What should I pay attention to when going to Cambodia?

Now many outbound tourists love to go to Southeast Asian countries, especially Thailand. Today, Xiaobian will talk to you about a country worth visiting in Southeast Asia except Thailand. Cambodia, Xiao Bian also thinks it is a Southeast Asian country worth visiting, so what should we pay attention to when going to Cambodia?

Cambodia is rich in history, culture and traditions. Among the seemingly simple and backward scenes, there are scenes left over from the era of the Khmer Rouge regime in Bobo, while retaining the French flavor of the French colony, and there are world-famous Angkor monuments here. Today, I will bring you a guide to Cambodia. Some friends who want to visit Cambodia, let's find out when it is suitable to travel to Cambodia and how the consumption level in Cambodia is.

when is it suitable to travel to Cambodia

November to April is the dry season and May to October is the rainy season. In dry season, the weather is fine, the rainfall is less, and it is cooler in the morning and evening, which is the best season for sightseeing. However, it should be noted that in the dry season, Angkor Wat's pools are almost dry, and Tonle Sap Lake is not rich in water, and ships from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap may be suspended.

November-March of the following year: it is cool and windy, and the temperature is similar to that in the Mediterranean. Generally speaking, it is the best season to travel here. However, it should be noted that during the peak period of Christmas and New Year, you should book your accommodation in advance.

July-August: Most parts of Cambodia are in the rainy season. Although it is very humid, the land is green. At this time, it is the busiest season on the southern coast, and western tourists take advantage of the school holiday to escape the heat.

April-June, September-October: April and May are the hottest seasons, and the highest temperature can reach 4℃, so tourists need to endure roasting. September and October are also rainy seasons, and terrible storms will cause floods.

What's the consumption level in Cambodia?

The consumption in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, is the highest. The price of small hotels and inns is about 6-12 dollars. The average person who eats in the riverside restaurant in Tonle Sap is 8 dollars, the bicycle rental is 1-2 dollars/day, and the French stick meat bun is 1 dollar. In short, the average person can live comfortably at $25 a day. Of course, there are many high-end hotels and restaurants in Phnom Penh, and the consumption is not capped. In Siem Reap, where Angkor Wat is located, a minimum of $15 per person per day can complete the travel plan.

Like most Asian countries, in many places in Cambodia, the US dollar is universal, and hotels, restaurants, scenic spots tickets, air tickets, boat tickets, taxis, motorcycles, souvenirs, etc. all accept US dollars. However, it will be cheaper for human tricycles and long-distance buses to pay with Riel, and individual restaurants also use Riel to mark the price.

when traveling in Cambodia, there is no clear stipulation on the payment of tips. Visitors can decide whether to pay the tip according to their own situation and service usage. Although the denomination of Cambodian banknotes is very large, they are actually worthless, so 5R, 1R and 2R banknotes can basically be regarded as change, and the tips paid to local tour guides, drivers and waiters are generally 1R and 2R. There is a local taboo that change is for beggars, so don't tip change.

tips on tourism in Cambodia

1. In order to make it more convenient and unforgettable for everyone to travel to Cambodia, the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism has set up 16 tourism information centers all over the country, including Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. Each center has arranged waiters who can help you. They can help you make plans and answer your questions. In addition, the center carries out free information brochures, maps, and tourist information about various provinces, accommodation and scenic spots.

2. The rainy season in Cambodia generally doesn't rain all day. It is usually sunny in the morning, and it begins to rain from noon to afternoon, sometimes the next afternoon, and sometimes it stops in a few hours. Angkor Wat in rainy season will have a different scene from that in dry season, and wet trees and stones will have a more quaint color and texture when photographed. In contrast, there are fewer tourists in the rainy season, and many hotels will cut prices. However, when it rains, the light is dark, which has a certain impact on taking pictures.

3. The weather in Cambodia is hot, and you will sweat a lot when you visit abroad. You have to change a coat almost every day, so you should bring enough clothes. Take a thin coat with long sleeves, which is very useful for sun protection. You can also wear it when you get up early to watch the sunrise in dry season, because the tuk-tuk car will drive fast and the wind will be strong. It is recommended to wear trousers, which is not only sun protection, but also convenient for climbing up and down the temple. The steps of many temples in Angkor Wat are steep, and it is easy for girls to climb the steps in skirts. When visiting Angkor, just wear ordinary sandals or sneakers, and many people wear flip-flops, but don't wear high heels. Bring a scarf to protect your face from the sun and dust. If you wear shorts or short skirts when climbing the third main tower of Angkor Wat, you can wrap it in a scarf.

4. Bribery at Cambodian border inspection is serious, and there is evidence that it is especially aimed at China people, which is really disgusting. Many tour guides suggest putting $1 in the passport of Cambodia's entry-exit border inspection office, which can smooth customs clearance. If you don't tip, you may face customs clearance trouble. In order not to encourage this trend, please pretend that you don't understand what he is saying. Generally, it will be released after a few minutes of stalemate.

5. You can choose landing visa at a cost of $3; Choose off-season travel, air tickets and hotels can be cheaper; Choosing an alley restaurant for dinner will save a lot of meals; Fruits can be bought on the way through the suburbs or at the farmers' market during the trip.

To go to Cambodia, you need all kinds of energy, because it is so wonderful. What is wonderful here? You will know when you come to Cambodia in person.