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Lives in Siem Reap

Registration: 27 February 2015

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wmnorell replied to a thread
4 years ago
Mulder12345

Opinion: Living in Battambang over Siem Reap by Mulder12345

I assume Battambang is less expensive, and i noticed hotter in the summer, but has anyone who has or is living there have any input as to the pros and cons. I have lived in SR for 1.5 yrs now and it's same same. What is living in BB like? Just a ...

wmnorell

Thanks for the info. Read More

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4 years ago
Mulder12345

Opinion: Living in Battambang over Siem Reap by Mulder12345

I assume Battambang is less expensive, and i noticed hotter in the summer, but has anyone who has or is living there have any input as to the pros and cons. I have lived in SR for 1.5 yrs now and it's same same. What is living in BB like? Just a ...

wmnorell

Did you get your hernia operation in Cambodia? I need one but so far I don't have the $1500 or so..... Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
5 years ago
hdgh29

Motorbike in Siem Reap by hdgh29

I know that it is currently illegal for expats to rent motorbikes in Siem Reap, but I dont know about just riding one in the city. If I own a motorbike in Phnom Penh and bring it to SR, can I ride it legally? And yes I am aware that some expats do ...

wmnorell

I've been riding my moto here for 4 1/2 years with no problems. Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
5 years ago
hdgh29

Motorbike in Siem Reap by hdgh29

I know that it is currently illegal for expats to rent motorbikes in Siem Reap, but I dont know about just riding one in the city. If I own a motorbike in Phnom Penh and bring it to SR, can I ride it legally? And yes I am aware that some expats do ...

wmnorell

The police do helmet check all the time and collect a small fine from people who are too vain or stupid to wear a helmet. They don't check for a Cambodian driver's license or registration card unless you are in an accident. Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
5 years ago
Anne-Lise Mty

The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. by Anne-Lise Mty

The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. Hey everyone in Cambodia, I am Anne-Lise from the editorial team at Expat.com and I am writing to you regarding a survey we’re running on repatriation perspectives of expats. Would you be able ...

wmnorell

Survey is closed. Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
Chappo

Vaccines for Cambodia by Chappo

Hay all going over for 1 year could be longer for work will be outdoors/farms most of the time been told by my local GP here in Australia I should get them done Hepatitis shots malaria Japanese encephalitis What's your thoughts on this as time ...

wmnorell

TB booster shot good idea. Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
james1963

What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963

Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...

wmnorell

On his YouTube channel about retiring in Thailand, JC points out the value of getting an occasional massage from a legitimate therapist to address the basic human need for physical affection/touch. Men in the US are taught to suppress this need, or ... Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
james1963

What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963

Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...

wmnorell

PeterCambo: very interesting post...a little harsh and cynical but based on your real experiences so helpful to read. For myself, I think maybe the Western idea of "love" and all the "soul mate" crap i brought with me to ... Read More

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7 years ago
james1963

What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963

Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...

wmnorell

Paul Griffin: Took me 30 months...older is not always wiser. My daughter, 46 with her MA in psychology is always telling me to set up boundaries to protect myself and make sure I get what I want out of a relationship. LOL :) Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
james1963

What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963

Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...

wmnorell

You started out asking what Cambodian women want from their friend, and then used the word "boyfriend." There is a big difference in how a friend and how a boyfriend are expected to behave by the two people involved and also by the people ... Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

How has your life changed in Cambodia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Cambodia? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...

wmnorell

Consider yourself lucky it was only $1000....an expensive lesson but worth learning. Good fortune to u....your generous heart will recover....:) Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

How has your life changed in Cambodia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Cambodia? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...

wmnorell

I would give it a +10. Turns out I brought all my unsolved life problems with me when I retired here 2 years ago: self-destructive addictions and all.... Can I make a happy life for myself on a $600 a month Social Security income here in Siem Reap? ... Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Cambodia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Cambodia? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate ...

wmnorell replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Cambodia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Cambodia? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate ...

wmnorell

Hahaha... thanks. I wish I could apply my "smarts" to the world outside my head LOL... Turns out I brought all my "emotional baggage" with me from the US...so it's a real struggle to have a happy retirement here and not just ... Read More

wmnorell replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Cambodia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Cambodia? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate ...

wmnorell

I believe based on reading about the subject and some personal experiences, that a society based on oppression such as that found in Cambodia, beginning with the French colonial period and extending to the current domination by Vietnamese elites, ... Read More