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ខ្មែរ Tourism and Travelling
Unveiling the Hidden Gem: Koh Ker Awaits World Heritage Recognition
- 15 June 2023
Anticipation grows in Cambodia as the extraordinary archaeological site of Koh Ker stands on the brink of securing a coveted spot on the Fourth World Heritage List. Following the successful conclusion of the 37th ICC-Angkor and Sambo Prei Kuk Technical Meetings, Mr. Long Kosal, spokesperson for the APSARA Authority, shared his optimism with RFI on 12 June 2023. The International Committee for t...
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Boeung Ra in Battambang Chosen as Green City Oasis, Pioneering Sustainable Development
- 13 June 2023
The provincial authorities of Battambang have designated Boeung Ra, situated in the vicinity of the railway station, as a pivotal wetland for the visionary Green City infrastructure project. The International Center for Environmental Management (ICEM) is diligently studying this transformative initiative, as discussed during the productive working meeting on Natural Based Solutions (NBS) for clima...
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Two Giant companies Jointly Introduce Cambodia’s First Seaplane Service
- 10 June 2023
In a remarkable partnership that paves the way for unprecedented travel experiences, the esteemed Royal Group, led by Nak Oknha Kith Meng, has joined forces with Chinese-Hong Kong company Seaplane Asia Limited to establish Cambodia's inaugural seaplane service. This groundbreaking collaboration was revealed through a social media post by Mr. Phan Natt on June 9, 2023, signaling a new era of sea...
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Collaboration for Growth: CHA and LAC Join Forces to Enhance Cambodia’s Hotel and Tourism Industry
- 8 June 2023
The Cambodia Hotel Association (CHA) and Lanmei Airlines Cambodia (LAC) have forged a strategic partnership through the signing of a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aimed at fostering cooperation and synergy within Cambodia's thriving hotel, tourism, and supply chain sectors. In a momentous agreement sealed on June 2, 2023, the two esteemed entities will leverage the cutting-edge...
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Angkor Wat Ticket Sales Soar, Generating Over $16M in the First Five Months of 2023
- 6 June 2023
The historical and cultural marvel of Angkor Wat continues to captivate visitors from around the globe, as Cambodia reports a remarkable surge in ticket sales, exceeding $16 million in revenue during the first five months of 2023. According to the latest report released by the Angkor Institute on June 1, 2023, this staggering figure represents a remarkable 767.42 percent increase compared to th...
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9k Cambodian Tourist Influx Signals Promising Summer for Phu Quoc Island
- 3 June 2023
In a testament to the growing allure of Phu Quoc Island, located off Kien Giang Province in southern Vietnam, approximately 9,000 Cambodian tourists have flocked to its shores within the first five months of this year. This surge in Cambodian visitors highlights the potential of the Cambodian market for the island's tourism industry, as reported by the Vietnamese newspaper Tuoitrenews on May 31...
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Cambodia and Poland Foster Bilateral Relations with Visa Exemption for Diplomatic Passport Holders
- 29 May 2023
Cambodia and the Republic of Poland have solidified their diplomatic ties through the signing of an agreement that grants visa exemption to holders of diplomatic passports. This landmark agreement, highlighted in a press release by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on 25th May 2023, underscores the commitment of both nations to strengthen their bilateral relations. D...
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Government Backs Expansive Aquaculture and Ecotourism Ventures Spanning Over 7,000 Hectares in Botum Sakor District
- 29 May 2023
The Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the Administration of Koh Kong Province, is lending support to investment initiatives aimed at establishing expansive natural aquaculture, agro-tourism, and ecotourism projects. These ventures are set to encompass a vast area of 7,126.93 hectares, strategically located in five distinct locations within the pristine Botum Sakor National Park and mu...
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Kampot Province Set to Construct World-Class International Boat Race Track
- 27 May 2023
The government's visionary plan to establish an international boat race track in Kampot province is gaining momentum. During the grand opening ceremony of a thrilling kayak competition at the esteemed Kampot Water Sports Stadium on the morning of 23 May 2023, HE Ung Chhay, Deputy Governor of Kampot Province, revealed that meticulous site assessments are underway to create a permanent kayaking trac...
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Thailand Calls for Reopening of Preah Vihear Ruins to Enhance Tourism Potential
- 23 May 2023
Thailand fervently urges the reopening of the captivating Preah Vihear temple ruins in Si Sa Ket province, after a lengthy suspension of 15 years. The move aims to revitalize tourism and foster peaceful dialogue between Thailand and Cambodia, as highlighted in the Bangkok Post on 20th May 2023. Since 2008, access to the Preah Vihear temple from Si Sa Ket's Kantharalak district has been impeded ...
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