Must-See Documentaries About Cambodia
Cambodia is a fascinating country. Many who visit fall in love with the luscious green rice fields, the smiles of the local people and the relatively low cost of living. However,…
Exposing children to abuse as voluntourists
The Cambodian women shuddered as the photo came on the screen of young foreign women holding Cambodian children in their arms. “Sally, we would never want other people to hold…
Three Fantastic Khmer Albums to Stream on iTunes
AWAKE | Laura Mam Laura Mam is a Cambodian-American songwriter/singer/guitarist who was born and raised in the United States. Several years ago, she made the move to Cambodia, and has gained…
The Weaknesses of Men and Women in Cambodia
“The biggest weakness in Khmer men is they think with their eyes. The biggest weakness in Khmer women is they think with their ears.” This was the response a workmate…
Things I Miss About Cambodia
Greeting people with respect In Cambodia, you traditionally greet people with your hands together and placed in front of yourself (from the chest upwards) as a sign of respect. I…