Tourism and Travelling
Japan Extends Generous Grant of US$300,000 to Safeguard Historic Sambor Prei Kuk Resort
In a gesture of cultural preservation, the Government of Japan has announced a generous grant of US$300,000 to Cambodia for the enhancement and rehabilitation of the Sambor Prei Kuk resort in Kampong Thom province. A press release from the Embassy of Japan in Cambodia on 12 December 2023, highlighted Japan's commitment to supporting the "Human Resource Development Project for the Maintenance an...
Read MoreGrand Unveiling: Siha Hotel & Casino, Malaysia’s US$50m Marvel, Shines in Sihanoukville
On 3 December 2023, Siha Hotel and Casino, a lavish investment worth US$50 million nestled in Group 14, Village 1, Sangkat 3, Sihanoukville, was inaugurated by HE Kouch Chamroeun, Governor of Preah Sihanouk Province. Expressing admiration for Malaysia's significant investment in Sihanoukville's hospitality sector, HE Kouch Chamroeun highlighted the strategic decision by Malaysian investors to c...
Read MoreUS Commits US$4m Over Two Decades to Phnom Bakheng Temple Restoration
Embarking on a steadfast commitment to cultural preservation, the United States Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) has, since 2004, extended unwavering support to the World Temple Fund (WMF) for the restoration of Cambodia's iconic Phnom Bakheng temple. Since 2004, eight grants amounting to a commendable US$4 million have been allocated for conservation endeavors, with the latest gr...
Read MoreAngkor Wat Rakes in Over US$32 Million in Ticket Sales in 11 Months Amidst Surging Tourist Numbers
In a spectacular achievement for Cambodia, the first 11 months of 2023 witnessed an impressive revenue of US$32,546,847 from the sale of Angkor tickets to nearly 700,000 foreign tourists. Revealed in a recent report by the Angkor Institute on 1 December 2023, this remarkable figure signifies a remarkable surge of 261.12% compared to the same period in 2022. November 2023 alone saw the Angkor In...
Read MoreCTF & WWF Spearhead Solar Energy Drive to Boost Cambodia’s Tourism Sector
The Tourism Federation of Cambodia (CTF) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) are championing the widespread adoption of rooftop solar energy to propel Cambodia's tourism industry into a greener future. This joint initiative, in alignment with the Ministry of Tourism's recent revelation of a nearly threefold increase in international tourist visits in the first eight months of 2023 compared to the pr...
Read MorePhnom Penh’s Majestic US$84.5M Marriott International Hotel Hits the Ground Running
Phnom Penh is set to elevate its hospitality landscape with the grand inauguration of the Marriott International Hotel, a luxurious five-star haven nestled in the heart of the capital, with a staggering investment of US$84.5 million. This architectural marvel, spearheaded by KHOU TOWER CO., LTD, under the visionary leadership of Okhna Leang Hy, officially commenced construction on 19 November 2023...
Read MoreMOT Unveils Strategic Blueprint for Coastal Tourism Renaissance in Sihanoukville
In a strategic move to fortify Sihanoukville's standing as a coastal tourism gem, the Ministry of Tourism (MOT) recently hosted a consultative workshop on the "Plan to Promote Investment and development of Coastal Tourism" on 8 November 2023, in Sihanoukville. HE Un Wallerro, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Tourism, emphasized the province's untapped potential for tourism and investment i...
Read MoreGov’t Initiates Two Measures in Siem Reap to Propel Tourism Growth in 2024
In a groundbreaking move to fortify the tourism sector, Prime Minister Hun Manet unveiled pivotal measures at the 19th "Royal Government-Private Sector" forum on 13 November 2023, geared towards propelling Siem Reap's tourism to unprecedented heights in 2024. PM Hun Manet's visionary announcement included a comprehensive study on transforming Phnom Kulen in Siem Reap into a natural tourism have...
Read MoreJapanese Aid Breathes New Life into Angkor Wat’s West Porch – Officially Inaugurated
A vibrant moment of cultural preservation and international collaboration took center stage as the west porch of Angkor Wat, a priceless cultural treasure, was officially inaugurated. This triumph comes as a result of a steadfast partnership, with the Government of Japan providing over $100 million in crucial assistance to Cambodia, dedicated to the preservation of Angkor Wat and the meticulous re...
Read MoreAngkor Wat Rakes in Over US$27 Million from Ticket Sales in 10 Months
In a resounding testament to Cambodia's rich cultural heritage, the first ten months of 2023 have seen the nation amass an impressive revenue of US$27,882,435 through the sale of tickets to the renowned Angkor resort. The entrancing complex has been embraced by 602,570 foreign tourists, underlining the enduring allure of this cultural gem. A report unveiled by the Angkor Institute on 1 November...
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