Our Destinations
SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA Selling Points: Temples of Angkor - UNESCO World Heritage A religious, historical and traditional capital of the Angkor Empire Amazing selection of hotels and character boutique properties Temples are a must-see but plenty of other activities on offer
Siem Reap Cycling the Temples and Countryside
Local Villages, Countryside Trail Riding, Zip lining, Scavenger Hunt Siem Reap
Pottery making, Temple or countryside Vespa Tour, Street Food Siem Reap
The Tonle Sap and its Floating Villages Siem Reap
Siem Reap Phare, the Cambodian Circus
Angkor Village Resort 4*+: - 80 rooms connecting - 5 min to City centre - Outdoor 250m river shaped pool - 2 restaurants - Spa, Sauna, Gym Sofitel Phokeethra 5*: - 238 rooms connecting & suites - Located just outside the town, 2 mins tuk tuk to the centre - Video games on tv in room - Huge swimming pool + kids pool - 4 bars & restaurants - Spa, Sauna, Gym
Navutu Dreams 4*: - 28 rooms connecting & suites - Located south east of town, 10min to city center - 3 swimming pools - Yoga and Acupuncture Victoria Angkor 4*+: - 130 rooms - Located in city, 5min from center - Swimming pool + kids pool - Gym, Spa, Sauna, Beauty salon - Free kids club 6am-6pm up to 12yrs, babysitting available
Sakmut Boutique 3*+: - 56 rooms family suites - Located 10min from city center - Swimming pool - Skybar - Ousdoor gym, Steam room, Sauna, Jaccuzzi, massage La Niche d Angkor 3*: - 40 rooms connecting - Located 4min to city centre - Swimming pool
BATTAMBANG CONNECTIVITY 2.5 hours from Siem Reap 6-8 hours from Siem Reap by boat (Oct-Mar only) 5 hours from Phnom Penh
BATTAMBANG Beautiful provincial town with some of the best colonial architecture in Cambodia. Some of the best hip art galleries Stunning rural countryside to get out and explore along with pre-angkorian sites
Temples & Architecture in Battambang - Cycle the city - Morning prayers with the monks - Visiting a Khmer heritage house - Learn about the colonial architecture & rural life
Bamboo train, Cyclo tour, Cooking class Siem Reap The Bamboo Train Fun way to see the Battambang countryside Bamboo platform on 8km long train tracks Takes around 1 hour so easily fitted into any itinerary Cooking class Morning market visit followed by learning how to cook 4 Khmer dishes Finishing with eating what you have cooked as well as receiving a local cook book Cyclo tour Explore a different side of Battambang s heart and history with a relaxing cyclo ride around the colonial streets, markets and temples. An audio set is provided giving an informative guide to the history and culture of this fascinating town.
Just outside of Battambang there are some stunning examples of 11th Century Angkorian architecture, such as Wat Ek Phnom and Wat Banan
Siem Reap Maison Wat Kor 4* A charming boutique with just 12 spacious rooms in an exceptional setting. Located in Wat Kor Village and situated amongst exotic gardens along with an inviting outdoor salt water pool
Bambu Hotel 3*+ Colonial boutique property with just 16 rooms in the heart of town. Beautiful central pool area & definitely worth a small upgrade to one of their suites!
2:15 hours from Siem Reap 2:15 hours from Battambang New & good roads!
Banteay Chhmar Selling Points: - Real off the beaten track rural experience - Homestays - Incredible temple & village activities
Homestay, Temples & Villages - Community based tourism homestay program - Incredible Angkorian temple complex - Take part & learn about local village activities including: cycling, ox cart rides, silk weaving, rice harvesting, bird watching, traditional music performances and much more! - Note: facilities are fairly basic
Phnom Penh Selling Points: Fascinating and booming capital Great range of hotel and brand names coming soon Superb choice of restaurants & bars Emotive visits to genocide museums, Royal Palace s, art galleries, sunset river cruises, stunning historic and modern architecture and so much more
Classic Highlight: visit the city by cyclo!
Silk Island, Traditional Apsara Shows Silk Island tour, Silk weaving Traditional Dancing & Shadow Puppets Cycling Phnom Penh s Islands
Around Phnom Penh Phnom Tamao Wildlife rescue center Oudong Mountain, the former Capital and its stunning stupas Tonle Bati picnic, temple visit, and Seametrey school attraction park
Deluxe Hotels - 5* Sofitel: - 201 rooms including conneting & suites - Central location - Next to Aeon Mall - 5 options of restaurants - Swimming pool, squash courts, tennis courts - Childrens Club - Outdoor playground Raffles Hotel Le Royal: - One of the most iconic & historical properties in Cambodia - Central location by Wat Phnom - 173 rooms & suites (including 2 bedroom suites) - 2 pools (one for children) - Iconic elephant bar
Superior Class Hotels - 4* Palace Gate : - 109 rooms - Located behind the Royal Palace by the Riverside - Swimming pool, spa, gym, sauna, steam room - Restaurant set in Colonial Villa Sun & Moon Urban Hotel : - Design Contemporary style - 79 rooms - Central location by Riverside - Rooftop pool and SkyBar
First Class Hotels - 3* & 3*+ Iroha Garden (3*+): - 27 rooms - 5min from Russian Market and Aeon Mall, 15min to Central Market - Swimming pool, massage - Beautiful garden - Very quiet area The Sangkum (3*): - Golden Era style (1950 s in Cambodia) - 12 rooms - Close to city center, Wat Phnom - Pool - Massage
SOUTH COAST & BEACHES KOH KONG KEP KAMPOT SIHANOUKVILLE
The Coast Koh Kong 4 hours from Phnom Penh 4 hours from Sihanoukville Kampot & Kep 2.5 hours from Phnom Penh 1.5 hours from Sihanoukville Sihanoukville & Koh Rong Direct flights from Siem Reap to Sihanoukville (once daily) 4 hours from Phnom Penh 45min to 1h boat ride between Sihanoukville and Koh Rong
Koh Kong Situated in the heart of the Cardamom Mountains (and just 30 mins from Thai border) and surrounded by forests, mangroves, rivers and waterfalls, a truly stunning part of Cambodia to experience away form the bustling towns and cities.
4 River Floating Lodge 4* Located a 30 minute boat ride along the Tatai River and surrounded by mountains and lush forests. Just 12 individual African style safari tents floating on the river.
KOH KONG ALTERNATIVE LODGES Rainbow Lodge - Only 7 lodges - All private balcony - Hammocks - Electric fans - En-suites - Amazing views & overlooking the river Tatai Riverfront - Just 5 individual bungalows - Over the water - Kayaks on hand for use anytime - Electric fans - En-suites - Amazing views of the river and surrounding mountains
Sihanoukville Activities Ream National Park Three Islands Tour Day on Koh Rong Island Sea Kayaking Cycling Relaxing on the beach!
Sihanoukville 3*+ hotels The White Boutique: - Lovely little contemporary boutique - On Otres 2 Beach with semi-private beach - 19 rooms including a Family SUite - Pool Naia : - 35 rooms including suites & family rooms - On Otres 2 Beach with semi-private beach - Outdoor pool - Children s playgroung and pool
Sihanoukville 4* hotels SokhaBeach Resort: - 392 rooms - Private beach - 2 swimming pools + kids pool - Offers water sports, tennis courts, bike rentals & kids club - Great option for families The Independence Hotel: - 113 rooms - Characteristic contemporary 1960 s feel - Located in the centre of a protected park - Own private beach - Offers kayaking, water sports, bike rentals - Cheaper than Sokha & a great option for the slightly budget conscious for a private beach stay
Koh Rong & Koh Rong Samloem Sok San Beach Resort on Koh Rong - Great standards - Mixture of Garden & Sea view Pavilions, Garden & Sea view Chalets, Lofts and 1 Villa. - Only resort on the bay - Stunning white sand beach - Helipad for helicopter transfers - Great range of activities kayaking, snorkelling, diving, sailing, jungle trekking, quad bikes & island hopping Sol Beach Resort on Koh Rong Samloem - 15 Cottage Villas - Great range of activities snorkelling, fishing, boating, jungle trekking - Restaurants and bars nearby
Upcoming Luxury Hotels on the Islands - Opening soon: - Alila Villa on Koh Russei (summer 2018) - Six Senses on Koh Krabei (summer 2018) - Royal Sands on Koh Rong (December 2017)
In and Around Kep & Kampot Koh Tunsay (Rabbit Island) - Incredible beaches - Crystal clear waters - Private seafood beach BBQ Bokor National Park Pepper plantations
In and Around Kep & Kampot Crab market in Kep Walking tour of Colonial Kampot & Sunset River cruise Kayaking, paddle boarding & rock climbing in Kampot Simply Relax!
Where to stay In Kep & Kampot Knai Bang Chatt & Sailing Club 4*+: - Very best of Kep properties 18 rooms - Sea front (no beach) - Infinity pool overlooking the sea - Barefoot luxury - Plenty of chillout space hammocks/day beds etc. - 5 min. walk to the crab market - Sailing club for water sports kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, mountain biking & volleyball Veranda Natural Resort 4* - 40 rooms including Private Pool Villas, and Private Bungalows - On the hill overlooking the coastline - 2 outdoor pools (inc. 1 infinity pool looking to the sea) - Kids club - Foothills of Kep national park - Short walk to the crab market & coast
Where to stay In Kep & Kampot Le Flamboyant 3*+ - Located on the main road to Kep - 28 Bungalows including a Family Bungalow - 2 Pools - Spa and fitness center - Lush garden Villa Vedici in Kampot 3* - 13 rooms including Family rooms - River front - Pool - Activites offered: pool table, kayak, wake board, water skiing - Big green garden
From Phnom Penh 3.5 hours to Kratie + 2.5 hours more to Mondulkiri (Sen Monorom)
KRATIE Irrawadi dolphins River cruise Rajabori Villas 3*+ - Located on Koh Trong Island, accessible by public of private boat - No cars or tuktuks on the island - 13 beautiful Traditional wooden Khmer villas - Swimming pool - No Air conditioning, only fans no wifi - Electricity provided from 6pm to 9am
Sen Monorom, Mondulkiri Elephant valley project: sanctuary with 10 elephants Jungle trek Boo Sra Waterfall Mayura Hills Resort 3*+ - 11 Suites including family suite - Swimming pool - Children playground - Small football field
WHY CAMBODIA FOR FAMILIES? Discover one of the least known destinations in Southeast Asia, where your visit still feels like adventure. Safe and easy travel Plenty of family friendly activities and hotels Tourism infrastructure and road network are constantly improving, easy travel between destinations. The Temples of Angkor are a must-see in Southeast Asia. But: There is much more to discover than just Angkor The people of Cambodia are most charming and adorable, and interaction between visitor and the local population is easy and much appreciated, particularly in the provinces, and PARTICULARLY WITH THE KIDS Cambodia is a destination where your visit can still make a difference!
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