ben2b
Canadian looking for information about Cambodia
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Preah Sihanouk
Speaks English, A little Thai (nit noi)
Registration: 19 May 2018
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Sihanoukville....still an ok retirement venue. by hdgh29
I am planning on retiring in Cambodia in about a year. Always loved living by the sea so been looking at Sihanoukville. But been reading some bad press about how it's changing. Is it really as bad as everyone seems to make out.? And what would ...
Hello MealsDavis.. Yeah, I've been looking at Da Nang and other sea-side locations in Vietnam, many of which look very appealing to me. The only real concern I have is that Vietnam doesn't have a bona fide 'retirement visa' in place ... Read More
Sihanoukville....still an ok retirement venue. by hdgh29
I am planning on retiring in Cambodia in about a year. Always loved living by the sea so been looking at Sihanoukville. But been reading some bad press about how it's changing. Is it really as bad as everyone seems to make out.? And what would ...
Yeah, Joe could be right about the 2 to 3 year time frame! I've watched several recent videos (2019) posted on YouTube (by local and foreign visitors) to Sihanouk town. - What they are showing and saying about the ongoing conditions has not ... Read More
Mail-Order Goods from USA -- Need Agent to Cover Import & Duties by Trevor2522
I want to buy personal consumer goods and foodstuffs from Amazon.com and other American suppliers. Therefore I need a reliable freight forwarder in the US, who has a Cambodian agent who can clear customs and deliver in Phnom Penh -- preferably for ...
I'd be interested in this too! Hopefully a few members with experience will jump in here. Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
twinsguy20, Again, I appreciate all that you advised as well as your positive comments and experience about Cambodia and your feelings for the Khmer people. Your confidence for Cambodia goes a long way in building my own. Hey, I'd be more ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
Hello twinsguy20, Thank you for adding your commentary and advice regarding my posting. - I agree whole hardheartedly with your comments and sentiments for Cambodia. After having now received your further cautionary advice about ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
@JoeKhmer, "A golden rule for foreigners, tourists or expats, is: stay away from politics and demonstrations." I get it Joe.. really! Thanks again for your 'straight-up' feedback. - Much appreciated. ben2b On to better topics ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
Hey Joe, I know what your saying. I've seen Drew's other comments in various threads and I can see he has some, shall I say.. 'strong opinions' about the people and culture of Cambodia. - I also see that many of his posts are ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
Okay, I think I get it now.. and how I might deal with any 'sensitivity' .. DrewCG, thank you for the little 'Khmer psychology lesson'. - Great insights.. and good points! Exactly what I was looking for. - Believe it or not, ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
Thanks DrewCG300, that's one of the things I was wondering about. - So I should be OK for the most part while making a nuisance of myself.. Cool.! - It's not like I post this stuff on YouTube for the world to see. - It's just family ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
Hi Joe, or anyone.. .. Okay, I understand the etiquette of asking permission if taking photo's (Vid's) of individuals, or groups of people beforehand, and that has been my practice. - I know that walking in a dark alley at 3 am with a ... Read More
Phnom Penh Safety by dcracken1
After my trip to Central America at the end of this month I was considering a trip to South east Asia around August. I am a solo male traveler in my late 30's. CAn anyone comment on safety in terms of walking around during the day and at night. ...
@Joe Khmer, Maybe slightly off topic here Joe.. but being your are a photographer, I have two questions: I like to use a smartphone camera on a gimbal to do video captures of street scene activity as well as scenic shots out in the countryside. ... Read More
Getting Desktop PC from Sydney to Siem Reap by D&B_movetoasia
Hi We’ve been given quite a few Desktop PCs for a school we help support just out of Siem Reap. Can anyone offer advice on the most cost effective way of getting them to PP or SR. We can pick them up and deliver and set them up when ...
@Sidewalker, by sending in the mail, did this go through customs? - Were there import duties charged? And about how much? Read More
Retirement visa 2017 by Kurterino
Is there any more information available on retirement visa requirements? I was on this page about the requirements for 2017 (http://www.movetocambodia.com/planning-your-move-to-cambodia/cambodia-visas/#types), where it says: "ER visa. The new ...
"Greetings everyone" I'm brand new to the site. Been enjoying the site from the get-go. Really appreciate the down to earth info your provide Joe. Removed much of the mystery for me around Cambo immigration and visas. Been ... Read More