Cambodia is gifted with a generous section of the mighty Mekong, and with all the blessings it provides come hundreds of river islands. In our journey so far, we have showcased two of the most well-known among them–Phnom Penh’s Koh Dach and Kampong Cham’s Koh Paen. This time round, we want to take you up [...]
When it comes to a weekend getaway out of Phnom Penh, we often think of farther destinations such as Kampot or Kirirom, which usually takes around 3 to 4 hours by car or bus to get to. Yet, a great place to escape to is within our immediate reach, Koh Dach. Koh Dach is a [...]
The sky was still dark when we got up to prepare for our day-long journey. It was mid-June, so rains could be expected almost every day, especially in coastal areas like Kampot. But despite the odds, the trip was much worth the try. So with snacks, water, scarves, hats, and PONCHOS in our bag, we [...]
Traveling via the refurbished-1960s train by Royal Railway is one of the options to get to Kampot. If you would love to sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Cambodian countryside, it is the ideal option. Like many people who were excited to try out the revived passenger railway, we decided to board the [...]
When we think of a serene place to visit, we often think of a remote island or mountain far, far away. However, a peaceful retreat can be within our immediate reach. In my case, it is Koh Paen (literally "Paen" island), a renowned river island in the Upper Mekong opposite to Kampong Cham town, just [...]
