In Cambodia epic urban landscapes unearthed by airborne archaeologists have rocked the archaeological world and we had an exclusive on the story for The Guardian. A recent airborne laser scanning survey of remote temples has produced remarkable outcomes, rewriting the history books and capturing the imaginations of intrepid travellers. Lara and I have been covering … Read more
A petition to end elephant riding was started after an elephant called Sambo, whose job was to carry tourists around Angkor Archaeological Park, home to Angkor Wat near Siem Reap, collapsed and died. We are posting here to ask our readers to sign it. We’re posting here to ask you to help end elephant riding at Angkor … Read more
One of the questions we most get asked by readers is how to get to Siem Reap, Cambodia, the gateway to Angkor Wat and departure point for excursions into nearby Angkor Archaeological Park. Here’s what you need to do. Every day we get contacted by people planning a trip to Asia and at the moment we’re getting … Read more
What’s the best camera gear for photographing Angkor Wat and the other Angkor Archaeological Park temples is the first question I get asked by readers and friends heading to Siem Reap who are into photography. As a pro travel photographer of decades experience, and a Cambodian resident of 12 years who has been to the … Read more
You don’t have to be religious to undertake spiritual travel and seek out transcendental experiences. Here are some ideas for travellers seeking enlightenment in Cambodia, the predominantly Buddhist country that is home to stupendous Angkor Wat. Spiritual Travel – Transcendental Experiences in Cambodia Sunrise at the largest religious structure in the world There is something uplifting … Read more