Destination Phnom Penh

Sustainable Souvenirs to Buy in Southeast Asia – No, Not Elephant Pants

Sustainable Souvenirs to Buy in Southeast Asia and Market Shopping Tips. Luang Prabang Puppet Souvenirs. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo.

Sustainable souvenirs to buy in Southeast Asia include anything that’s handmade and handcrafted, fair trade and ethically-produced rather than factory-made, and locally created rather than imported. Traditional crafts, art and artisanal wares, along with eco-friendly, pre-loved, recycled, and up-cycled things are all good sustainable choices. Elephant pants are not. There’s a reason I’m singling out … Read more

Recalling Cambodians in Mourning for Beloved King Father Norodom Sihanouk

Late King Father Norodom Sihanouk's Commemoration – Recalling Cambodia in Mourning. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

Cambodia’s King Father Norodom Sihanouk died on 15 October 2012, bringing Cambodians together to mourn the loss of their beloved former king for 10 days in their capital Phnom Penh. On the anniversary of his passing, we thought we’d share the story of covering a nation in mourning for a British newspaper. In October 2012, … Read more