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Lives in Sihanoukville
Registration: 02 January 2013
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Cell Phones in Cambodia? by annamischke
Hello! I'm moving to Cambodia from the states this Fall and am curious to see how one finds a mobile phone service? I have an iphone and would like to continue using it. Are there data service available? I'm a bit lost on this one..
Agree with Rob. I have been with Metphone both for phone and internet for 2 years now and have had NO problems with them at all. Read More
Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville? by snezana011
Hi all, I am new here. I been travelling for a long time by bicycle and now wanna stop somewhere in Cambodia and write a book. I'm planing to rent a small, cheep apartment or to stay in a guest house (for 5-6 $). I can't decide where to stay: in PP ...
You should be ok then. send me and e-mail when you get here and I'll shout you a beer at my bar. Read More
Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville? by snezana011
Hi all, I am new here. I been travelling for a long time by bicycle and now wanna stop somewhere in Cambodia and write a book. I'm planing to rent a small, cheep apartment or to stay in a guest house (for 5-6 $). I can't decide where to stay: in PP ...
Yes it is possible to live on that amount,however I would suggest try to budget a little more if possible. I live on that amount, but I work 10-12 hrs a day and have a steady girlfriend.If you are going to do even a little partying, try for a bit ... Read More
Phnom Penh or Sihanoukville? by snezana011
Hi all, I am new here. I been travelling for a long time by bicycle and now wanna stop somewhere in Cambodia and write a book. I'm planing to rent a small, cheep apartment or to stay in a guest house (for 5-6 $). I can't decide where to stay: in PP ...
Sihanoukville with no hesitation.Agreed, with no hesitation! Read More
Pregnant in Phnom Penh by EMMA LOU
Hello! I'm hoping to move to Phnom Penh to be closer to the father of my child, before I give birth in May. I will need to find somewhere to live, hopefully in a family home, or with a female, who wouldn't mind a newborn baby! I also need to find ...
Emma, this may or may not help or be relevant,but when you get to PP, go to "The Willow PP" hotel(st.21 opposite Sovanna B.B.Q restaurant) and talk to my sister Eliza. She owns the hotel and also teaches at A.C.E. She has a Khmer husband and a ... Read More
$1500 a month in Sihanoukville Cambodia by CanerK
Hi All Would $1500 a month be enough to live in Cambodia?? IÂ’m thinking Snooky because of the beach. Maybe even PP. IÂ’m not a big drinker and I donÂ’t need to party all the timeÂ….. I couldnÂ’t even if I wanted to. IÂ’m not that young anymore. Say a 1 ...
Any travel agent in the country can do it mate. If you are in Sihanoukville I know a good one.Just make sure you get the "ordinary" visa or you will have to do a border run to get another one. Read More
$1500 a month in Sihanoukville Cambodia by CanerK
Hi All Would $1500 a month be enough to live in Cambodia?? IÂ’m thinking Snooky because of the beach. Maybe even PP. IÂ’m not a big drinker and I donÂ’t need to party all the timeÂ….. I couldnÂ’t even if I wanted to. IÂ’m not that young anymore. Say a 1 ...
Gday TVC. Employment opportunities are extremely limited over here.Teaching English is really the main opportunity for expats.Self employment,ie. running a small business,is what keeps most of us going. There is already a thread on this forum ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
This quote comes direct from the Lonely Planet link you provided mate.Time in country does not equate to knowledge. "Those seeking work in Cambodia should opt for the business visa as, officially, it is easily extended for long periods and, ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
Mate, you specified a TOURIST visa.The information you give is correct for an "ORDINARY" or what used to be called "BUSINESS" visa.But completely wrong for a "TOURIST" visa.I would suggest to the OP that he pay the extra $5 on arrival for the latter ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
This is just taken from the Australian governments "Smart Traveller" website Tourist visas are valid for thirty days only. If issued outside Cambodia, tourist visas will often provide for a validity period that is in excess of thirty days. This ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
kwest,you specifically said you can get a 12 month TOURIST visa. I suggest you try the embassy website. There is NO such thing.I reiterate- a tourist visa is single entry only, valid for 30 days and may be extended once only for an additional 30 ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
Sorry kwest, you are completely wrong.A tourist visa is single entry only, valid for 30 days and can be extended once only for an additional 30 days.After that you must leave the country.There is NO such thing as a 12 month tourist visa.See my post ... Read More
I want to live and retire in Cambodia by oldsarge
HELP!! I want to live and retire in Cambodia. But I have researched the visa process on line, and read some blogs. I have read different explanations. I have read the instructions on the Cambodia government site, and a professional travel ...
The documentation you refer to is a requirement for a work permit in Cambodia.You only need this if you are going to be employed as opposed to self employed or not working at all. To reiterate what has already been said- To live in Cambodia ... Read More
Sihanoukville, anybody? by Alliecat
Any advice for a trip to Sihanoukville?
Not quite sure what you mean by advice but - Places to visit/things to do - Ochheuteal Beach if you like to party; the beach bar at "Above us only Sky" resort at Serendipity beach is a great place for a quiet drink;Otres beach for a quiet ... Read More
$1500 a month in Sihanoukville Cambodia by CanerK
Hi All Would $1500 a month be enough to live in Cambodia?? IÂ’m thinking Snooky because of the beach. Maybe even PP. IÂ’m not a big drinker and I donÂ’t need to party all the timeÂ….. I couldnÂ’t even if I wanted to. IÂ’m not that young anymore. Say a 1 ...
Gday mate, my name is Dave and I live and run a small business in Sihanoukville. You can live like a King here for $1500 a month.I have an apartment similar to what you have described an easy 15 minute walk to Ochheuteal beach. It has basic ... Read More