|

Mu Gourmet

S6 092 906 097 8am-8.30pm| |

Modern , spacious deli with all kinds of teas and coffees, sweet and salty treats.

St. 51, corner st. 228

K8

023 215 549 Natural Garden 7:30am-8:30pm| | Frozen vacuum packed takeaway food prepared by a skilled chef.

Founan Café – Coffee Roaster

213B, St.63.

Enjoy a FREE CUP OF COFFEE for every visit to our store. Take home a bag of freshly roasted coffee for a good cup everyday.

Delicious gourmet food along with coffee along and quality grocery & fresh items.

2D, St.182 (near Orrussey Market).

67, Sothearos Blvd.

8am-6pm| |

Kurata Pepper

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J6 012 224 795

8am-7pm| |

Providore (The)

Red Apron

H7 023 6666 929 7am-8pm| |

N9 095 907 879 9am-10pm| |

Organic Koh Kong pepper and other associated products like pepper soap...

PP’s first professional wine boutique offers a wide selection to suit all tastes.

206, St.63, corner St.322

15-17, St.240.

P7 023 726 480

(closed Sunday)

H7 023 990 951

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Smokey Dah Boar

8am-5pm| |

Old country style smoked meat products and small goods. Wholesale orders too.

1080, St.21A (Takhmao).

Starling Farm

017 555 281 8am-5pm|

World famous Kampot Pepper, a perfect souvenir to bring back from Cambodia.

3, St.178.

TWG Tea Shop

I8 023 724 274 8am-7pm| |

Choose from a wide range of delicious teas, served either loose or ready-bagged.

Vattanac Tower.

Veggy’s

H7 017 200 600 8am-7pm| |

Imported meats, fruits, cheese, veggies and other good quality food products.

23, St.240.

L8 023 211 534

Vintage Wine Cellars

8am-9pm (closed Sun)| |

Specialist “Old World” wine shop with knowledgeable staff and excellent service.

404D, Monivong Blvd.

Warehouse (The)

P8 023 987 998 9am-9pm| |

Spacious outlet with a smart selection of wines from the old and the new world.

32, St.240.

Wine Hall

K9 023 986 641 9am-8:30pm| |

Cash & Carry concept wine store where quality becomes affordable.

142, Norodom Blvd.

08 017 848 786

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Books, CDs, Toys 9 CD Center

Bodia Nature

8am-11pm

Small DVD shop with a good selection of titles and a very helpful owner.

1, St.51.

O7 023 993 776

Bohr’s Books

8am-8pm

Second-hand books to buy, sell or trade, in English, French and other languages.

5, Sothearos Blvd.

H9 097 750 667

(also on St.278)

Carnets d’Asie

9am-7pm(closed sunday)|

French language bookshop with a section on Cambodia and Asia.

218, Sr.184

(at French Cultural Centre).

D’s Books

V7 012 799 959 9am-9pm

Cambodia’s best choice for books! A huge selection of great titles, many different genres to choose from. A real book shop for all book lovers!

79, St.240.

(Ad pg 39)

L9 012 726 355

www.dsbookscambodia.com

Monument Books & Toys

8am-8:30pm| |

Varied English (and other) language books, newspapers & mags. Good toys too.

111, Norodom Blvd.

L8 023 217 617

Miscellaneous ÂMATA

8am-10pm| |

100% natural aromatherapy & spa products - all made in Cambodia.

54, St.306.

O7 012 802 725

9am-10pm

Producing all natural beauty products, everything we make, from our facial scrubs to essential oils, is handcrafted using the finest ingredients found in Cambodia’s rich virgin landscapes.

10, St.178. (Ad pg 19) (also 8, St.278)

H10 / S3 097 7446 367

Coola Products please call| | Neoprene can and bottle coolers, and more, designed and manufactured to order.

Decosy

092 888 967

Display

023 219 253

Estampe

095 810 250

9am-6:30pm| Stylish selection of furniture, home decoration items, lighting, ceramic utensils...

K3 219, St.19.

9:30am-7:30pm| | Eclectic range of home decoration items and gifts. Mugs, pillows, stools...

N7 178, St.63.

11am-7pm| Vintage posters, maps, photos, old newspapers. Originals & reproductions.

S7 72C, St.174 (197, also St.19)

012 826 186 Feel Good Emporium 10am-8pm|

Natural, health and wellness products to help you feel good and thrive!

F8 79, St.136.

KTOP

078 888 773

8:30am-8:30pm| | Best personal gadgets and accessories store in town.

M3 St.63 (4th floor, Sorya Shopping Centre)

023 666 6763

Kangen Water

8:30am-6pm| Kangen Water is the living water that restores your alkaline balance.

O8 16B, St.302.

089 778 168

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La Casa del Habano

10am-10pm| |

Cuban cigars, rums, music and more.

Occasional live cigar rolling displays.

313, Sisowath Quay.

K10 077 283 330

Skate Shop (The)

11am-6pm

(at Himawari Hotel)

International standard skateboards, shoes and clothing. Providing repairs too.

9, St.7.

L9 077 444 770

6:30am-10pm| |

Paintings, photography works and more from local & international artists.

83-85, St.240.

K9 023 218 450

Apsara Art Gallery

7am-6pm|

Contemporary SE Asian art and photos.

Also offers a picture framing service.

119, St.73DG.

W4 011 867 390

Asia Art Gallery

10am-6pm

SE Asian art including paintings, photographs and postcards. (Open weekends) corner St.278 and St.51

CAM Gallery

O7 012 231 891 8am-10pm| |

Must see! Established in 1995 and dedicated to Stef, a very positive artist.

363, Sisowath Quay (FCC)

F6

023 221 732 Institut Francais du Cambodge

7am-5pm| |

Changing exhibitions by international and local artists in a comfo atmosphere.

56, Sihanouk Blvd.

L9 023 987 420

Also St.337 (Tuol Kork).

Meta House 10am-10pm, closed Mon| SE Asian and international fine arts, multi-media and light installations.

37, Sothearos Blvd.

M9

023 218 987 New Art Gallery 7am-6pm (closed Sun)| Contemporary SE Asian art, paintings and photographs. Framing services too.

Galleries 240 Gallery

Java Gallery

8am-6pm|

20, St.9.

O9 012 824 570

(closed Sunday)

Romeet Gallery

(closed Mon) 10am-noon, 2-6pm (Sun 2-6pm)|

Opened by Phare Ponleu Selapak association and supporting fine arts students.

34E1, St.178.

Space Four Zero

J8 092 953 567

11am-7pm |

|

A POP ART Gallery specialising in limited edition handmade prints by Sticky Fingers Art Prints Cambodia. We also carry original Pop Art, Vinyl Records, Tshirts and other groovy eclectic gifts. We have exhibitions quite often too.

40, St.118.

(a block from riverside)

G8 069 571 100

spacefourzero.com - facebook.com/space40

Teo & Namfah Gallery

by app’t

Gallery featuring works from a selection of emerging artists from across Asia.

21, St.214.

XEM Design

J8 011 457 711 8am-6pm

Changing exhibitions on the ground floor as well as special talks and other events.

Contemporary gallery showcasing locally produced art and design products

218, St.184.

13, St.178.

J7 023 213 124

H8 092 764 836

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SHOPPiNG FOR A CAUSE

Ethical retail Phnom Penh has many wonderful not-for-profit organisations whose programmes are funded or partially funded by stores selling their products. So why not spend and feel good about it at the same time?

Whether you’re hunting for gifts for your family or a memento of your time spent here, there are a few special places it might pay to check out— we’ve rounded up a selection of the very best for you to get along to.

On St. 13 is Friends ‘n’ Stuff, a funky little store specialising in bags, clothing, jewellery and accessories. All the products in store are made by local families who come from a variety of difficult circumstances. Their creations feature bold colours and quirky designs, and are often crafted using recycled materials.

A little further along St. 13 you’ll find the Artisans d’Angkor Boutique showroom. Artisans d’Angkor is a social enterprise founded in the hopes of providing training and employment to rural Cambodians. It now employs over 1300 people, and over 900 of these are artisans. The Phnom Penh boutique store showcases beautiful gifts, decorations, artworks and garments crafted by talented Cambodian artisans from around the country.

A few steps from the Russian Market, on the corner of St. 450 and 155, is the Rajana Association store.

Rajana’s mission is to reignite the creative spark doused by the Khmer Rouge regime. This Cambodian-run

not-for-profit organisation provides training and employment opportunities for local people, pairing traditional skills with contemporary design. With unique jewellery pieces, bags and other accessories, fellas might struggle to drag their partners away from this one.

Artisans d’Angkor Daughters of Cambodia’s boutique store and visitor centre, found at 321, Sisowath Quay, stocks a variety of interesting and attractive products including jewellery, scarves and bags, children’s toys, men’s products, t-shirts, and home décor items. You’re sure to find something with your name on it. All the products in-store are handcrafted by young women and men who have overcome their former lives as victims of trafficking in Cambodia’s sex industry.

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Daughters of Cambodia

Take a short stroll down the riverside from the Night Market and you’ll find Tonlé, on the corner of St. 110 and Sisowath Quay. An ethical fashion label, Tonlé is all about paying workers fair wages, with decent benefits, while using ethically and environmentally friendly sourced material so you can feel good about looking great. With everything from youthful prints to sophisticated dresses and funky accessories, you’d be forgiven for splurging a little here. At Tonlé, you will truly feel good about spending your money, knowing where it goes.

On the corner of St. 51 and 360 is the Tabitha store. This store features a gorgeous range of beautiful, handcrafted silk products. From bedding to tablecloths, to bags and shawls, all crafted from the finest Cambodian silk. These products are all designed and produced locally

by Cambodian artisans through Tabitha’s programme. Through this project, participants learn valuable skills including craftsmanship and management of personal finances.

Across the road from the Tuol Sleng Museum on St. 133 is Cambodian Creations.

This social enterprise aims to generate income for at-risk Cambodian workers in an ethical, fair-trade environment. The

proceeds generated by this initiative provide the workers with dependable, meaningful employment that allows them to make plans and lay the groundwork for a brighter future. They stock a fabulous range of jewellery, handicrafts and knitted toys, sourced from a number of socially responsible producers across Cambodia. Word to the wise, their knitted elephants are truly adorable; if you’ve got kids or younger siblings in your life, you’ll definitely struggle to leave without buying one to send home.

Have a wander down St. 144, near Kandal Market, and you’ll come across the Made store. The ethos of this transformative project is all about providing sustainable, viable employment as a way to aid healing, restoration, and reintegration for survivors of sex trafficking or sexual exploitation. Everything in-store is carefully handmade to the highest quality in their employment center just outside of Phnom Penh. Made provides these survivors with financial security, training and, most importantly, a life of stability away from the world they’ve left behind.

Featuring a variety of cool, casual apparel, bags, wallets and other accessories, Made is well worth a visit.

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MARKETS

Bargain hunting The buzz and mayhem of the city’s covered markets are what makes Phnom Penh a mecca for shopaholics. No trip to the city would be complete without hitting at least one, so let’s check ‘em out.

Phnom Penh has for many years been a shopper’s paradise where bargains have to be fought over and where, in the majority of cases, ‘locally made’ means put together round the corner, but beware of imitations.

The most prominent of the capital’s marketplaces is Psar Thmei, the Central Market. Prior to 1935 the area was a swamp called Beng Decho, which was prone to flooding during the rainy season. The lake was drained and construction of what is now a market designed by Jean Desbois and engineered by Louis Chauchon began in 1935.

As a landmark in the Kingdom of Wonder it gradually became more and more scruffy over the years and the capital’s city fathers welcomed an offer by the French Development Agency to return the site to its former, pristine glory. The work was pretty well finished in 2011 and the stallholders returned to continue flogging their fare - although the rental of their sites has gone up and their prices have risen accordingly.

Not that many people complain as they haggle over handicrafts. After all, what would a trip to Cambodia be without a scarf or three in different

colours and lovingly made with pure silk or cotton? Souvenir t-shirts, too, are a must-buy from simple designs with the Khmer alphabet and flag to Tin Tin and imagery of Angkor Wat. The central area is a wonder

Psar Thmei of design and engineering with a domed core and four wings radiating outwards. Under the cupola, watches, precious and semi-precious stones, gold and silver jewellery dominate accompanied by lines of stallholders selling clothing for Khmer tots, teens and twenty-somethings to barangs looking for presents for themselves or loved ones. Its outside stalls have been transformed from a rag-tag collection of haphazard areas specialising in everything from clothing to cooking utensils, electrical goods to fresh sea fish

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Orussey Market and crustaceans to a more ordered assemblage of product areas.

Rumours have been circulating for some time that the road around the market and several of the feeder streets to its core will in the future be pedestrianised. Earlier interviews suggested that many stallholders were going to move to other markets where the rent was less steep, though the market is still busy and recent enquiries have painted a very different and more encouraging picture.

A slight oddity in the capital’s market scene is just a stone’s throw from the Sorya Shopping Centre, and called, inevitably, the Golden Sorya Mall.

Originally focused on shoes and clothing for the ever fashion-conscious Khmer youth, it has undergone a transformation over the years, and the majority of the space is now given over to bars and restaurants, many of which are open until very late at night. You might still find something of interest to you here, but probably not.

There have been few changes at the famous Russian Market since the movement of the many scruffy outside stalls, except for the several merchants who have adorned their premises with fancy signage. Famous for its Aladdin’s cave of bootleg software, CDs and

DVDs, plus just about everything a budding yuppie would want to be seen with, it’s a steamy, clammy rabbit warren of colours and noise reminiscent of an Arabian souk. Its popularity, though, has enlivened the streets radiating off its four sides where bars, bistros and restaurants, ice cream shops and snackeries have reached out to the mostly heat-exhausted shoppers.

Orussey is another reliable standby with a vast selection of dry bulk foods, fruit, vegetables, fish and cut flowers in addition to kramas, t-shirts, sneakers, underwear and household electrical goods. If you fancy getting sweaty while bagging yourself a bargain, then head straight for there.

Alternative markets include Psar Chas, which offers a wide range of fruit, and Olympic, a predominantly wholesale market which has among other items wholesale fabrics of all hues and designs by the mile.

Boeung Keng Kang market, at the southern end of St. 57 where it intersects with St. 380, is a popular market among young Cambodians looking for fashion items to affordable prices. The market has a wide range of secondhand clothes at cheap prices, with t-shirts available for just a dollar or less.

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Whether you are living here in Phnom Penh or just passing through, there are numerous telephone services available to you from several different operators. Here are some brief details of what’s on offer:

Landlines If you need a fixed line at your home or office (a 023 number), contact Camintel (023 986 789) or Telecom Cambodia (023 426 510). Installation costs around US$20 and, depending on the tariff and time of day, calls to landlines and local mobiles cost around 7-10c a minute. Metfone offers nationwide network coverage across Cambodia covering all towns, provinces & districts along national roads numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.

Mobile Services There are currently six companies offering mobile phone services in Cambodia, all of whom cover Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and most provincial areas. Prices are typically around 6-8c a minute for local calls to mobiles and landlines. Metfone offers affordable pre-paid, postpaid, home internet, roaming, international calls & unlimited internet packages with the fastest & largest 3G network and download speeds up to 15 MB per second.

VOIP Services You can now make international calls from all the mobile networks, with prices varying between service providers, often as low as 5c a minute. Skype is also available so if your SIM has a data plan or if you have access to Wi-Fi, this can be a practical alternative. Metfone offers clear voice technology with seamless real-time connection calls to fixed-lines or mobiles at a flat rate. You can save up to 25% while calling to the 11 most popular countries.

Tourist Facilities If you’re a visitor to Cambodia, you can buy a Tourist SIM card from several mobile operators, which you can use for in-country calls as well as for calls abroad.

Metfone’s Met Travel SIM Card offers 3c/min calling rates to 25 countries plus 2GB of free data, a 3$ basic account and 2$ bonus for each user. These are available at booths in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Airport and tour agent offices. If you rather use your international SIM card, several operators offer roaming facilities though these are very expensive compared with using a local SIM.

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LEiSURE

Pleasure in leisure Phnom Penh is a hive of activity with plenty going on in and around town to fill your days and nights with fun. Whether you want to learn to cook Khmer food, or tear it up on the roads, the city has it all.

So you’ve ticked The Killing Fields, S21 and a tour of The Royal Palace off your list and you’re left wondering what there is to do in Phnom Penh.

Thankfully, the capital is packed with activities catering to every taste, from the fond foodie to the keen photographer, adrenaline junkie and cultural fiend.

Cambodia is home to some top-class cuisine and if you fancy learning how to rustle up some classic dishes for friends back home, frizz restaurant offers classes suitable for all levels. The group is introduced to popular Cambodian fruit and vegetables before buying ingredients from the market. Back in the classroom, students explore traditional methods of preparing food and go on to prepare a series of dishes.

Those seeking an adrenaline rush can jump onboard an automatic ATV quad bike and take a Blazing Trails tour—a unique way to explore the paddy fields, forests and villages that sit outside the city.

A day spent racing round Phnom Penh’s only premiere go-karting track will definitely get the adrenaline pumping through the veins. Kambol Kart Raceway’s

980-metre circuit is located on the outskirts of the city and takes in lush countryside. The centre’s 6.5hp go-karts hit speeds of up to 65 to 70kph and are often used for team-building exercises, corporate activities and family fun days.

Cambodian Living Arts

To get a taste for the traditional, apsara dance performances presented

by Cambodian Living Arts take place Monday to Saturday at the National Museum. The production, Plae Pakaa —which means fruitful in Khmer— showcases Cambodia’s rich and vibrant culture using traditional arts. This season, the performances are 'Children of Bassac (a snapshot of Cambodia through dance), Mak Therng (the quest for love and justice), and Passage of Life (living the Cambodian life).

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EXPLORiNG PHNOM PENH

Russian Market

Address: St.163 cnr St.444 | Opening hours: 7am - 6pm The Russian Market, so called due to its popularity with Russian expats in the ‘80s, is not to be missed. With everything but the kitchen sink gathered under its humble tin roof, go early for the cool and lucky first customer prices.

Before diving in, peruse the market’s edges for cheap DVDs and electronics, alongside coconuts and peeled pineapples to snack on.

Enticing street foods like Khmer-style pancakes, crab spring rolls and pan-fried chive cakes are available on the market’s outer west side - the inner stalls are strictly for the hygienically adventurous!

Its inner narrow walkways seem like a gauntlet at first but stalls are arranged in grid formation and grouped according to products: food, souvenirs, art supplies, household items and clothing.

Prices are negotiable, with a good rule of thumb being 50-75% of the asking price.

Keen vendors are knowledgeable and can wax lyrical about their products of interest.

The market specialises in good imitation items, especially Northface backpacks.

Factory seconds of high street brands can be snapped up for a fraction of the RRP, and you can even buy fabric and have clothes tailor-made.

When temperatures rise, head outside to artisan shops on neighbouring streets to browse local, ethically produced handicrafts, including silk, in air-conditioned comfort.

Go on foot from the Russian market neighbourhood or ask your tuk tuk driver or motodop for “Psar Toul Tom Poung”. Whatever the weather, be ready for a head-spinning time in this Aladdin’s cave of hidden gems!

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Cambo Cruise

You can’t leave Phnom Penh without having explored its waterways and there are plenty of operators offering various cruises, from sunrise to sunset and beyond. These vary in price, quality, duration and location so be sure to do some research before settling on your chosen vessel.

Take a trip down Phnom Penh’s Tonle Sap river with Cambo Cruise. Their Silk Island lunch cruise offers a buffet lunch and tour of the beautiful Silk Island (which in itself is well worth a visit and a nice escape from the city) while their sunset dinner cruise features live local music, a buffet dinner and plenty of atmosphere as you drift along the tranquil Tonle Sap. Alternatively, enjoy a sunset or dinner cruise aboard the Kanika catamaran, with departures every day at 5pm and 7pm from the Port.

Budding photographers can brush up on their artistic skills by signing up to one of Nathan Horton’s Photography Tours. The one to 10-day trips range in ability and are designed to enable students to develop their camera skills while exploring off the beaten track Cambodia. The aim is to encourage photographers to dig deeper into the country’s culture than the usual

tourist while taking some great shots home to prove it.

There are several independent art galleries and centres helping to promote the local art scene that are well worth a visit. Java Arts Café (Sihanouk Blvd & Tuol Kork) serves up a delectable selection of great tea and coffee to accompany a very recommendable food menu. The cafe has a gallery upstairs, which regularly showcases local talent.

Meta House (Sothearos Blvd) is another venue that supports the city’s art scene, with constantly changing exhibitions hanging on its walls. It also screens free documentaries on both Cambodian and international issues in the afternoons and evenings. Food and drinks are also available from the bar.

As is the case across Asia, karaoke is incredibly popular among locals in Phnom Penh. As a result there are many fantastic KTV spots across the city where punters can rent a room and enjoy several hours belting out all your party favourites, for a fraction of what it would cost in most places around the world. Big Apple on St. 67, near the Central Market, is a great choice for karaoke enthusiasts, with large rooms, excellent English song selections and fantastic service.

Meta House

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SPECiAL SPOTS iN PHNOM PENH

Breakfast perfected

The capitol is full of landmarks and historical places that most expats, and even locals, probably don't know about. Here we give you some of the secrets of the city, but are you adventurous enough to check them out?

When it comes to local breakfast specialties, one dish rises above the rest in the sea of flavours, textures and smells that is the Cambodian capital. Kuyteav, a rich rice noodle soup, is Phnom Penh’s undisputed pride. This massively popular breakfast is prepared with generous amounts of garnish and condiments, and a rich broth made from pork bones, dried squid, and sugar. Kuyteav Phnom Penh, as the local version is known, takes the dish to the next level by adding to the mix giant Mekong prawns and beef offal.

If Kuyteav is king among local specialties, then Kuyteav Chhganh Sokhok cannot be regarded as nothing less than a historic monument of the capital. This mom-and-pops restaurant has been around since 1985 and was opened by a Chinese man who survived the Khmer Rouge. Unbeknownst to him, by opening his restaurant he helped saved this important dish: Kuyteav was among the first victims of the Khmer Rouge regime, which by emptying the towns destroyed their culinary traditions too.

If you are in for experiencing the “real deal” come to this historic spot, but expect to pay significantly more than in other restaurants. To reach this restaurant walk south down St. 107. Before you hit St. 182, you’ll notice a little alley on your right. Enter the passageway, and you’ll see the eatery.

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Activities

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Leisure

Betelnut Jeep Tours

10am-6pm

Daytrips to Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre with exclusive access.

1, St.258.

(at Lazy Gecko Café)

K10 012 619 924

Blazing Trails

7am-4pm

Guided tours on automatic quad bikes.

Discover the charms of rural Cambodia.

200m before the Killing Fields.

DiRECTORY Here you’ll find a range of leisure options. Many of Phnom Penh’s bars and restaurants also hold regular events such as quiz nights, pool competitions, art exhibitions and so on - check the What’s On section of our website for more information.

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012 676 381 Cambodian Country Club

7days| |

Varied sports and leisure facilities (pony club, swimming, tennis, badminton...)

St.2004.

Cambo Cruise

023 885 591 Please call

Western owned and operated river cruises with daily trips to Silk Island and sunset cruises on the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers.

Fully stocked bar and all you can eat BBQ buffet available on all trips. Free pickup in (Ad pg 61) central Phnom Penh.

Phnom Penh Port, Sisowath Quay.

E8 092 290 077 www.cambocruise.com

Cambodian Eagles (AFL Club) Please check our website www.cambodianeagles.com for training schedule.

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Cambodia Golf & Country Club

6am-6pm

Cambodia’s premier golf course near PP and popular with the Cambodian elite.

Route 4, 35km SW of PP.

023 363 666 Cambodia Motorcycle Adventures

where you see this logo, these outlets accept visa cards for payment

Please call

Motorcycle day tours starting from $85. www.cambodiamotorcycleadventures.com

017 768 624

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Central School of Ballet

Mon-Thur: 4-9pm, Sat=9:30am-2pm

Providing quality ballet courses for adults and children. Apply now!

10, St.183, entrance St.406.

City Golf

R4 078 780 233 7am-9pm|

Driving range and 9-hole pitch & putt, but you should bring your own clubs.

1, St.273 (Tuol Kork).

088 888 6161 Dancing Roads Tours 7am-9:30pm

Varied dirt bike tours for all abilities from beginner to expert. Call for details.

66C, St.368.

012 822 803 Fencing Federation of Cambodia

Mon-fri:7am-8pm, Sat-Sun:6am-6pm

Enjoy the western, elite and Olympic sport here in the Cambodian capital.

35B, St.298.

M5 015 916 646

(4th floor)

Kambol Kart Raceway

9am-6pm

Cambodia’s first and only go-kart track.

A little out of town but worth the trip.

Highway 4 (Kambol Village) (8km west of PP airport)

Kids City Asia

012 232 332

8am-9pm| |

Indoor “edutainment” venue with sports centre, recreation centre and more.

162A, Sihanouk Blvd.

Monkey Business

M7 012 523 218

M-F=10am-6pm, S-S=9am-8pm|

Indoor children’s party venue. Fun for kids and the young at heart. Wi-Fi too.

16, St.370.

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Punlok Thmey Tours

Education & Courses

8am-5pm|

A Training Program of the Hard Places.

Phnom Penh city tours with local guides.

Cambodia Cooking Class

129, st 432

Learn to prepare delicious traditional Cambodian dishes. Full day for $23.

N/A 078 98 3636

Red Raid Cambodia

8am-5:30pm

Motorcycle tour specialist in Cambodia with a range of itineraries to suit all levels of skill.

31, St.302.

N8 012 851 776

Royal Cambodia Phnom Penh Golf Club 6am-7pm Golf club popular with locals and expatriates alike, situated on the outskirts of PP. National Road 4.

Scuba Nation Dive Center

starts 9am|

67, St.240.

La Table Khmère Cooking School

9am-11pm|

Morning classes ($20) and afternoon classes ($19). Includes a market trip.

11E, St.278.

Certified Elite2 Instructor. One StrokeFolkart - Tole painting technique.

174, St.454.

18, Sothearos Blvd. (also at

H9

012 715 785(PP), 012 604 680(SV) www.divecambodia.com

Vicious Cycle (The)

7am-7pm|

Bicycle tours around various parts of Cambodia from half a day to 25 days.

29, St.130.

G8 016 337 363

Phnom Penh Tourist Maps

are the best way to locate where to shop, drink, dine, relax and party throughout the city!

M8 012 238 068

One Stroke Decorative Painting Classes

Cambodia’s only 5-Star PADI IDC Centre offering dive packages with courses, day trips and liveaboards to the islands. All with food, equipment and custom-made dive boats.

Morachai Guesthouse, Sihanoukville)

L8 012 524 801

X4 092 619 948

General Entertainment Apsara Arts Association

7:30am-10:30, 2-5pm, Closed Sun

Traditional dance, music and theatre with performances Saturday at 6:30pm.

71, St.598 (Toul Kork).

012 857 424

Bophana Center

8am-noon, 2-5:30pm (Mon-Fri only)

Audiovisual centre with documentary material from France and Cambodia.

64, St.200.

J7 023 992 174

Chaktomuk Theatre

4-11pm, weekends=1:30-11pm|

Theatre with traditional Cambodian entertainment including shadow puppets.

Sisowath Quay N of St.240.

K10 023 725 119

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Cambodian Living Arts

Mekong Flower Tour Boat

6am-6pm|

Traditional Dance Show, every Monday to Saturday at the National Museum. This season, the hour-long program showcases 8 classical and folk dances from around Cambodia, including the famous Apsara.

Enjoy sightseeing with floating village, silk village, plantation fields and more.

8am-5:30pm (office)| |

128GI, Sothearos Blvd.

H9 017 998 570

Feel Good Studio

10am-8pm|

Drop in, beginner yoga, dance, pilates, meditation and art therapy classes.

79, St.136.

Flicks Community Movie House

Mon-Fri=16:00–23:30

Sat-Sun=09:30–23:30| Blockbusters and classics on big screen in comfy AC rooms for $3.50 per day.

1: 39b, St. 95; 2: 90, St. 136 3: 8, St. 258.

S6 Q8

Institut Francais du Cambodge

7am-8:30pm|

Cinema, library, French and Khmer language school & an AC restaurant.

218, St.184.

J7 023 213 124

Legend Cinema 9:45am-11:45pm| Phnom Penh’s largest int’l standard cinema showing the latest movies.

City Mall (Monireth Blvd) also at TK Avenue

J4 093 300 400

Librairie Paris 9am-7pm (Tue-Sat)| An extensive library of French-language books and other audio-visual media.

218, St.184. (Institut Francais du Cambodge)

012 432 268

PP Cultural Center 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm|

Theatre facilities. Also available for wedding receptions, exhibitions, shows etc. cnr Mao Tse Tung & Monireth

O1 023 883 050

F8 078 888 773

Sisowath Quay.

Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue 8:30am-4:30pm| Center Take an exciting behind the scenes tour with Wildlife Alliance staff!

Takeo Province

095 970 175

Platinum Cineplex

9am-11:30pm| |

See the latest Hollywood / Asian releases.

St.63, inside Sorya Shopping Centre

017 666 210

Sovanna Phum Arts Association

Mon-Thur= 8am-5pm Fri/Sat only= 7:30am-5pm

Khmer classical dance, drums, shadow puppets, live music orchestra and more.

166, St.99.

S6 012 837 056

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FAMiLY ACTiViTiES

A family affair While Phnom Penh is predominantly an adults’ playground, there are plenty of attractions that are fun for the whole family. From playparks to movies to ice-skating to laser tag, it’s all here.

As tourism continues to shape its landscape an increasing number of parents are enjoying the emerging market aimed at them and their kids.

From a lazy day by one of the many hotel swimming pools and taking a stroll along the riverside for ice-cream, to catching the latest film at the flicks and stepping back in time at the arcades, Phnom Penh has it all.

Family friendly The Shop Too is a green island in the midst of the Tuol Kork. It is the perfect safe haven for families with children thanks to hundreds of square meters of green garden space. To keep the energy levels at full tilt they offer a large choice of pizzas, weekly BBQ’s and seafood specials.

Kids City is one of the latest facilities to open its doors in the city, setting the pace for the wave that will inevitably follow. The indoor entertainment centre on Sihanouk Blvd is a hive of activity and excitement spread over 11 levels of fun. Inside the colourful centre, youngsters can take part in a series of sports, including ice-skating and a climbing wall, play laser tag, enjoy the playground and discover the world in the Science Zone. While the kids are enjoying themselves,

parents can keep busy browsing the designer stores inside or take a break in the onsite Gloria Jean’s Coffees or Blue Pumpkin cafés.

For a different perspective on the city, take a trip down Phnom Penh’s Kids City

Tonle Sap river with Cambo Cruise.

Their Silk Island lunch cruise offers a buffet lunch and tour of Silk Island while their sunset dinner cruise features live music, a buffet dinner and plenty of atmosphere as you drift along the tranquil Tonle Sap. Take a step back in time and relive those forgotten roller disco days at the capital’s roller-skating rink, which sits on the top floor of Sorya Shopping Centre (corner of St. 63 and 142). Also offering staggering views of the capital, the open-air rink has ramps and jumps for kids to test their skills on. The games

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Legend Cinema

arcade next door also provides endless hours of entertainment, and there is a whole floor dedicated to Cambodian food and drinks where you can replenish your energy after a session on the rink.

Make the most of the dry season and take a leisurely stroll along Sisowath Quay, also known as the riverside. The picturesque lawns outside The Royal Palace are always full of Khmer families feeding the flocks of pigeons there so why not buy a bag of seeds from one of the many sellers and join in the fun. A little further up the riverside is Blue Pumpkin, which is famous across Cambodia for its delicious ice cream so be sure to stop and try it.

A sunset cruise is the perfect way for a family to end a day and there are plenty of boats offering trips and tours throughout the day and night, with most guesthouses and hotels able to arrange tickets. As well as offering sunset, dinner and apsara dance cruises, Kanika Restaurant-Bar (a uniquely designed catamaran) runs a lunchtime cruise with an 11 course, all-you-can-eat, Asian-style buffet.

Leaving from the Port, north of town, the cruise passes the Royal Palace and continues on to the capital’s largest bridge, The Japanese Bridge.

Family film time is also an option, with Phnom Penh now home to several multiplex cinemas. Platinum Cineplex, on the fifth floor of Sorya Shopping Centre, screens the latest movies in 2D and some in 3D format. Legend Cinema opened in 2011 on the third floor of City Mall Shopping Centre, near Olympic Stadium, and also boasts a screen at TK Avenue, a boutique mall in Toul Kork. TK Avenue also boasts several boutique stores and restaurants and is becoming a popular recreational venue especially among the younger Khmer crowd.

On the outskirts of Phnom Penh, Kingdom Resort offers an entertaining water park for the kids featuring multiple water-slides, swings and state of the art play equipment. Adults can peacefully occupy themselves with the relaxing spa and sauna while the kids run riot out of sight and out of mind.

Last but not least, Aeon Mall—a Western-style, massive shopping centre—brings you a host of international brands via clothing stores, household goods, restaurants and a great range of leisure activities for all the family to enjoy including ten-pin bowling, a 4D cinema, laser tag, ice skating and games arcade.

Cambo Cruise

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SPORTiNG ACTiViTiES

Time for action Don’t let the heat stop you from enjoying some good, healthy fun!

In fact, much of Phnom Penh’s best sporting activities take place in comfortable, air-conditioned indoors; so let’s get moving!

Phnom Penh’s sporting community continues to expand, with each season introducing an array of new and exciting team and individual sports with which players of all skill levels can get involved.

Ultimate Frisbee is one such group sport that’s bound to leave you simultaneously breathless and energised.

It’s a mixed gender, no-contact sport that’s run by the Phnom Penh Ultimate Association, who encourage local and international players of all ages to join. Also on Tuesdays & Thursdays is Phnom Penh Dodgeball, which involves all of the fun and significantly less mishaps than its film namesake.

It kicks off at 7:30pm both days at #13 St. 456 in Toul Tom Pong (Russian Market area).

For rock-climbing enthusiasts, Phnom Climb Community Gym on St. 460 (South of Russian Market) offers several walls with varying degrees of difficulty (including muscle-busting overhangs) suitable for climbers of all levels. The venue is open Mondays to Saturdays. Climbs are also possible at the multi-use climbing wall at Kids City.

Incorporating a Clip ‘n’ Climb system, a variety of walls and routes to meet the needs of everyone, from first-time to experienced climbers, are available.

If you are a speed demon, Kids City also offers the opportunity for families Kids City

to spend a day go-karting on a well-built indoor track, but for the more adventurous daredevils the Kambol Kart Raceway offers a professional circuit in a rural setting just outside of Phnom Penh . Regular kart hire is available at $12 for ten minutes on what is a fun and testing track.

A favourite activity for fun-seekers of all ages in the capital is the Ice Park in Aeon Mall, which enables locals and expats to enjoy the thrill of ice skating and the cold. The Ice

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BlueO Cambodia

Park is the first indoor snow and ice themed entertainment center in Cambodia and offers a 1,000 square-metre ice-rink. In a story reminiscent of the film Cool Runnings, ice hockey has made a surprising debut in the Kingdom, with ambitious preparations to get a team ready for the 2017 SEA Games. The Cambodian Hockey League, who for the past eight years have been playing ball hockey in Cambodia are driving the plans and weekly training sessions on Monday evenings are now taking place on the Aeon Ice Rink.

Aeon Mall offers other activities for the action inclined. Challenge your family or friends to a game of bowling at BlueO Cambodia, probably the only bowling alley in the Kingdom.

Or you can enjoy the thrill of shooting your friends with laser guns at the Laser Tag Arena.

A selection of Kun Khmer, Bokator, Yutakhun Khom and other traditional martial arts abound in Cambodia. For those who wish to get their hands a little dirty, the Cambodian Mixed Martial Arts Association (MMA) offer coaching and conditioning courses in a wide

range of martial arts by professional instructors. Learn the ancient art of Kun Khmer at Paddy’s Fight Club or try your hands at Krav Maga at Prokout Fitness & Fight Center.

If you are interested in learning traditional Apsara dancing or getting fit and fighting with one of Cambodia’s leading MMA fighters Chan Rothana, try out the Selapak Centre in Phnom Penh.

You’ll also find a huge range of gyms at which you can pummel and punch to your heart’s desire, without the need to sign up for specific courses.

Of course, boxing is just as much a spectator sport in Cambodia’s capital.

Back-to-back live Khmer boxing matches take place at CTN Arena every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm.

They’re open to the public and free of charge for both locals and visitors.

The Cambodian Basketball League is a private competition organised by the ten teams involved. The best basketball players and teams of the Kingdom compete for the CBL title every year at the Tiffy Arena, but games are played every Saturday at Chroy Changvar, with free entrance.

Kambol Kart Raceway

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Welcome to Phnom Penh, capital of The Kingdom of Wonder. Now that you are here you may want to know your options if you’re planning to leave the country by air.

Phnom Penh International Airport has internet access, duty free products, a bookshop, cafés and more for your convenience. Please check with the airline or a travel agent for up-to-date schedules and pricing as these are subject to change at short notice.

From most areas of Phnom Penh you can get a taxi to the airport for around $10. Alternatively if you’re travelling light a tuk tuk costs around $8 and a moto taxi around $5. Be ready to negotiate and note that the fare may go up for multiple passengers. Please check if you need a visa ahead of time before heading to your destination.

DEPARTURES

PHNOM PENH iNTERNATiONAL AiRPORT Oct ’16 - Jan ’17 AIRLINE

DESTINATION DATE

TIME

AIRASIA Kuala Lumpur Daily

16:45

Bangkok Daily

08:25

Bangkok Daily

17:05

ASIANA AIRLINES Seoul Daily 23:50 BANGKOK AIRWAYS Bangkok Daily

06:15

Bangkok Daily

10:30

T|W 13:20 Bangkok

Bangkok Daily

15:40

Bangkok Daily

19:30

Please note this schedule may change during the lifetime of the publication so please check with the airline or travel agency Source: 5 Oceans Travel, 147 St. 51, Phnom Penh www.5oceanscambodia.com

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Destinations by air DEPARTURES

PHNOM PENH iNTERNATiONAL AiRPORT Oct ’16 - Jan ’17 AIRLINE

DESTINATION DATE

TIME

CAMBODIA ANGKOR AIR HCMC (Saigon) Daily 07:20 HCMC (Saigon) Daily 16:50 HCMC (Saigon) Daily 20:30 M|TH|SUN 08:40 Guangzhou Shanghai M|W|F|S 18:10 CHINA AIRLINES Taipei M|W|TH|SUN 18:30 TH|SUN 12:55 CHINA EASTERN Nanning

Shanghai Daily

00:15

CHINA SOUTHERN Beijing Daily 08:00

Guangzhou Daily

08:00

Guangzhou Daily

14:30

DRAGON AIR Hong Kong

T|TH|S|SUN 11:25

Hong Kong

W|F|SUN 18:15

Hong Kong

M|T|TH|S 19:00

EVA AIR

Taipei Daily 12:45

JETSTAR ASIA Singapore Daily

15:10

KOREAN AIR Seoul Daily 23:40 LAO AIRLINES Vientiane Daily

17:50

MALAYSIAN AIRLINES Kuala Lumpur Daily

11:10

Kuala Lumpur Daily

17:10

M|W|F|S|SUN 09:35 SILK AIR Singapore

Singapore

T|TH 12:20

Singapore

M|F|SUN 14:00

W|F 18:10 Singapore THAI AIRWAYS Bangkok Daily 10:00

Bangkok Daily

20:20

VIETNAM AIRLINES HCMC (Saigon) Daily

14:15

Hanoi Daily 17:50

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Overland Crossings Border Crossings

THAILAND Poipet

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Smach

Anlong Veng

Poipet

(aranyaprathet)

Visa waiver available* open 7am-8pm, 2-3 hours from Siem Reap by bus or taxi

Siem Reap

Duanlem

Duanlem

Pailin

(ban laem)

Visa waiver available* open 7am-8pm 8-10 hours from Phnom Penh by bus or taxi

Pailin (ban pakard)

Ko Kong

Visa waiver available* open 7am-8pm 8-10 hours from Phnom Penh by bus or taxi

Phnom Penh

PLEASE NOTE: Road conditions and border opening times are subject to change. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to check with a travel agent before you depart. Some crossings are best accessed through Phnom Penh, even though Siem Reap is closser to the border in some cases.

Taxis also available around markets - ask your hotel/guesthouse to arrange for you.

Prek Chak

Ko Kong (had lek)

Visa waiver available* open 7am-8pm, 6-8 hours from Phnom Penh by bus or taxi

Gulf of Thailand

O’smach

Anlong Veng

(chong jom)

Visa waiver available* open 7am-8pm 8-10 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

(chong sa ngam)

LAOS

Visa waiver available* 8-10 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

Dom Kralor (voeung kham)

Dom Kralor

Lao visa not available open 8am-5pm, 8-10 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

O’Yadao

O’yadao (le thanh)

Vietnamese visa not available open 8am-5pm, 12 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

Trapeang Phlong (xa mat)

Vietnamese visa not available 6-8 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

Bavet (moc bai)

Trapeang Phlong

VIETNAM

Vietnamese visa not available open 9am-5pm, 3 hours from Phnom Penh by bus or taxi

Kaam Samnor

Bavet

(ving xuong)

Kaam Samnon

Vietnamese visa not available open 9am-5pm; 3-4 hours from Phnom Penh by bus or taxi AND boat

Prek Chak

Phnom Den

Vietnamese visa not available open 7am-6pm, 3 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

Vietnamese visa not available open 7am-8pm, 3-4 hours from Phnom Penh by taxi

(ha tien)

(tinh bien)

TRAVEL

Jump aboard Boasting an abundance of beaches, jungles, mountains, lakes and temples galore, Cambodia is a country just waiting to be explored.

Nowadays there’s almost nowhere you can’t get to.

Travel is cheap for the most part, and all major destinations are accessible from Phnom Penh. Why not get going?

The temple town of Siem Reap is top on everyone’s list. Buses leave Phnom Penh hourly between 6.30am and 2.30pm. Giant Ibis and Mekong Express are popular choices, offering Wi-Fi and A/C. The journey takes between 5 and 8 hours and tickets start at about $10. A taxi takes five hours and costs upward of $65.

Night buses to Siem Reap with Giant Ibis depart at 10:30pm, 11.00pm, and 11:30pm and takes about 6.5 hours.

Beach lovers should head south to Sihanoukville, especially the popular Otres beach and the smattering of idyllic islands off the coast. Buses, with faster minivans available, depart hourly and take between 3 and 6 hours. Tickets start at $5. Taxis cost about $50.

Nearby Kep and Kampot are sleepy neighbouring towns offering a slice of tranquility. Kampot boasts a relaxing riverside setting while the even smaller town of Kep, which is 30 minutes away

by bus, is a quiet seaside resort. Both are accessible by bus from Phnom Penh, which depart regularly between 7am and 2.45pm and take between 3 and 5 hours. Tickets start at $5. Taxis cost about $40.

Giant Ibis

Artistic Battambang in the North West is also worth visiting. Morning buses depart hourly from Phnom Penh. Tickets cost upward of $6 and taxis cost about $60.

The jungle and mountains of Mondulkiri in the North East are starting to feature on tourists’ radars and are accessible within a 6 to 7 hour bus journey or 5 hour taxi ride.

Minibuses depart from Phnom Penh in the morning and cost $12. A taxi will cost about $80.

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Bus travel Cambodia’s road network has improved dramatically in the last few years and the main tourist cities and many provincial capitals are easily accessible by bus. Here’s an overview of your options.

All of the companies listed here use air-con buses of generally good quality. Some also offer TV, snacks, water and an onboard toilet. The route from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap is now also covered by some companies using Ford Transit minibuses which offer a quicker service though they lack the onboard amenities of the larger buses.

Giant Ibis

Phnom PenhqSiem Reap / Kampot / Sihanoukville / HCMC Includes: Wi-Fi, snack, drink, cold towel, TV, toilet (night bus only)

Capitol Tour

Phnom PenhqSiem Reap / Battambang / Poipet / Kampot / Sihanoukville / Kampong Cham Includes: Nothing

Mekong Express

Phnom PenhqSiem Reap/ Battambang / Poipet / Ho Chi Minh / Bangkok Includes: Wi-Fi, TV, snack, drink, cold towel, toilet

Mini vans

Rith Mony

Phnom PenhqMost provinces in Cambodia / Bangkok Includes: TV

Sokha KOMAR TEP

Phnom PenhqSiem Reap Includes: Wi-Fi, TV, cold towel

Sorya Transport

Phnom PenhqMost provinces in Cambodia Includes: TV, toilet

Virak Buntham Express

Phnom PenhqSiem Reap / Banteay Meanchey / Koh Kong / Sihanoukville / Ho Chi Minh / Bangkok Includes: TV, drink, toilet

Mey Hong Transport Seila Angkor Express Neak Krohorm Travel Phnom PenhqSiem Reap/ Phnom PenhqSiem Reap Phnom PenhqSiem Reap Sihanoukville Incl: Nothing Includes: Nothing Incl: Drink, cold towel Tickets can usually be arranged by your hotel or guesthouse, though you can also buy them directly from the bus companies - please see our listings for contact details.

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DAY TRiPS

What lies beyond With plenty of places to explore on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, escaping the hustle and bustle of city life couldn’t be easier. Get yourself out of town to see so much more.

If you plan on spending a few days in Phnom Penh and fancy venturing outside the heartbeat of the city then fear not because there are plenty of day trips to keep you busy.

If it’s fresh air you’re craving, unparalleled 360-degree views of the capital and surrounding countryside, with a bit of history thrown in, then Oudong is the perfect place to start. Situated about an hour west of Phnom Penh, off Route 5, sits the remains of the former capital. Now abandoned, the once royal city of Oudong was the capital from the early 17th century until 1866 when it relocated to Phnom Penh. A return journey costs about $30 by private taxi or $20 for a tuk tuk.

For something on the wild side then take a trip to Phnom Tamao.

Located about 45km south of Phnom Penh, the zoological park and wildlife rescue centre is home to more than 96 species of birds, mammals and reptiles, including those confiscated from traffickers or saved from the clutches of poachers. In total, there are more than 1,000 animals including

elephants, wolves and the world’s largest captive collection of pileated gibbons and Malayan sun bears.

A boat tour is a fun way to discover outside Phnom Penh, with Cambo Cruise Oudong

one of the best choices available.

Westerned owned, they offer both lunchtime and sunset cruises to the beautiful Silk Island, with free pickup from your hotel and 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Tonle Bati is another sight worth seeing. The small lake is about 30km south of Phnom Penh and is a popular weekend destination with locals, who flock there to relax, picnic and fish.

Phnom Chisor, sits 20 minutes south of the lake at the peak of a mountain with 461 steps to climb.

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Airlines

Your A-Z

Travel

Air tickets can usually be purchased or changed at a travel agent or online, but if you need to get in touch with an airline directly you’ll find their contact details here. Please see our “DESTINATIONS BY AIR” feature for current flight schedules

AirAsia 8:30am-5:30pm Room T6, Phnom Penh Airport. www.airasia.com 023 890 035 Asiana Airlines

DiRECTORY

Like most good things your time here will eventually come to an end.

So if you’re heading out of town, here you should find all you need for air, land or water travel.

Legend

Bangkok Airways 8am-5:30pm| | 61A, St.214.

K7 www.bangkokair.com 023 971 771 Bassaka Air 8am-5:30pm| 335, Sihanouk Blvd.

M5 www.bassaka-air.com 023 217 613

Cambodia Angkor Air

8am-5:30pm

Air Conditioning Credit Cards Opening Times Map Reference

The national airline of Cambodia, operating domestic flights between PP, SR and Sihanoukville as well as international flights to Bangkok, HCMC, Shanghai and Guangzhou.

Contents Airlines

76

bus companies

77

insurance services

78

taxi, tuk tuk services

78

motorcycle rental/repair 79 car rental

8am-noon, 1-5pm| | Phnom Penh International Airport. www.us.flyasiana.com 023 890 441

80

travel agents/tour operators 81

where you see this logo, these outlets accept visa cards for payment

023 6666 786

www.cambodiaangkorair.com Cambodia Bayon Airlines

8am-5:30pm N/A Vatanak Building 16 floor. www.bayonairlines.com 023 231 555

China Airlines 32, Norodom Blvd. www.china-airlines.com

8am-5:30pm

H7 023 222 059

China Southern Air

8:30am-noon, 2-4:30pm| | 53, Monivong Blvd.

O1 www.cs-air.com 023 430 877

Dragon Air 8am-noon, 1-5pm| | 12-14C, MonirethBlvd.

O1 www.dragonair.com 023 424 300 Eva Air Suite 11-14B, St.205. www.evaair.com

8am-4:30pm|

O2 023 219 911

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JetStar Asia

8am-5pm (closed Sun)| | 333B, Monivong Blvd.

G6 www.jetstarasia.com 023 220 909

Korean Air 8am-12pm, 1-5pm| | 254, Monivong Blvd.

L8 www.koreanair.com 023 224 047 Lao Airlines 8-11:30am, 1:30-5pm| 171, Sorthearos Blvd.

O9 www.laoairlines.com 023 222 956 Malaysia Airlines 35-37, St.214.

8am-5pm| |

L7

www.malaysiaairlines.com 023 218 923

Shanghai Airlines 8am-5pm| | 53, Monivong Blvd. (PPenh Hotel) E7 www.shanghai-air.com 023 723 999 Silk Air 8am-5pm, Sat=8am-12pm| | 2-4A, St.217 www.silkair.net

023 988 629

Thai Airways

8am-4:30pm, Sat=8am-12pm| | Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

P1 www.thaiairways.com 023 214 360

Vietnam Airlines

8am-noon, 1:30-4:30pm| 41, St.214.

K7 www.vietnamairlines.com 023 990 840

Bus Companies

Giant Ibis

6:30am-9pm

Travel in modern 2012 buses around Cambodia. Comfortable reclining seats, spacious leg room, Wifi internet, free snacks, pick-up service.

3, St.106. (Ad pg 73) www.giantibis.com

Mekong Express

2020, Road 5.

F8 023 999 333 5am-11:30pm| |

023 427 518 Mey Hong Transport Co.,Ltd

6am-9pm 213, St.289, Kan Toul Kork. 092 411 611

Rith Mony Bus Service

24, St.108.

6am-10pm

017 525 388

Seila Angkor Express

6:30am-6:30pm|

13B, St.47.

023 697 1888 Sok Sokha Express 7am-6pm 87B, St.102.

017 545 151 Siem Reap Angkor Express

5:30am-7:30pm 63, St.261.

012 789 531 Sorya Transport Co. 24 hours| Central bus station.

023 210 359 Virak Buntham Express 24 hours| St. 106 at Sisowath Quay. 088 666 6449

Insurance Services

Central bus station is near Central Market though many companies depart from Sisowath Quay near the ferry port.

See page 70 for more information.

AG Insurance

CamboTicket

Health insurance specialist with int’l health coverage adapted to your needs.

Cambodia’s first online ticket booking website, partnering with major bus companies across the Kingdom.

Visit www.camboticket.com for details.

Capitol Tours

6am-9pm| |

14A, St.182. (corner St.107.)

012 404 650

GST Bus 5:30am-9pm St.142, the west of Sorya Mall.

012 300 165

9am-noon, 2-6pm (closed w/ends)|

313, Sisowath Quay.

(Hotel Cambodiana)

K10 023 998 018

Asia Insurance

8am-noon, 1-5pm (closed Sun)|

General insurance company offering a wide range of insurance services.

5, St.13.

H8 023 427 981

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Forte Insurance

8am-5:30pm, Sat=8am-noon|

General insurance company offering a wide range of insurance services.

325, Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

I1 023 885 066

Great Wall Taxi

24 hours|

Another addition to the capital’s metered taxi services.

St, 77BT.

070 941 951 Royal Cambodian Limousine Service

8am-5:30pm|

Infinity Insurance

Stylish transport solutions for hotels, embassies, luxury tour operators...

General insurance company offering a wide range of insurance services.

St.110.

8am-noon, 1:30-5:30pm|

126, Norodom Blvd.

M8 012 800 001

People & Partners Insurance (Ad pg 79)

8:30am-5:30pm

A broad range of insurance services covering property, motor, construction, health, personal accident, marine and more.

38, St.322.

O7 023 217 878 / 1800 219 878

www.peoplenpartners.com

49, St.107

59i, St.13.

H8 023 212 841

Taxi/Tuk Tuk Services You’ll find shared taxis to the provinces at Central, Orussey and Olympic markets, depending on your destination.

098 350 909

Taxi Vantha

24 hours

Taxis serving Phnom Penh and beyond. Best to agree the fare when you book.

172-174, St.143.

S6 012 855 000

Motorcycle Rental/Repair

8:30am-5:30pm (closed Sun), Sat=8am-noon|

Our specialists provide solutions and services concerning a variety of insurances.

24 hours

Phnom Penh’s newest metered taxi service using energy-saving hybrid cars.

Poe-ma Insurance

I7 078 999 838

Taxi Rouge

Angkor Motorcycles

7:30am-6:30pm|

Motorcycles for rent and sale at reasonable prices. Visa services available too.

92, St.51.

I7 012 722 098

The Bike Shop

8am-5:30pm

Popular metered taxi service offering roughly similar rates to GMT (see below).

The most professional place for dirt bike and mountain bike rental & tours, repairs and spare parts. Quality service. Western management.

31, St.302.

Choice Taxi

24 hours|

023 888 023, 090 882 882

Global Meter Taxi

24 hours

Metered taxis with rates from (4000R) US$1 for the first 2 kilometres.

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023 210 407

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N7 012 851 776

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Dara Motorbike

8am-6pm|

Motos 69

8am-6pm

Service, spare parts and accessories, with the main focus on off-road bikes.

Road and dirt bikes of various sizes for sales and rental. Service facilities available too.

31, St 302.

299, St.182.

Flying Bikes

G9 012 335 499 8:30am-5pm

New! New!

J3 016 557 725 7am-7pm|

Popular, Cambodian-run shop offering off-road motorcycle sales and service.

Motorcycles for rent and sale at reasonable prices. Visa services available too.

8, St.114.

417, Monivong Blvd.

F7 023 210 765

Grease Monkeys

9am-6pm

Sales, rental and servicing of most models.

62, St.51.

G8 012 555 496

Lucky! Lucky! 7:30am-6:30pm| | Motorcycles for rent and sale at reasonable prices. Visa services available too.

413, Monivong Blvd. also at St.130 nr Central Market.

J6

023 212 788

Riverside Moto

K6 012 855 488 7:30am-5:30pm|

Motorcycles for rent and sale at reasonable prices. Visa services available too.

33, St.130.

Sok Heng

F8 023 631 9035 7am-5pm

Khmer-operated service and repair shop favoured by many Western expatriates.

16R, St.252.

N6 012 947 716

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Car Rental

TWO - Two Wheels Only

7:45am-6pm, closed Sun

Western owned and managed shop offering bike sales, service, restorations and rentals.

Now in new premises one street behind the old place, with a café/boozer too.

34C, St.376.

(near Tuol Sleng Museum)

Vay’s

Q6 012 200 513

6am-6pm, closed Sun

Lomg established shop offering motorcycle sales and service. Visas too.

177, St.110.

F7 023 720 288

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Self-drive car rental is rare in Cambodia.

If you do rent a car make sure you’re clear on what your insurance policy covers.

Avis Cambodia

8am-5.30pm

Self-drive or chauffeured car rental with daily, weekly, monthly and yearly options.

46, St.322.

O8 078 666 577

Boat Operators Seven companies operate boats to Siem Reap, sharing the schedule between them. Tickets can be purchased from travel agents and cost around US$30.

Cambo Cruise

Please call

Western owned and operated river cruises with daily trips to Silk Island and sunset cruises on the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers.

Fully stocked bar and all you can eat BBQ buffet available on all trips. Free pickup in central Phnom Penh. (Ad pg 81) Phnom Penh Port, Sisowath Quay.

E8 092 290 077 www.cambocruise.com

Compagnie Fluviale du Mekong

8am-noon, 1:30-5:30pm

Full day discovery trips between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Call for details.

023 216 070

Travel Agents/ Tour Operators 5 Oceans

8am-noon, 2-5:30pm| |

Well established, full-service travel agent providing inter-national ticketing, visa services and more. Popular with expats.

147, St.51.

L8 023 221 537

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AirAsia Travel & Service Centres

8:30am-9pm| |

Introducing our AirAsia Travel & Service Centres (ATSC) across Asia!

179, Sisowath Quay.

G9 023 983 777

(next to Burger King)

Asian Trails 8am-noon, 2-6pm| | Long-established, French-owned tour operator covering many Asian countries.

22, St.294.

P7 023 216 555

Charming Cambodia

8am-noon,1pm-5pm

Full service travel agent tour operator offering a wide range of travel services.

29C,Tek Thla, near Plaza market.

O6 023 801 018

Destination Asia

8am-noon, 2-6pm|

Tour operator offering “destination management for travel connoisseurs”.

3, St.228.

L8 023 215 761

Diethelm Travel

8am-noon,1:30-5:30pm| |

Experienced, multilingual travel experts providing a tailor-made travel service.

65, St.240.

M6 023 219 151

Exotissimo

8am-noon, 1:30-5:30pm| |

Established company offering tailor-made journeys through Indochina and beyond.

66, Norodom Blvd.

Intra Co.

H7 023 218 948 8am-5:30pm | |

Long-established, full service travel agent.

Flights, visas, hotel bookings and more.

23, St.118.

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Siem Reap Travelling to...

If you’re planning a trip to Siem Reap, here you will find the inside track on your available transport options: BUS National Route 6 has been upgraded and now makes for a super smooth and comfortable journey. Several bus companies ply the route, with prices ranging from $5 to $13. The journey takes around 6 hours. Morning buses leave between 6:30-9am and lunchtime buses around 12:30-2pm.

BOAT Once the most popular choice of transport, there are now better options, given major improvements to the roads in recent years. At $30+ it’s relatively expensive and the view can quickly become monotonous. If you do choose the boat, wear plenty of sunscreen if you sit on the roof, and take a pair of earplugs to drown out the noise of the engine. Boats leave from the Phnom Penh ferry port around 7am and journey time jetty-to-jetty is around 6 hours.

TAXI Fuel prices have come down recently, making a taxi a good choice, especially if you’re in a group of 3-4 people. The journey takes around 5 hours. You should be able to get a car for yourself for between $60 and $80 depending on what time of day you want to leave (mornings are generally cheaper as the driver has the chance to find a return fare back to Phnom Penh). You also have the option to stop en route as and when you choose. Ask your hotel or guesthouse to arrange this for you.

PLANE The quickest but by far the most expensive option, the flight to Siem Reap takes around an hour. At the time of writing there are three airlines flying the route (Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Bayon Airlines and Bassaka Air) with prices ranging from $35 to $90 one way inclusive of taxes. And remember you’ll need a taxi into Siem Reap town from the airport, costing $5.

TRAIN Contrary to some beliefs, there is no passenger railway service to Siem Reap. So if anyone tries to sell you a train ticket, don’t buy it. Train service in the country resumed on April this year to connect Phnom Penh with the coast. Unfortunately, Siem Reap is still not reachable by this mode of transportation. Take a bus.

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TRAVEL

Sun, sea and sand SIHANOUKVILLE

To escape the citys sizzling heat, head down to Sihanoukville, the laidback epicentre of Cambodia.

While Serendipity Beach’s popularity continues to rise among backpackers, the beautiful Otres Beach, south of town, is the ideal spot for a relaxed, family vacation. The southern islands are the place to be if you are looking for the tropical paradise vibe.

airlines operate the route Phnom Penh - Sihanoukville. Cambodia Angkor Air, the state’s flagship carrier, and Chinese-run Bayon Airlines will both land you safely in Snooky.

Sokha Beach

GETTiNG THERE Set less than 200km apart, the journey from the capital to Sihanoukville is relatively painless. By road, one of the most popular options is to take a bus.

Capitol Tours and Sorya are the main players, with tickets that go for $5-6 and a travel time of under 5 hours.

If you are looking for a faster and more comfortable way to cover the distance, consider a mini-bus. Giant Ibis is by far your best bet, with a 4-hour travel time and tickets going for $10, including hotel pickup. Private taxis can be hired for anywhere between $45 and $60. Expect to get there in between 2.5 and 3.5 hours. For shared taxis, seats costa around $7-10 per person.

If you don’t mind having your feet off the ground, you can always fly to the southern touristic spot. Two

A newly available option is to take the train. Train tickets from the capital to Sihanoukville go for just $6.

WHERE TO STAY Sihanoukville has a variety of accommodation ranging from a basic fan room at $5 to a luxurious suite for $250 a night, with several boutique hotels in the $30-60 range. Most are located either downtown, near the bustling Ochheuteal Beach or at Victory Hill. Otres Beach, which sits about 10 minutes away from town is a popular

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option for budget travellers seeking peace and quiet, although the area is rapidly changing as more upmarket accommodation and restaurants set up shop.

ACTiVITiES Sihanoukville is, without a doubt, the water sports capital of Cambodia, with a long list of activities offered to the visitor. Many visit this beach town in search of their scuba diving certification, or to relax with a snorkeling, kayaking or standup paddleboarding session, while others go for jet skiing or flyboard.

Kayaking

FOOD & DRiNK There are numerous expat-owned restaurants that have brought many international culinary delights to the city, including French, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and, of course, Chinese. Restaurants specialising in local food are also widely available.

Sihanoukville is a fishing town where fresh seafood is brought to the market daily in astonishing variety.

Restaurateurs buy fish from the different markets around town and use it in many different dishes, from amok to fish and chips. Make sure you visit one of the city’s many fish markets: you’ll find your favourite seafood, from barracuda and marlin fillets to crabs and squid.

NiGHTLiFE

Countryside tours and trips to the nearby islands are a popular recreational option. A great number of fascinating places lie within a 1-2 hour-ride from town. You can visit the small, charming towns of Kampot and Kep. Steung Hauv, a small fishing community, can be found an hour outside of town. Other day trips include Ream National Park and Tek Chou Waterfall. If you are craving some adrenaline, keep in mind that most of these trips can be done by dirt bike or quad.

When the sun sets over the glistening ocean, Sihanoukville does not go to sleep. Indeed, the city’s nightlife is one of the Kingdom’s richest and most vibrant, and there’s no shortage of bars and nocturnal hangouts. People party in the many bars along the beach, but there are plenty of off-beach places as well, including a string of bars along Serendipity Beach Road. Victory Hill is home to what many consider the city’s official bar street, with more than a dozen hostess and sports bars, although its popularity seems to be on the decline. The downtown and Ochheuteal Beach are also quite popular nocturnal spots, though Otres Beach is becoming increasingly popular. During high season the popular Saturday Night Market

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features stalls, live music and DJs until the early hours. If gambling is your thing, finding a casino in Sihanoukville won’t be a problem. The coastal town boasts 14 gambling venues.

THE iSLANDS The picturesque islands scattered across the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand are some of Cambodia's most pristine spots. None have paved roads, cash machines or 24-hour electricity, plus the internet connection is unreliable at best and the phone signal always wavers. But what the islands lack in amenities they more than make up for in natural beauty. The most popular of the Sihanoukville islands is Koh Rong, 26km off the mainland coast.

Although the island is almost entirely forested, visitors are well rewarded by the crystalline waters and white sandy beaches. Though sparsely populated, the island nonetheless has a wide range of food and accommodation options.

Koh Rong is substantially busier and boasts a markedly more vivid party life than Koh Rong Samloem, the island's smaller neighbour. Koh Rong Samloem is the more up market option with new high end places mushrooming.

Off the shore of Ream National Park sits Koh Thmei, an almost uninhabited island flanked by mangrove forests, where visitors can spend starry nights in environmentally friendly, solar-powered bungalows. Closer to Sihanoukville is Koh Ta Kiev, a small island just an hour offshore with

rustic accommodation and camping options. Snorkelers should head to Koh Kaong Kang/Thass or the uninhabited Koh Koun.

Although none of the islands listed are more than three hours from the mainland, island-hopping off Cambodia’s coast can require patience - getting from one to the other may require going back to shore or hiring a private boat for the journey. A round trip ferry ride between Ochheuteal Beach and Koh Rong/ Koh Rong Samloem will set you back $20.

Island Trips

KAMPOT & KEP

Sunny, peaceful and a few degrees cooler than Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Kampot and Kep are favoured holiday getaways for Cambodia’s city-dwellers.

Kampot, a quiet but happening riverine town, and Kep, a sleepy coastal city, are must-see destinations for any traveller searching for a taste of Cambodia’s South.

GETTiNG THERE From Phnom Penh, National Route 3 takes travellers to Kampot, with buses taking about 4 to 5 hours and costing

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around $5. A private taxi for this same journey will set you back $35, but it will take only 3 hours.

If you are starting off from Sihanoukville, the 80 miles journey to Kampot will take around 1 to 2 hours, with a road in a surprisingly good condition. Expect to pay around $30 to $40 for a private taxi. Shared taxis cost $5 per person, and usually carry six or seven passengers. While there are no proper buses currently, there are several van companies that go between Sihanoukville and Kampot. Kampot Tours and Champa Mekong Tours are

Kep Waterfront the most popular with expats. The trip will cost $5 and take 2 hours. The train - which resumed operations this year - will cover the distance between Sihanoukville and Kampot for $4 to $5.

The quiet seaside resort of Kep is about 30 minutes south of Kampot. The trip is only 25 km and takes between thirty minutes to an hour depending on which type of transport you choose; your options include tuk tuk (around $12 one way), moto ($6), taxi ($20), boat ($9.5) and bus ($3). More adventurous readers might hire a motorbike and

ride the journey instead - this is quite a popular choice especially in the dry months from November onwards.

WHERE TO STAY There are numerous places to stay in Kampot, and they can roughly be divided into two distinctive areas.

The town centre hosts various accommodations that cater for the budget backpacker to the high-end tourist. For a room with a view, there are several guesthouses that sit on the river just out of town and offer the perfect place to kick back and relax (or party, depending on which one you pick).

A room with a twin bed and a shared bathroom can go for as low as $6.

Although much smaller, Kep caters for the medium to high-end tourists, with a good choice of hotels and guesthouses, many of which boast pools to help you cool down after a day of sightseeing.

Kep's accommodation is quite spaced out, and while there are some within easy walking distance of the beach, many of the options are clustered on the hill off the Kampot road, which begins at the 'bus station'. These places deliver excellent sunsets, but the further you go, the more you’ll be relying on transport to get you around.

You’ll find tempting budget options close to town, with some dorm beds and basic rooms. Prices start at around $20 a night.

ACTiVITiES Kampot is home to historic Bokor Mountain, which makes a great day

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Bokor Church trip by motorbike as the road is now in excellent condition all the way.

Kayaking and other water activities are also available and, during high season, a recommended activity is stand-up paddleboarding through the mangroves further upstream. Exploring the surrounding countryside is a must when in Kampot and the best way to do this is hiring a motorbike and hitting the roads.

Despite being laid-back and sleepy, Kep is home to a wealth of activities to enjoy. As well as boasting a beach with white sands, there’s Kep National Park, boat trips, snorkelling and the famous crab market where visitors can enjoy the town’s signature crab and Kampot pepper. Rabbit Island also sits off the coast of Kep and is a 20 minute boat trip away. Other popular activities include Kompong Trach and its caves, which are about 35km northeast of Kep. The limestone caves can be explored and inside sits a huge reclining Buddha and a small lake.

without a taste of the Kep crab.

This blue swimmer crab is specially renowned for its taste in curries.

Options abound when it comes to sampling the gorgeously sweet and meaty crab. Culinary adventurers head straight to the Kep crab market, where they can choose the choicest live catches from vendor’s baskets, haggling down the price before paying a few thousand riel to have them steamed at a nearby stall.

Visitors looking for a more hassle-free dinner will find it in the homey row of restaurants near the market, which all have crab platters as the highlight of the menu. Served still in the shell often with a thick, peppery sauce, diners get to dig into each crab, scooping out the flesh in a messy and satisfying culinary experience.

NiGHTLiFE Kampot is home to several bars, mostly along the river in the town centre, with some of the venue that sit on the river hosting live music at weekends. And while nightlife in Kep is fairly scarce, there are a few bars near the crab market that can get quite lively at nighttime.

Local Food

FOOD & DRiNK Fresh seafood is widely available, with crab, prawns, squid and many types of ocean fish caught fresh daily. No visit to Kep is complete

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Health matters There can be few things as frustrating as waiting months to go on your holiday and then have it ruined by getting sick once you are there.

Cambodia has its fair share of things to make you ill, and many dangers come and go with the seasons. As the wet season persists, you can expect rains to fall hard and fast pretty much every day in the afternoon, but only for an hour or two.

As November rolls around, however, the sun will blaze relentlessly once again.

It’s important to keep yourself healthy during the change of season in order to get the most out of what the city has to offer. Here are a few simple tips you can follow to ensure you’re covered for all occasions and never miss a moment of fun:

NEVER LEAVE HOME WiTHOUT A PONCHO OR UMBRELLA.

ALWAYS CARRY CLEAN WATER WiTH YOU.

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Don’t get caught in the rain! Plastic ponchos are particlarly easy to pack.

If you exercise

4 or sweat a lot, consider drinking an electrolyte

solution once a day. (Watch out: too much ORS becomes a laxative!)

DON’T WALK iNTO FLOODED AREAS.

Debris hidden in the water can cut your feet. Clean cuts with soapy water, apply antibiotic cream, and cover until healed.

2

BE WARY OF HEAT EXHAUSTiON.

If you’re dizzy, have a headache, or get stomach cramps after being in the sun, go to a cool place. Drink extra fluids.

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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM MOSQUiTOS.

Use insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin. Spray permethrin on clothes and linens while not using them (dry thoroughly before wearing). Use screens or mosquito nets.

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DON’T FORGET THE RULES ABOUT FOOD.

Don’t eat undercooked meat. Only eat raw vegetables if they are peeled or washed. Wash your hands frequently and carry hand sanitiser with you.

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STAYiNG SAFE

Simple steps

Here are our top 10 tips to help you make the most out of your trip to Phnom Penh and elsewhere in Cambodia.

1. A gree on a fare with a tuk-tuk or moto driver before setting off on a journey. A tuk-tuk journey should not cost more than $5 to cross the city and a moto no more than $2 (though these fares will increase at night).

2. M any banks charge up to $5 to withdraw cash from ATMs. Some however offer a free service so it is worth checking before taking out money.

3. A s with any city, bag snatches and muggings, especially at night, occasionally occur. Avoid carrying large sums of money and valuables, and keep hold of bags, cameras and valuables when in a tuk-tuk or moto.

4. D o not assume moto or tuk-tuk drivers can read maps or know where they’re going. They will know the names and locations of pagodas, markets or other local landmarks so use them to navigate where possible.

5. There is a general lack of road safety or rules in Cambodia but at night this increases tenfold, with drink-driving and neglect of traffic lights both common occurrences. Only experienced drivers should drive here, especially after dark.

6. It might sound obvious but even on a cloudy day, Cambodia’s heat is relentless so remember to drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen and go Cambodian and take a break during the midday heat. That’s what that hammock is for.

7. If you fall sick or have an accident, it is worth contacting your embassy for advice or asking for a recommendation from your hotel for a reliable local clinic.

8. C ambodian street food is a cheap and tasty way to refuel. Appease any food-poisoning fears by sticking to stalls surrounded by locals, who know when the food is good. To be safe, drink only bottled water.

9. Try to keep your dollar bills neat. Some stores and vendors will refuse notes with even a small tear, especially $100 bills. This doesn’t apply to the Khmer riel.

10. Keep small change on you and don’t expect your tuk-tuk driver or coffee man to have change of anything more than $10.

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Your A-Z

Health & Fitness

where you see this logo, these outlets accept visa cards for payment

Health & Sport Clubs AusFit

6am-9pm| |

Modern gym offering professional service and quality equipment. Rooftop pool.

In Borey Peng Hout star light Sen.

NA

012 810 432 Cambodian Country Club

DiRECTORY

Keeping fit and healthy in Phnom Penh has never been easier - there are plenty of gyms and health clubs and an ever-increasing number of spas and beauty salons. There are also various regular informal sporting events (touch rugby, football, softball etc). Check out the listings on the back page of the Friday edition of The Cambodia Daily

St.2004, Toeuk Thla.

NA 023 885 591

FitnessOne 6:30am-10pm| | | | Work out and shape up in our fully equipped gym. Best swimming pool in town!

313, Sisowath Quay.

(Himawari Hotel)

L10 023 214 555

InterContinental Fitness Center

6am-10pm Sat-Sun=6am-8pm | | |

Legend

7am-11pm|

Horse back riding, salted pool, skate-park, fitness, tennis, badminton, soccer fields...

Air Conditioning Credit Cards Opening Times Swimming Pool Tennis Courts Map Reference

Gym, dance studio, sauna & swimming pool. Check for occasional special offers.

296, Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

(InterContinental Hotel)

Juliana Club

O1 023 424 888

8am-9pm| |

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Spacious swimming pool, fully-equipped fitness centre & large sauna too.

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Hospitals & Clinics

99

16, St.152.

H4 023 880 530 Muscle & Fitness Centre

(Juliana Hotel)

6am-9pm (weekends 6am-8pm)

Pharmacies 102

Fitness, weight loss, sport performance. Also available for gym toning sessions.

Dental Clinics & Misc

67, St.95.

104

T6 012 796 374

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Narmada Sports Center

6am-10pm| |

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Gym, swimming pool, sauna and more.

315, Sisowath Quay.

(Imperial Garden Villa)

L10 023 219 991

National Blood Transfusion Centre 8am-5pm

Phokeethra Sport Club

6am-10pm| |

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We offer classes from yoga to dance as well as gym machines & personal coaches.

26, Sothearos Blvd.

O10

(Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra)

023 999 200 (ext 6523)

Physique Club

Providing a sufficient, safe and sustainable blood supply to all patients in Cambodia.

Make your trip last a lifetime. Donate blood and save three lives.

Indoor fully air-con gyms with extensive state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

Cnr Norodom and St.114.

311, Sisowath Quay.

(Preah Ang Duong Hospital).

F7 092 998 000 011 209 888

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Pool, tennis, fitness centre and more. Quite far from town but worth the journey. off National Rd.4.

023 886 058

6am-10pm| |

Place II (The)

Mon-Fri=6am-9:30pm Sat-Sun=6am-9pm| |

Fitness centre with an extensive range of modern equipment, plus a pool.

11, St.51.

M8 023 999 799

Paddy’s Gym 4-9pm (Sat= 9am-noon)

12 to 12 Spa

Inexpensive, well-equipped gym, boxing, kick-boxing, aerobics and more.

Reflexology, sauna, steam and a range of professional massage treatments.

63, St.294.

1, St.92.

N8 012 217 877

Parkway

5:30am-9:30pm| |

Gym, indoor pool, steam room, more...

113, Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

(Parkway Square)

U4 023 985 999

Phnom Penh Health Club

6am-10pm| |

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Well-equipped gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and a Jacuzzi.

53, Monivong Blvd.

(Phnom Penh Hotel)

D6 023 991 868

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L10 023 218 189

(Cambodiana Hotel)

Club at Northbridge (The)

noon-midn’t| |

E7 023 430 333

(Sunway Hotel)

VIP Club

5:30am-9pm| |

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Gym, tennis, sauna and a swimming pool.

Daily and monthly rates available.

Norodom Blvd.

Physique Club

Z8 023 993 535

Yoga Phnom Penh

6am-8pm (weekends 8am-5pm)|

Offering high quality, excellent value yoga classes with internationally qualified and experienced yoga teachers. The only place in Cambodia offering Fly Yoga. Other classes include Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow and Yin. 39, St.21.

P9 012 739 419 www.yogaphnompenh.com 012 739 284 (between 310 & 830).

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Spa & Beauty Amatak Beauty Spa

Ayurveda Massage

9am-12pm|

An environment for you to relax, reflect, rejuvenate and rejoice.

101, Sisowath Quay.

Amret Spa

P8 070 212 345 9am-9pm| |

From now you can enjoy the spa lifestyle in a soothing and relaxing environment.

3, St.57. (opposite Anise Hotel)

M8 023 997 994, 012 414 038

Amrita Spa

6am-10pm| |

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Skincare treatments, pools, gym, classes and more in a comfortable environment.

St.92.

(Raffles Hotel Le Royal)

Attirance Spa

D6 023 981 888 9am-9pm| |

We select only high quality products which adapt well to the Cambodian market.

14, St. 51.

Aura Spa

O9 023 215 821 9am-11pm| |

Therapies to enhance a traditional blend of ancient health and beauty practices.

21, Mao Tse Tung Blvd. (also on st. 294)

Q8 023 555 3209

8am-11pm|

Traditional Indian-style oil massage by experienced Indian yogic therapist.

313, Sisowath Quay. (at Himawari Hotel)

Aziadée

L10 092 197 701 9am-9pm| |

Professional Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, Egyptian and Thai massages.

42, St.322.

St.240 (White Mansion)

Bodia Spa

O7 092 753 718 10am-midnight|

A haven of time, space and comfort where the professional therapists’ aim is to rebalance your body - mind - emotion harmony.

The spa uses only 100% natural products.

St.178 at Sothearos Blvd. (Ad pg 9) H9 www.bodia-spa.com 023 226 199

Champei Spa

9am-11pm|

A spacious sanctuary of serenity and rejuvenation, thoughtfully designed to give everyone the utmost relaxation, attention and care. Massage, physical therapy and beauty care by experts.

O8 38, St.57. Also at 65, St.315, 10, St.302 & 7, St.334.

023 222 846 (Ad pg 52) email: info@champeispa.com

ADVERTISING SALES CALL PHILIPPE 092 502 530

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Cha’nails 9am-8:30pm| For all your modern, high-tech, top of the line nail-care and waxing needs.

Eden Spa

46, St.352 cnr St.57 above Deco.

(Queen Boutique Hotel)

Davos Spa

O9 023 987 789

9am-9pm| | Therapeutic massage therapies and more.

49, St.214.

J7 023 211 683

10am-10pm| Khmer traditional herb foot, body and oil massage in Khmer & Thai Style.

Essence of Health Sat= 8:30am-11:30

Mon-Fri= 8:30am-11:30am, 2-5pm| Medical practice: acupuncture, massage, qi qong, tai chi, yoga, meditation.

A03, St.436 (BTK Plaza).

8A, St.112.

Dermalogica

T7 012 463 886

Four Seasons

F3 088 9235 306

10am-7pm| | Skin laboratory aiming to help people achieve their optimum skin health.

8am-midnight| Popular, spacious massage centre offering body and foot massages with free sauna.

23, St.310.

11-13, St.172.

K7

023 992 906 French Element (The)

Dollhouse (The)

Q7 023 223 199

Closed Mon| | Tues-Sat=9am-7pm, Sun=11am-7pm

Fabulous western hair salon - one of a kind with a quirky, unique atmosphere.

10am-7pm (closed Sun)| French stylist creating innovative new looks pushing the boundaries of hair design.

46A, St.322.

313, Sisowath Quay.

O8 016 620 907

(Himawari Hotel)

K10 077 283 332

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Hamam Treatment 10am-10pm| |

O’Spa

The first in Cambodia adopted from Romance and the Byzantines.

Hot stone massage, Thai and Balinese massage, facial and body treatments.

National Road 5 (River Palace Hotel)

B7 023 988 777

Islands Massage 10am-midn’t| | Phnom Penh’s original and premier traditional Khmer massage service.

189 & 329, Sisowath Quay. 023 992 282 Tue-Sun=9am-7pm July Salon

(closed Monday)| Plush spa specialising in hair, nails make up and a range of spa treatments.

67, Sothearos Blvd.

N9 077 661 318

11:30am-9pm| |

4B, St.75.

D6 023 992 405 Phnom Penh Massage by Blind

(next to UNICEF)

9am-9pm

Traditional massage near the riverfront, by professionally trained blind masseurs.

6, St.178.

SÂMATA Health & Wellness Studio

H9 012 234 519 | 9am-10pm

24 hours| | Varied treatments: “A place you can relax far away from the outside world”.

Highly skilled massage and spa therapy - 100% natural aromatherapy products to help you relax and rejuvenate. Owned and managed by French Certified Massage Therapist & Physiotherapist. (Ad pg 99)

36, St.294.

54, St.306. (between St.63 &

Kaya Spa

M9 023 217 999

24 hours| La Cigale Bleue Popular traditional Khmer massage with professional and friendly staff.

22, St.94 (Wat Phnom) & 29, 608

D7 070 849 318

Nails Holic 8am-7pm (closed Monday) Professional manicure and pedicure services. Relax in our comfortable chairs.

St.593.

Nata Spa

N/A 012 357 887 9am-9pm| |

We operate as a centre for relaxation and treatments.

29, St.302 (at St.57.)

ONE

N8 023 223 938 9am-9pm|

Spa and beauty salon - with all profits going to benefit disadvantaged women.

54, St.454.

(near Russian Market)

U5 012 563 130

Monivong Blvd)

Seeing Hands

o7 023 726 267 7am-10pm|

Relaxing Anma and Shiatsu massage or a new offering in foot refloxology.

12, St.13.

E7 016 856 188

So Spa

10am-10pm| |

Awaken your senses and re-energise with our selection of treatments.

26, Sothearos Blvd.

O10

(Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra)

023 999 200 (ext 6522)

The Spa at Nagaworld

10am-3am| |

Relax and rejuvenate in style at Nagaworld.

Private sauna, jacuzzi and steam bath in every room. Please call us for reservations.

Hun Sen Park.

LISTED FOR FREE!

M11 023 228 822 023 210 407

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Tips & Toes

9:30am-8:30pm| |

ZEN Massage

10am-10pm|

Qualified technicians using the best-hygiene practices in a zen-environment.

Judo therapy by a Japanese therapist, acupuncture, foot & body massage.

17B, St.278.

94, St.148.

M8 081 890 818

Villa Paradiso Spa (The) 9am-9pm| Relax with a massage or enjoy the outdoor Jacuzzi and a great sauna.

27, St.222.

K8 023 213 720

Hospitals & Clinics Bumrungrad

113, Mao Tse Tung Blvd.

Our holistic approach to beauty helps men and women to look and feel better.

Face rejuvenation, weight loss, massage, skin & hair treatments and more. Painless, affordable treatments for everyone.

Calmette Hospital

(Next to the fitness center)

K10 017 983 409

8am-5pm|

Local representative office for a private Bangkok hospital. Popular with expats.

Younger Cosmetic (Ad pg 96) Acupuncture 8:30am-7pm

313 Sisowath Quay (Himawari hotel).

G8 023 223 393

H6 012 989 551 24 hours

Local hospital providing varied services. MRI scanner. SAMU ambulance too.

3, Monivong Blvd.

C6 023 426 948

www.cambodiaacupuncture.com WWW.PGCAMBODIA.COM

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Cardiological Center Phnom Penh

7:30-11:30am, 2:30-5:30pm| | Mon=Female only

IMI

8am-noon, 2-6pm| |

Long established clinic providing varied medical services to good standards.

International consultation, heart surgery and other related services. French-run.

193, St.208.

3, Monivong Blvd.

International Care Clinic (closed Sun)

C6 023 427 765

Central Hospital

24 hours

Modern hospital offering varied services including 24 hour Accident & Emergency.

82A, St.154.

H7 023 214 955

Chenda Polyclinic

24 hours

Clinic with Khmer and international doctors offering varied medical services.

8, St.39.

(near Wat Phnom)

Embassy Medical

C7 023 355 535 8am-5pm|

Clinic offering a broad range of medical services including paediatric care.

18, St.228.

L7 023 6373 991

8am-noon, 1:30-5pm (Sat not pm)

General practice, including pediatrics, gynecology and infectious diseases.

36, St.352.

International Chiropractic Clinic please call| |

Licensed chiropractic clinic with a 1993 US graduated chiropractor. Providing Chiropractic care, physiotherapy modalities, custom made corrective orthotics.

67 Bis, St.240. (Ad pg 104)

L7

023 223 101

www.cambodiachiropractic.com Ly Srey Vyna Clinic 24h| Popular local clinic, whose chief doctor is Western-trained and mentored.

339A, St.163.

Services ranging from GP consultations to the support of complex medical cases.

8am-5pm|

109-135, St.144.

(Season Residence)

G8 023 999 008

WWW.PGCAMBODIA.COM

P8 023 221 400

European Medical Center

K7 016 553 366

Mercy Clinic

Y3 023 994 686 Mon-Fri=1-8pm Sat= 7am-5pm| |

Quality, compassionate, comprehensive primary & urgent medical care for all ages.

17B&C, St.296.

L4 023 677 1919

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MW Medical Centre

Polyclinique Aurore

We are a Singapore based medical centre now operational in Phnom Penh.

Well regarded clinic providing varied treatments including X-Ray and ECG.

313 Sisowath Quay.

58-60, St.113.

7am-8pm, w/end=8am-5pm|

(inside Himawari Hotel)

K10 077 522 577

Naga Clinic

11, St.254. (Ad pg 102)

L8 emergency 023 211 300

011 811 175 Physiotherapy Phnom Penh 7am-7pm, w/ends=7am-1pm

International physiotherapy practice, run by certified Dutch therapists.

N6 023 360 152

Polyclinique Mekong

8am-noon, 2-6pm| |

General and tropical medicine including 24 hour emergency service. Foreign and local, internationally trained medical team.

Ministry of Health approved. Medical Assistance Evacuation.

45C, St.456.

7:30-11:30am, 2-6:30pm

T6 023 996 344

24 hours

Modern clinic offering various services.

Doctors from Cambodia and Vietnam.

198, St. 63 cnr 310.

Q7 012 553 348

Raffles Medical Cambodia

24 hours (emergency 24 hrs)| |

Well equipped clinic staffed with full time expatriate and Khmer doctors and nurses.

General Practice and specialties such as emergency medicine, internal medicine, dermatology and sports medicine.

161, St.51.

L8 012 816 911

(Ad pg 103)

www.rafflesmedicalgroup.com/international-clinics

Physiotherapy Phnom Penh II

Royal Phnom Penh Hospital

International physiotherapy practice, run by certified Dutch therapists.

Modern hospital with various facilities.

Owned by Bangkok Hospital group.

60, Monivong Blvd (office 311).

888, Russian Blvd.

7am-7pm, w/ends=7am-1pm

E6 023 996 346

24 hours| |

E1 023 991 000

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Clinic Sokhapheap Thmey Email: cstclinic@gmail.com Tel: 016 996 616 / 092 438 780 24 hours 7 days No Public Holidays closure International Management AA19-AA20, St. 99, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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SÂMATA Health & Wellness Studio

Younger Acupuncture

International physiotherapy practice run by certified French physiotherapist.

Musculoskeletal pain management (for back pain, shoulder, neck, knee pain…) as well as treatments for emotional issues (stress, insomnia, anxiety etc). (Ad pg 100)

8:30-noon, 2-6pm| |

54, St.306.

O7 012 802 725

Clinic Sokhapheap Thmey

24 hours|

313 Sisowath Quay (Himawari hotel).

(Next to the fitness center)

W6 092 438 780

(Ad pg 101)

Sen Sok IU Hospital

24 hours|

The only private medical and dental teaching hospital in Cambodia.

91-96, St.1986.

023 883 712

Sok Teang Clinic

8-12pm 2-6:30pm (weekend 8-12pm)|

Specialises in infertility management, gynecology and obstetrics from France 31, St.178.

H9 012 215 582

Tropical & Travellers Medical Clinic

8:30am-5pm| |

Family and tropical medicine, skin diseases, gynaecology, STDs and more.

88, St.108.

English Doctor

F7 012 898 981

K10 017 983 409

www.cambodiaacupuncture.com

Clinic providing varied medical services.

Popular with many Western expatriates.

AA19-AA20, St.99.

8:30am-7pm

Pharmacies Arun Reasmey

7am-7:30pm

Local pharmacy stocking a decent range of reputable imported products.

8, St. 554, Toul kork.

Help+ Pharmacy

O4 023 885 132 24 hours

Recently-opened, centrally-located pharmacy offering a range of international standard medicines, cosmetics and general health care products. Open 24 hours.

322, Monivong Blvd.

M6 023 210 338

www.helpplus.co

IMI Pharmacy 8am-noon, 2-7pm| Well-established pharmacy catering to all medical and beauty care products.

193, St.208.

K7 023 212 909

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Penh Vong Pharmacy

7:30am-8:30pm|

Another established pharmacy offering a good range of quality imported products.

352, Sihanouk Blvd.

O4 023 213 043

Pharmacie de la Gare 7:30am-7:30pm

Sun=7:30am-12:30pm| | Quality medicines from Europe and the USA. French and English spoken.

81, Monivong Blvd.

D6 012 805 908

Pharm@link

7:30am-8pm, w/e=9am-8pm|

High quality of pharmaceutical and cosmetic and health care products. also at Naga Clinic (St.254.)

N7 also 43, St.57 & 29, St.310. 023 215 727

WWW.PGCAMBODIA.COM

Polyclinique Aurore

24hours

This well-established clinic also has a pharmacy stocking imported products.

58-60, St.113.

N6 023 360 152

U-Care Pharmacy Ad pg 1 & 5)

8am-9pm| |

Medicines and beauty products up to the highest international standards.

26-28, Sothearos Blvd at St.178.

H9 also at 39, Sihanouk Blvd, 023 224 099 41-43, Norodom Blvd, 254 Monivong Blvd, 844 Kampuchea Krom Blvd, corner St. 306/63 & 207 Sisowath Quay (see map), also and at Aeon Mall www.u-carepharmacy.com

Western Pharmacy 7am-9pm| | We stand for pharmaceutical excellence and strive to provide outstanding service.

D3, St.169.

H9 023 883 664

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Dental Clinics Apsara Clinic M-Sat=7:30am-7pm Sun=7:30am-4pm| | Clinic offering professional dental services to Khmer and expats since 1996.

11-12, St.114.

F7 023 220 356

European Dental Clinic

8am-noon, 2-7pm| |

Clinic offering a full range of products and services by foreign and local staff.

160A, Norodom Blvd.

S8 023 211 363

IMI Clinic Mon-Sat=8am-noon, 2-6pm| |

Dental care to a high standard provided by qualified technicians.

193, St.208.

K7 016 553 366

Pachem

8am-7:30pm| |

The largest dental clinic in Cambodia.

171, Norodom Blvd.

R8 023 996 888

Roomchang 8am-noon, 1-5pm| | Quality dental services by a professional team operating to international standards.

4, St.184.

R8 023 211 338

Miscellaneous Indigo Psychological Services

8am-6pm, Mon-Fri only|

Professional counselling for adults, adolescents, children, couples and families.

28, St.460.

T6 023 222 614

Kundalini Yoga House

Tue,Thu= 7am-8:30, 6-7:30pm, Sat-Sun=7am-8:30|

Yoga, healing and meditation classes for people of all levels of experience.

42D, St.123.

Lydia Butcher

Q7 092 429 835 9am-7pm

Qualified Australian practitioner offering professional massage therapy.

St.396.

Nataraj Yoga Cente

U5 077 358 997 please call

Public yoga studio offering a variety of yoga and pilates classes daily.

52, St.302.

Open Palm Studio

Q7 012 739 419 please call|

The city’s first official spinning facility.

Classes daily at 6:15pm, and 8am Saturday.

65, St.95.

P6 012 633 278

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Facts 'n' figures

Here’s some general information about the capital city of the Kingdom of Wonder to help you get you bearings. Always prepare yourself for the local conditions and culture. Be ready!

CLIMATE

POPULATION

Approximately 2.2 million ++

Throughout October to January the air cools, and by midNovember the rains should have almost eased off, ushering in the relief of cool season.

In December and January, temperatures are often in the mid-20s.

RESTAURANTS AIRPORT

Phnom Penh International Airport is 7km west of the city. There is no longer a separate departure tax for flying out of the airport.

BARS

> 120 ++ (catering mainly to foreigners)

ORIENTATION

Phnom Penh city is divided into seven Khans (districts) and 76 Sangkats (communes). Most tourists stay in the area bordered

by Wat Phnom in the north, Mao Tse Tung Blvd to the south, Monivong Blvd to the west and the Tonle Sap river to the east. See our Tourist MAP for details.

> 250 ++ (catering mainly to foreigners)

SAFETY FIRST

Try to avoid travelling alone at night, especially on unlit streets. Phnom Penh is a diverse city, so it’s worth taking precautions. Where possible use motos or tuk-tuks that you know and trust - if in doubt ask at your hotel or guesthouse.

AREA

376 square kilometres

CURRENCY

Riel (US$1 = 4100R approx.)

US dollars are used for most transactions though it’s worth carrying a few thousand Riel in change for small purchases.

500R and 1000R notes are the most useful.

HOTELS & GUESTHOUSES

> 120 ++ (catering mainly to foreigners)

INDUSTRY

Garment, tourism / hospitality, finance

TRANSPORT

Moto: short trip 2000R+, full day$12 + Tuk tuk: short trip $1 + , full day$18 + Taxis: Varies for distance

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ACCOMMODATiON

Nodding off Getting your head down after a long bus journey or flight is a must for most people. Fortunately Cambodia’s capital city has an impressive range of accommodation options to suit almost every budget.

As the city grows in stature to become one of the region’s economic powerhouses, its range of budget to affordable, luxurious to boutique accommodation grows with it. There literally is something for eveyone.

So starting from the top down, what can travellers and holidaymakers expect? Well the city is now home to several international standard hotels including the riverfront Sofitel Phokeethra, Nagaworld, Cambodiana, InterContinentental and Raffles Hotel Le Royal, where you can easily spend upwards of $150 a night for a standard of luxury comparable with the top echelon of the region’s hotels.

A comparatively new phenomenon in the capital is the rise of the business and/or boutique hotel. Many are carefully restored colonial piles located in quiet back streets, especially in the BKK1 area of the city. Expect to pay from $60 a night up for which you’ll get personal service and all mod cons including flat screen TV, power shower, fast Wi-Fi and probably a swimming pool too.

Moving down the price scale to the $25 to $50 a night level nets a wider choice of resting place though you can still expect AC, TV, a fridge and a generally high standard of

Nagaworld amenities, especially compared to other cities in the region at this price range.

Budget travellers are well catered to, with a range of inexpensive guesthouses dotted around the city where $10 will get you a clean room with a fan, and for $15 you can find AC and a private bathroom. Some guesthouses also offer longstay rates by the week or month which can save you money if you’re planning to stay a while. Serviced apartments are available for around $600 a month.

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EXPLORiNG PHNOM PENH

All in the name

It’s hard to imagine that this busy, bustling, prosperous capital was ever a rickety collection of shacks hugging the bank of the Tonle Sap. How the city got its name divides opinion, but many people prefer the more romantic and folkloric version from 1371 of how Daun (Grandma) Penh was gathering firewood alongside the river when she saw and retrieved a floating koki tree from the water.

Inside the tree she found four Buddha statues and one of Vishnu. She took the discovery as a divine blessing and a sign that a Khmer capital would be built there, so she set about ordering the construction of a small hill with a shrine to house the statues. The hill (phnom) later took on the name of its founder (Penh), and the city took its name from the area around it.

When Siamese forces (present day Thailand) invaded Angkor in the 15th century, rather than fight a losing battle, King Ponhea Yat and his armies moved to Phnom Penh, giving the widow’s prophecy the royal seal of approval, which in turn heralded the country’s shift away from a predominantly rural and agrarian economy to a more global trade and commerce-orientated future.

It was this economic shift that perhaps persuaded the king to establish Phnom Penh as the country’s capital by building several temples and laying out the town along moats and rivers.

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Make a splash

At this time of year the city can be stifling, so if you’re finding it hard to keep your cool, why not spend the afternoon chilling by the pool?

Several of the city’s upscale hotels have swimming pools and many welcome outside guests to use their facilities, for a small charge… here’s a quick selection of venues where you can relax, cool off in the pool, enjoy a drink or a snack and just get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Kingdom Resort 8.30am - 7pm - Kids and large fresh water pools - Variety of slides, lounge chairs with tables & umbrellas, towels provided - Charge: All $3 ($4 weekends)

The Kabiki 6am - 10pm - 15 x 5m chlorine mix pool - Lounge chairs with tables & umbrellas, towels provided - Charge: Adult $5 / Children $3

Hotel Cambodiana 7am - 9pm - 12 x 7m chlorine pool - Lounge chairs with tables & umbrellas, towels provided - Charge: Adult $8 / Children $5

Raffles Hotel Le Royal 6am-10pm - 23 x 12m chlorine pool - Lounge chairs, tables & umbrellas, towels - Charge: Adult $20 / Children $10 (Weekend +$10)

Himawari 6.30am - 9.30pm - 25 x 15m chlorine mix pool - Lounge chairs with tables & umbrellas, towels provided - Charge: Adult $7 / Children $5 (Weekend +$1)

Villa Langka 7am - 10pm - 11 x 6m fresh water pool - Lounge chairs with tables & umbrellas, towels provided - Charge: Adult $8 / Children $5 (Mon - Fri only)

The 252 8am - 8pm - 15 x 5m chlorine mix pool - Private beds with covered roof, towels provided - Charge: $5.50 (no children) Prices quoted (weekday/weekend) were correct at time of print but please contact the venue for full details. Please keep in mind that these hotels have limited space and will give priority to their own guests, so it’s a good idea to call in advance to check availability. You can find contact details and telephone numbers in our accommodation listings on the adjacent pages.

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Your A-Z

Accommodation

023 998 252

Almond Hotel

128F, Sothearos Blvd.

012 910 022

Billabong 5, St.158.

023 223 703

Blue Lime 42, St.19Z.

023 222 260

Blue Tongue

39, St.174

DiRECTORY Phnom Penh has an enormous range of accommodation options, from asimple $5 guesthouse to a $2000 suite, and virtually everything in between. We can’t list every place but here is a selection that covers most price ranges so you should find something to suit your requirements.

We also list a couple of serviced apartments in case you plan a long stay

023 224 639

Bougainvillier

277C, Sisowath Quay.

023 220 528

California 2

79, Sisowath Quay.

077 503 144

Cambodiana

023 426 288

313, Sisowath Quay.

Cambodian Country Club 023 885 591

St.2004, Touek Thla.

Chateau the Meliya

10B, St.264.

023 987 212

Hotel Cara

Legend

18, St.47 at St.84.

Air Conditioning

Credit Cards

Television

Hot Water

Swimming Pool

@ Internet Access

Room Rates 1 = under $10

1 = $10-20

2 = $20-50

3 = over $50

Map Reference

023 430 066

Central Mansions

1A, St.102.

023 986 810

Centre Point Inn 228, St.130.

023 988 123

Dream Colours 69D, St.70.

0978 785 762

The Eighty8 96-98, St.88.

Envoy Hostel

012 325 411 |

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Central, clean and comfortable with excellent customer service, offering modern facilities, Envoy Hostel is your home away from home. Come and enjoy envoy with us.

where you see this logo, these outlets accept visa cards for payment

O7 32, St.322 BKK1. www.envoyhostel.com 023 220 840 Phnompenhbookings@envoyhostel.com

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Comfortable, styish rooms with all amenities, set in a beautiful old colonial building on the riverfront.

363, Sisowath Quay.

(Ad pg Tourist Map)

Feeling Home

2, St.63 (at St.278).

Flamingos Hotel

30, St.172.

H10 023 724 014

023 727 569

023 219 558 023 214 555

InterContinental Phnom Penh.

296, Mao Tsé Toung.

023 424 888 Kabiki

22, St.264.

Lebiz Hotel 79F, St. 128.

023 222 290 023 998 608

Raffles Hotel Le Royal St.92.

023 981 888 Le Safran Suites 4, St.282.

Mad Monkey (The)

26, St. 302.

Me Mate’s Place

5, St.90.

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Monument Hotel

Frangipani Fine Arts Hotel 25, St.71.

023 223 320

Himawari

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023 221 640 023 212 100

313, Sisowath Quay.

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Frangipani 90’s 25, St.71.

Goldiana

(Ad pg 29)

New condos for sale and rent in a quiet and green area overlooking the Mekong River, with extensive facilities including gym, swimming pool, steam, sauna, 24-hour security and reception.

023 221 522

Frangipani 60’s 20R, St.252.

10-12, St.282.

Mekong Gardens

012 513 035 023 987 091 023 500 2437

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Located just a three minute walk from the Independence Monument and a ten minute walk from the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Perfectly located from all your requriements.

M9 22s, St. 29. www.monumenthotel.com 023 634 8008 One More Boarding House 017 327 378

16, St.294.

Pavilion

227, St.19.

023 222 280

Phnom Penh Hotel 53, Monivong Blvd.

023 991 868

Quay (The)

277, Sisowath Quay.

023 224 894

Season Residence 109-133, St.144.

023 990 628

Skyline Hotel & Apartments

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Boutique hotel and serviced apartments with swimming pool, café, business center, fitness center, steam rooms, playground.

Conveniently located near Independence Monument and business areas.

18c, St.29.

M9 023 967 222

reservation@skyline.com.kh

Splash Inn 5, St.244.

023 986174

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Sun & Moon Urban Hotel

| | | |@|1-2 SUN & MOON, Urban Hotel offers an inspired blend of art, design and comfort in a new hospitality concept in the heart of Phnom Penh.

Centrally-located urban hotel captures the vibrancy, soul and energy of Cambodian capital and invites you to stay, and to be inspired... #68, St 136. (Ad pg Tourist Map) G8

023 961 888

askme@sunandmoonhotel.com www.sunandmoonhotel.com

Sunway Hotel 1, St.92.

023 430 333

Tonle Sap Guest House

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E8 4-6, St.104.

Top Hostel

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Hostel near Phnom Penh international Airport. Clean, comfortable and convenient.

Mart and restaurant available in house.

EA1, St.110. reception@tcr8.com

023 988 867 www.tcr8.com

Velkommen GH/Backpackers 18, St.144.

077 757 701 Villa Langka

15, St.282.

023 726 771

Villa Paradiso 25-27, St.222.

023 213 720

GET YOUR BUSINESS LISTED FOR FREE! 023 210 407

023 986 722

www.tonlesapguesthouse.com

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The 252 Almond Hotel

● ● ● ● ● ● Billabong

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