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Phnom Penh Entertainment ban extended, but alcohol ban remains ambiguous

The Phnom Penh entertainment ban has been extended, but rules relating to the alcohol prohibition remain ambiguous, with numerous mini-marts and supermarkets now selling alcohol. According the...

Cambodia voted friendliest country in the world!

In news that will likely again rile Thai netizens, Cambodia has been voted the friendliest country in the world, at least according to the popular travel companion “Rough Guides”. The...

Thailand opening to vaccinated tourists: A possible model for Cambodia to follow?

In the latest chapter of the ongoing saga of Thai tourism and its flirtation with opening up, it has been announced that the nation will accept vaccinated tourists from 10...

Cambodia to reopen in two weeks – if all goes well

Cambodia to reopen in roughly two weeks if the Covid-19 situation remains stable for 15 consecutive days, according to an announcement by Prime-Minister Hun Sen. Speaking to the Council of...

Siem Reap Lockdown is Over, But Dine-In Still Suspended

The Siem Reap lockdown is over! The lockdown which had lasted two weeks will not be extended and the red zones have been lifted, in a move that can hopefully...

Why has Thailand’s reopening to tourism failed?

Back in July Thailand announced it would be opening to tourism, again. To say it has not been a success would be an understatement, so why has Thailand’s reopening to...

Road accidents one of the leading causes of death in Cambodia

Traffic accidents are one of the leading causes of death in Cambodia, according to a joint report from the National Road Safety Committee (NRSC) and the United Nations Development Fund...

Cambodian Football – Colum Curtis leaves Visakha FC

In a move that has shocked Cambodian football Colum Curtis leaves Visakha FC by “mutual consent”, but the big question is did he jump, or was he pushed? To read...

Cambodia to reopen borders to China and South Korea – But there’s a catch

Is Cambodia to reopen borders for international travel? Accruing to asgam.com and various other outlets Cambodia is set to reopen to tourism for residents of both China and South Korea...

How to leave Cambodia during Covid-19

How to leave Cambodia during Covid-19? While the world is slowly opening up and Cambodia in particular has raced towards getting people vaccinated, travel and thus leaving the Kingdom is...

7-Eleven Phnom Penh opening day jitters?

7-Eleven Phnom Penh opened officially today. By all accounts, there were jitters, a lack of stock, little innovation and even a Covid-19 scare. Not the ideal start for a South-East...

Phnom Penh Alcohol Ban Extended for 14 days

The Phnom Penh alcohol ban has been extended for another 14 days and will last until September 9th according to reports from local media. Aside from the alcohol ban (sob)...
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