Do spend some time volunteering.
Don't hassle with making it to the temples for sunset and sunrise.
Do go out 2-3 hours before sunset to photograph the temples.
Don't bother over-packing.
Do bring flip-flops to slip off before entering restaurants/shops.
Don't stress about not knowing Khmer.
Do eat Khmer food.
Don't forget deoderant, headbands and extra contact lenses.
Do take advantage of a clean bathroom.
Don't buy gems unless you really know what you're doing.
Do get a tuk-tuk.
Don't spend all of your time in it.
Do bring small gifts for the children.
Don't give them money.
Do talk to everyone - local, tourist, traveler, volunteer.
Don't change your US dollars in for Cambodian Riels.
Do go to the Artisan Angkor workshop to understand the effort behind your souvenirs.
Don't miss The Soup Dragon's vegetarian spring rolls.
Do take a guide with you to the temples.
Don't forget to save US$25 for the airport departure fee.
2 comments:
This is helpful, particularly "Don't worry about not speaking Khmer." But what's a tuk tuk and why shouldn't I spend time in one?
A tuk-tuk is a small carriage that is hooked up to the back of a bicycle or moped. See the picture in the entry "Where's Andy?" It's a great way to see the city, but you do lose some special interactions (and pictures!) with the local people if you don't get out and walk.
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