Phnom Penh’s Best Cafes and Bars

Lime Cafe off the lobby of the Lebiz Hotel, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Phnom Penh's Best Cafes and Bars. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

Part of what makes Phnom Penh such a cool, cosmopolitan city is its drinking scene – the place is brimming with buzzy cafés and bars. By day, there’s a lively coffee house culture, and come sunset, everyone’s sipping cocktails at the city’s many rooftop bars. Here’s our guide to Phnom Penh’s best cafes and bars we’ve tried … Read more

Eating Out in Phnom Penh

Eating Out in Phnom Penh. Malis Restaurant, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

For most visitors, eating out in Phnom Penh comes as a pleasant surprise for a city of its small size. The Cambodian capital boasts an abundance of excellent restaurants, from casual alfresco eateries to fancier fine diners. While there are plenty of restaurants serving wonderful Cambodian cuisine, a bonus for those who have been travelling for a while is … Read more

Shopping the Chicest Boutiques in Phnom Penh – An Itinerary

Shopping the Chicest Boutiques in Phnom Penh – An Itinerary. Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

We flew to Phnom Penh from Bangkok to do a story for an Asian travel magazine for a section called The Buzz, which meant we had to cover places that hummed – the best, busiest, most talked-about spots in the city. These are the chicest boutiques in Phnom Penh right now and here’s the best way to shop … Read more

Monday Memories – Photographing Phnom Penh in the Wet Season

Wet Season in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

We arrived in Phnom Penh at the start of the wet season. I looked at my iPhone’s weather report and every day was represented by the thunderstorm symbol. At this time of year it can rain every two out of three days. And it did. We were on assignment to do a magazine travel feature, … Read more

The Best Phnom Penh Markets

The Best Phnom Penh Markets. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

Like all South East Asian cities, the Cambodian capital has a few standout markets that are worth a wander to soak up the atmosphere, snack at the food stalls, and, naturally, shop for souvenirs. Here’s our mini-guide to the best Phnom Penh markets for visitors to the city. The Best Phnom Penh Markets The Night … Read more