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SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA Vlog | Why it Became a Favorite Place πŸ‡°πŸ‡­

Retirement Travelers
Retirement Travelers
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πŸ‘οΈ 49K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:03

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The creators recount their travel experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, where they visited the Angkor Wat temple complex and participated in the Khmer New Year celebrations. They provide practical travel advice, noting that visitors can obtain a visa upon arrival and that the US dollar is widely accepted for business transactions. The creators describe their exploration of several historical sites, including the Bayon Temple with its stone faces, Ta Keo, and Ta Prohm, which they noted for its jungle scenery reminiscent of a movie set. They suggest hiring a driver with air conditioning to manage the intense heat and recommend visiting temples at sunrise to avoid high temperatures. The trip concluded with an immersive experience during the Khmer New Year, a three day festival characterized by street food, music, and citywide water fights using soaker guns. Despite the heat in April, the creators highly recommend visiting during this time to experience the local culture and friendly atmosphere. They conclude their vlog by announcing their next destination as Bangkok, Thailand.

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we're John and Beth and we are the Retirement Travelers

it was so much fun it's a state of the end and you'll see why you need to put this city on your bucket list as well

the main thing that happens is everybody gets soaked everybody gets soaked and I mean it was old and young and people could not stop smiling

we say go there in April mid April go to anger watt uh spend a couple days at the festival and you will won't regret it

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Get a visa on arrival in Cambodia
βœ“Use US dollars as cash is king in Cambodia
βœ“Go to Angkor Wat at sunrise to avoid heat
βœ“Visit during Khmer New Year celebration in mid-April for a fun experience

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Heat in April β€” Don't worry about the heat; go in April for the festival

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy is Siem Reap a favorite place?
QWhat is there to do in Siem Reap?
QHow to visit Angkor Wat and other temples?
QWhat is the Khmer New Year celebration like?

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Top: Angkor Wat and temple complex tour
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