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Welcome To The Kingdom Of Cambodia

Your Dreams Can Become Reality In Cambodia

Cambodian Guide Services

Enjoy learning the history and viewing the many wonders of Cambodia with an experienced guide, fluent in English and Thai.
Hi ! I am Mr. Sowanna Yun. I have been hosting guests to our country for over 10 years, and would enjoy sharing our cultural riches with you and your friends. Let me begin by providing some information about our country in the "Temple" and "Cambodia" webpage selections. Welcome your call or email with questions and I am happy to assist with trip planning.
Enjoy my introduction to Cambodia and thrill its unique wonders that are an easy email, call and plane trip away. Your guide to Cambodia,
Mr. Sowanna Yun.

I am a Cambodian who can speak three languages: Khmer, English and Thai and work as professional guide in Siem Reap - Cambodia.

Special thanks to KI-MEDIA NEWS who posted my website on the information.
http://www.ki-media.blogspot.com/2008/12/need-guide-for-angkor-wat-and-siem-reap.html

Mr. Sowanna Yun, English and Thai speaking guide in Siem Reap - Angkor - Cambodia.
sowanna012@yahoo.com Tel:+ 855-12768193, 012768193
Address : H# 0241, Group 07, Chong Kao Sou village, Slar Kram Commune,Siem Reap town, Siem Reap Province.

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Introduction To Cambodia

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Welcome To the Kingdom of Cambodia

- Land areas : 181,035 square kilometer`s that border with the countries of Thailand, Lao and Vietnam.
- Capital city : Phnom Penh
- Population : Over 14 million in 2008
- Official language : Khmer
- Second language : English and French
- Religion : Buddhism : 90 percent
- Cambodian currency : Riel
- Measurement : Metric system
- Time : GMT + 7 hours
- Electricity : High voltage 220v/50hz
- Country code : 855
Prepared by Mr. Sowanna Yun, English and Thai speaking guide in Siem Reap - Angkor - Cambodia. E-mail : sowanna012@yahoo.com

Getting Into Cambodia

CAMBODIAN VISA AND TRANSIT VISA

As long as your passport has not expired, Cambodian visa can be obtained at Arrival in Siem Reap Airport, Phnom Penh Airport and border crossing checkpoint with Thailand, Vietnam and Loas. The price of a Cambodian Visa is US$ 20 can use 30 days in Cambodia.

FLIGHT SERVICES

Direct flight to Siem Reap - Angkor

Cambodia Angkor Air.com is a joint venture between Cambodia and Vietnam Airlines.More Info.
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malaysia airlines.com
thai airways.com
silk air.com

Bus Services

Bus travel is now the most popular means of overland transport between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. The road (National Route #6) is paved and smooth and there are several regularly scheduled daily buses in both directions, taking only 5 or 6 hours to make the trip.

River Ferry

Daily ferries runs on the Tonle Sap river and lake between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and Battambang province. The end of the trip is marked by a hill, Phnom Krom, near the ferry dockyard at Chong Khneas 12 km south of Siem Reap. During the dry season when the water is low, the ferry stops short of the dockyard and passengers transfer to smaller boats to traverse the final few hundred meter

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Cambodia shares overland border crossings with Thailand at Poipet, Koh Kong, O'smach, Pailin, Kam Reang and Unlung Veng checkpoint. Cambodia shares an overland border crossing with Vietnam at Bavet and Moc Bai checkpoint.Cambodia shares an overland border crossing with Lao country at Voeung Kam checkpoint.
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Banking and Money
Riels are used as the Cambodian currency. The Riel notes start from 100 and go all the way to 100,000. The notes are as follows:
100, 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000. The Exchange rate is 1 USD = 4,000Riel. US dollars are a widely used currency in Cambodia , but you will need some Cambodian Riels to make small purchases. 500 and 1000 Riels note are the most common and useful denominations. Hotels and most restaurants set prices in US dollars. Some places accept credit cards
and traveler cheque. Master Card and American Express are coming into wider use. Most businesses charge a 2% to 4% fee to accept credit cards.
Communication
Cambodian country calling country code is 855. International calls run less than $3 per minute. Local calls are 500 Riel/ minute and domestic long distances are $1 per minute. Some of the Internet places offer very inexpensive Internet phone service.
Materials and Clothes
Cambodia is a hot country so you do not need to bring winter clothing with you. Wear light, airy, clothing to protect yourself from the sun. The sun can be intense so bring a hat, and sunglasses. Carry an umbrella or raincoat with you during the wet season, wear practical shoes for climbing narrow steps and walking on uneven surfaces. Photographers should prepare for very bright light outdoor and heavily shadowed indoor photography, bring very low and high ASA films, a lens sun shield and a couple of extra batteries.
Working Hour
Cambodian offices and others start to open their offices at 7:30AM to 11:30AM. Resting at afternoon to start it again at 14:00PM to 17:00PM closed Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Cambodia standard time is seven hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. It is in the same time zone as Vietnam , Laos and Thailand .

Religion

The religion governed the concept and execution of all Khmer art and architecture is enhanced by an understanding of the religious beliefs of the Khmers.
According to belief, when a person died his soul was reincarnated and his spirit became free. The former religious practices, which were adopted in Cambodia at a later date recognized a common belief in rebirth , the idea that one is born again and again in different forms. At the present time, 90% of the
the Cambodian people are of the Buddhist religion. Hinduism for the most part has gone away.
Food Facts
In Cambodia , 90% of the population depends on their own agriculture. Their main source of food is rice, which they grow only once a year. This is only through the rainy season, which starts in May and ends in October. The Cambodian's only grow enough rice to feed 85% of their population with about 2 meals a day. The rice grown is 90% rice paddy and 10% glutinous rice.
Climate
Cambodia has tropical weather, which makes the country very warm and humid. The maximum temperature ranges from 26.5oc to 27.5oc (April is the hottest month) and the minimum temperature ranges from 24oc to 26.5oc (December is the coolest month). These temperatures can vary in mountainous and plateau areas. Because Cambodia 's seasons are affected by monsoons they are not too hot or too cool. In Cambodia , the temperature changes less than 4c, through out the year so it is very suitable for tourists.
Cambodia has two main seasons:
Dry season: From November to April, affected by dry wind, which blows from Siberi (Northeast Monsoon).
Rainy season: From May to October, affected by wind bringing rain, which blows from the sea to the continent (Southwest Monsoon). The two seasons might change a little from year to year and area to area.

If you want to know more information from our country, Please come and pick up our services. You will not be disappointed in visiting Cambodia. More details with Sowanna Yun, an experienced guide over 10 years in history and culture.

E-mail : sowanna012@yahoo.com

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Transport & Guide Services

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Welcome To The Kingdom Of Cambodia

Your Dreams Can Become Reality In Cambodia

Cambodian Guide Services

Hi. to all our friendly Readers, We are very pleased that you have taken the time to read about our private transport services. Please send me any inquiries you might have. We will be only to happy to reply and give you any information on Cambodia that you require. Come and immerse yourself in the experience that is Cambodia .

1. Private Transport with A/C Car

2. Private Transport with A/C Mini van ( 8,12 , 15 seat )

3. Bus Services ( 25,35, and 45 seat )

4. Official Tour Guide

Know when prices drop on the trips you want

Please find A Great Deal from Cambodian Guide Services.

Official Tour Guide - English & Thai Speaking

Half Day Tour : US$ 15 per group
Full Day Tour : US$ 30 per group
Extra charge for Sunrise : US$ 5 per group

Please Note: Taxi or moto drivers are not allowed to guide tourists in the Angkor Park. If you need a guide; these must be booked in advance as none are available within the Temples. The cost of a fully licensed guide as descriptions.
We recommend that you use our quality services. No money required in advance. Cambodia is becoming a very popular tourist destination to avoid disappointment and delays. Book with our reliable and professional guides.

If you need other languages, please send me a query.

Different Languages

- Chinese Speaking Guide

- German Speaking Guide

- French Speaking Guide

- Russian Speaking Guide

- Spainish Speaking Guide

Private Transport Services

Airport, Ferry boat,Bus station pick up & Transfer Services

- Car 4 Seats

- US$ 7 per car

- Van 8 ,12 and 15 Seats

- US$ 10 per van

- 4 wheel drive

- US$ 15

If you stay in our country more days , free pick up and transfer

- Classical Tour Angkor Areas.

- Half Day Tour

- Car : 4 Seats

- US$ 15 per car

- Full Day Tour

- US$ 30 per car

- Van : 8, 12 and 15 Seats

- Half Day Tour

- US$ 20 per van

- Full Day Tour

US$ 40 per van

Bus : 25 , 35 and 45 Seats

Half Day Tour

US$ 35 per bus

Full Day Tour

US$ 70 per bus

Our best transport and Guide services deals

Pick up from and Transfer to any destination you require.
- Pick Up From Siem Reap International Airport
- Pick up from Cambodian - Thai border
- Pick up from Cambodian - Vietnamese border
- Pick up from Phnom Penh Airport and visit one or more days in Phnom Penh and come to Siem Reap - Angkor. etc

Please contact us @ : sowanna012@yahoo.com . I will reply to you within 24 hours. Please give us one week notice or more than one week.

We can offer you a special price.

Transport + Guides

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Hotel Services

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Welcome To The Kingdom Of Cambodia

Your Dreams Can Become Reality In Cambodia

Cambodian Guide Services

Siem Reap - Angkor has an ever-growing number of hotel and guesthouse rooms, and a variety that is wide enough satisfy all tastes and requirements. There are now several three star , four star and five star hotels in Siem Reap town, especially along the airport road and Angkor road and old market areas.Less expensive mid-range rooms with A/C, Cable TV and hot water are available in a variety of styles and looks and begins at around US$30 or US$60 but average US$60 - US$120. More expensive usually means newer, more stylish rooms and more hotel services. Budget guesthouse,usually Khmer family-run, cost US$15 - US$25 per night. Dozens of budget places are scattered across town.
If you are interested in the hotels and Guesthouse, please send me a query .We are very pleased to reply to all of your Questions and Queries within 24 hours. All budgets can be caterd for. We look forward to seeing you soon. I will act as your agent in package holiday/Tours in Siem Reap - Angkor and Phnom Penh city. If you wish to , Please contact us with your requirements.

Top to bottom, we think these deals are the best bargains

Special Offers

Transport and English Speaking GuideFrom The First Of September 2009 UNTIL

30th May 2010

Our best hotel deals

Hotel Room

Know when prices drop on the trips you want

1. A/C Car : 4 Seat

2. A/C Mini van : 8,12 and 15 seat

3. English Speaking Guide

4. Thai Speaking GuidePlease send me any inquiries and find A Great Deal from Cambodian Guide Services.

I will offer you a spcial Tour Itinerary and price.

Please give me one week notice or more than one week. Less than one week I will not accept any booking.

Email :@

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Tourist Police Office

A police station is located opposite the main Entrance/Admission Station to the Angkor Archaeological National Park. Hand Phone Number: 012-402424, 012-969991, 012-838768.

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