@KevinAllen
American expat in Cambodia
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Registration: 04 September 2014
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Tips and advice to thrive in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Cambodia? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Your life in Cambodia or anywhere on Earth is more about Y-O-U than anyone or anything else. My advice.... Stay busy. Be tolerant of the shortcomings and small annoyances (like the heat, trash and loud music at 4:30AM), or you will be miserable and ... Read More
INTRODUCING MYSELF - In PP end of April by TravelGirl66
Hello, My name is Kimberly, from the USA, Virginia.. I'm a soon to be EXPAT, and coming to Phnom Penh the end of April 2016.. My New Adventure/Life will begin there... I plan to start my journal after my Dad, drops me off at the airport ...
Welcome: Things will work out perfectly I am certain. Just be safe like you would in any urban place in Earth. Learn a little of the language and smile. You'll be fine. I am in Siem Reap if you are up this way. Read More
Tuk tuk to airport cost from night market aeea by Wimbleton
Hi any general price for tuk tuk to airport in the evening ?
Walk if you are fit at all. Its a good one hour walk and you'll see a lot of the city, people and sights you'll miss on a tuktuk and never get to see while you are here. Evening/night is especially best as it is cool and pleasant. You can ... Read More
I am fishing for opinions by Rudius
I am a 32 year old well-mannered middle-class divorced man living in the United States. I have nearly lost all tolerance for american women. I find them shallow, self-absorbed, self-important, and unappreciative, among other things. I am ...
Come and live over here. Learn something of the language, culture and nature of the people. And in the course of your life here you might find a Khmer woman you can love who will love you back. It's certainly not something you can plan... or do ... Read More
Sound Proofing foam by russ01
Hi folks. Anyone out there know where I can get sheets/sections of sound proofing foam in PP? You know, the egg tray shaped stuff. For our very rowdy classrooms. Cheers Rust
I couldn't use that much if they are 4x8 feet dimensions. If you want to sell 4 advise your price. I am in Siem Reap. Text 096 216 5252 Read More
Sound Proofing foam by russ01
Hi folks. Anyone out there know where I can get sheets/sections of sound proofing foam in PP? You know, the egg tray shaped stuff. For our very rowdy classrooms. Cheers Rust
Sorry I can't help you. But I would like to find some in Siem Reap.for sound recording. Read More
sharing my experience in Cambodia by Ingrid15
I've been here for 5 weeks now in Phnom Penh. The locals are generally lovely people. The tuktuk and motorbike guys....not so much. Unfortunately I recently had my bag knifed open, but thankfully the very pretty group of thieving women got ...
Probably do better looking on the net using Google. Then Skype with people you contact. Everybody's connected these days. Google "teacher work Vietnam". Read More
sharing my experience in Cambodia by Ingrid15
I've been here for 5 weeks now in Phnom Penh. The locals are generally lovely people. The tuktuk and motorbike guys....not so much. Unfortunately I recently had my bag knifed open, but thankfully the very pretty group of thieving women got ...
The moto guys are easy to deal with. #1 never get on a motorbike. If you get hurt you're finished in Cambodia (3rd world). Lots of people get hurt and die coming off of motorbikes. Take my advice never get on a motorbike except in dire need. If ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
Unfortunate nasty experience. However one should not become a prisoner in their apartment because of it. I have lived in the 3rd world for years and have heard a 1,000 stories like yours. There are probably lots of reasons (poor excuses) why no ... Read More
sending mail from the states by gifford
Hi all, I am looking for the most economical and secure way to get a credit card sent from USA to Phnom Pehn. Thanks Gifford
Your bank should deliver it by Fedex for free. Just tell them. Read More
Writing a book on expat "mistakes and observations" in Cambodia! by lindascott2
Hello, I have the idea of writing a short book (or longer, depending on the responses I get!) on expats and their "mistakes, warnings, and/or observations" that they've seen. I'd really appreciate anything that would be ...
The person who started this thread is conning us. We're writing the book not her. She admittedly knows nothing about the subject and has nothing to contribute, but believes she can make some money or fame "writing" a book. What ... Read More
Writing a book on expat "mistakes and observations" in Cambodia! by lindascott2
Hello, I have the idea of writing a short book (or longer, depending on the responses I get!) on expats and their "mistakes, warnings, and/or observations" that they've seen. I'd really appreciate anything that would be ...
I'm on the girls' side.... except for out-right theft, that is a one-off stealing cash or property. But often that is the fault of the victim too for carelessly leading them into temptation by leaving his cell phone or wallet laying around. ... Read More
BAGELS! by madmax888
I dream about an honest-to-goodness East Coast American Bagel.., I keep telling these Khmers that a roll with a hole is NOT a bagel. Does anyone know if there are any REAL bagel places in this country? I know of ONE in Bangkok, run by a man named ...
I think you want dough that does not use yeast but uses baking powder which is much easier to make. Its a harder dry dough. But the key is boiling the the bagels until they float, then baking them. As to your concern about the flavor of the dough. ... Read More
BAGELS! by madmax888
I dream about an honest-to-goodness East Coast American Bagel.., I keep telling these Khmers that a roll with a hole is NOT a bagel. Does anyone know if there are any REAL bagel places in this country? I know of ONE in Bangkok, run by a man named ...
Why not just tell your bakers to boil their roll-with-a-hole in water until it floats and then bake it until rich brown. Coat it with whatever you want before baking. I'm sure for a dollar they would be happy to learn how to make a bagel. Read More
Writing a book on expat "mistakes and observations" in Cambodia! by lindascott2
Hello, I have the idea of writing a short book (or longer, depending on the responses I get!) on expats and their "mistakes, warnings, and/or observations" that they've seen. I'd really appreciate anything that would be ...
Like I said it sounded expensive. So she conned out of enough money to pay for school for a week. Read More