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The capital city of Siem Reap Province in northwestern Cambodia and the gateway to Angkor.

Siem Reap.

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Casual Khmer language classes or language exchange in Siem Reap?

As always on my travels I like to study the local language, as usual I don't have a budget that allows the prices of "proper" courses or individual tutors. So I'm wondering if there's some organization or club that meets to help foreigners learn…
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Recommended destinations located close to Siem Reap, Cambodia

My wife and I are planning an "adventure" honeymoon to South East Asia in February 2012. We have our eye currently on Angkor Wat (Siem Reap, Cambodia). Our honeymoon will be for 2 weeks and we are interested to hear what other places in the…
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Where is the "Office for Foreign Aliens" in Siem Reap, Cambodia?

I'm currently in Siem Reap, Cambodia with six days validity left on my visa and I've decided to pay the $45 for an extension since I like it here and since with the weekend starting and then Tet starting in Vietnam with a slew of public holidays I…
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How to get to Battambang from Siem Reap?

I have found a route to Battambang from Siem Reap via Phnom Penh. Is that the only way?
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Strep in Siem Reap, Cambodia

I have strep throat in Siem Reap, Cambodia. I've had a pretty bad fever when not taking Ibuprofen, and I have a painful swollen throat with white bacterial mats. I also have had other problems, which I think stemmed from stupid decisions (not…
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Boat from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap in April

Just wondering if it is possible to do this route in April or is it too dry then/is the weather OK? Also, where are agents in Phnom Penh I can book this? I've heard very mixed stories about safety/comfort as well - any recent update on this?
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Is it possible to drive your own motorbike in/around Siem Reap?

According to this site: Tourists are no longer allowed to rent motorcycles or cars, or drive a vehicle in Siem Reap. I have read several blog posts about Angkor Wat and that's the first time I have read this. Currently, is it true?
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How to get to Siem Reap (Angkor Wat) from Pakse by land?

If I'm in the south of Laos and would like to go to Siem Reap, what are my options by land? (include river boat if necessary in my 'by land' definition). I've found one which is going from Pakse to Stueng Traeng and then connecting with Siem Reap,…
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Cambodia Angkor Air: Da Nang to Siem Reap direct flights only until October 2023?

I was looking for a direct flight from Da Nang (DAD) to Siem Reap (REP) in December, but it seems that there are no direct flights at all after October 15th 2023. Is that really the case, does anyone know what's going on there, or why no company is…
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Need cycling route options from Bangkok to Siem Reap (via Poi Pet)

I am planning a cycle trip from Bangkok to Angkor Vat next week crossing the border at Aranyaprathet/Poi Pet. I need some help in choosing the route to take, and my preference would be to take a scenic route which is not too traffic congested or…
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Is there any interesting place to stop between Siem Reap and Bangkok?

Travel from Siem Reap (Cambodia) to Bangkok (Thailand) could take you the whole day (by bus/train). I'm wondering if there is any sightseeing between Siem Reap and Bangkok where I can stop, sleep one night and then continue my travel. The idea is…
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Cambodia E-visa: new SAI airport missing from entry port list, can I use REP?

The new SAI airport is missing from the list of airports at https://www.evisa.gov.kh/application Can I apply with the now closed REP as the port of entry? I assume this has already happened to many travelers this week.
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How long does it take to get a tourist visa in Siem Reap?

I am planning on visiting Siem Reap and am trying to decide whether to apply in advance for a visa or upon arrival in Siem Reap. I am a US citizen arriving by plane. This site seems to indicate it is actually slightly cheaper to apply in person…
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Is Siem Reap (REP) open? Otherwise, how to access Angkor Wat?

Google does not show flights to/from Siem Reap (REP). Is that airport active? If not, what is the best way access Angkor Wat?
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