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Kimleang

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Cambodian

Lives in Phnom Penh

Registration: 13 March 2011

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Kimleang replied to a thread
10 years ago
phana07

job hunting by phana07

Hello, I moved to pp 2 months ago and I am looking for work. From Australia fluent in English both written and spoken. Can speak the Khmer language. Background is health but would love to do something different. Can anyone offer advice on where to ...

Kimleang

hi there: Send me your CV to leang@hotelcara.com and I'll see what I can do!! I know people in F&B, Insurance, Advertising, night club and film production. Cheers, Leang Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
12 years ago
Wild_1

Bringing a car into Cambodia? by Wild_1

Hi all, Have any of you ever brought your car to Cambodia or know what the requirements are? What about duties on personal vehicles? Thanks in advance. Howie

Kimleang

Hi Howie, I was once a car enthusiast and totally understand your feeling about a particular car. If you are in Cambodia, check with Mr. Piseth of Asia Garage 012 223 113 to see if he can order one for you or help you import yours for a fee. He ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
12 years ago
Wild_1

Bringing a car into Cambodia? by Wild_1

Hi all, Have any of you ever brought your car to Cambodia or know what the requirements are? What about duties on personal vehicles? Thanks in advance. Howie

Kimleang

Hi there, If you are not Embassy staff (tax and duties exemption), it's not worth the trouble and money to bring a car in (might be cheaper to buy one here). Having said that, if you must import your own car due to whatever reason...check with a ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
12 years ago
Giang

Find a job before moving to Cambodia by Giang

Hi everybody, I have a plan for moving to Cambodia, but first I need to find a job there. I'm a software engineer and is it easy to find a job in Cambodia?

Kimleang

There are quite a few software development companies around Phnom Penh (local and foreign owns)...if you have solid experience, I don't think you will have problem getting job as programmer here. However, salary might not be as good as elsewhere. ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
12 years ago
annamischke

Cell Phones in Cambodia? by annamischke

Hello! I'm moving to Cambodia from the states this Fall and am curious to see how one finds a mobile phone service? I have an iphone and would like to continue using it. Are there data service available? I'm a bit lost on this one..

Kimleang

Hi there, Mobile phone service here is great and many providers to choose from...prepaid service with no contract and no obligation. If your iPhone is already unlocked, you can just buy a 3G SIM and start using them right away. However, if yours ... Read More

Kimleang created a thread
12 years ago

visiting from August 10-14

hi there, I'm an entrepreneur+hospitality+lifestyle developer from Cambodia. I'll be traveling to NYC for 4 nights and wish to visit some of the MUST SEE nightlife venues to get some inspiration. Any recommendation would be much appreciated or ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
JK050909

Job opening by JK050909

Hi guys! I'm working here in Cambodia for an International Company for almost 2 years now, and my fiancee is planning to move here by January 2012 as we plan our wedding and maybe stay here for good... Unfortunately, my company don't have any job ...

Kimleang

if she still has passion in doing F&B in Cambodia, please send her cv to my direct email address at leang@hotelcara.com...Cheers Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
Rubyamelia

Looking for an apartment and work for a graphic designer in PP :) by Rubyamelia

Hey everyone, I am moving to Phnom Penh in July this year for 12 months to do some work w/ the Australian Youth Ambassador Program with UN Women. My Boyfriend and I I am looking to rent a two bedroom apartment or to share a house with people? ...

Kimleang

Also check with Phibious, Cambodia to see if they're hiring! Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
Ronni

Questions regarding a move to Cambodia. by Ronni

Hi to you all I have been following this forum the last month and it has already given me some insight in what is going on in Phnom Penh for an expat. I am seriously thinking about a move to Phnom Penh in order to start up FIT travel and group ...

Kimleang

Hi there, 1. Register a company in your own name by yourself is no problem. However, becoming a legit tour guide...one must take exam and obtain tour guide license from Minitry of Tourism. Don't know any accountant (or expat) who can help you ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
mufleh.talouzi

Schools in PP by mufleh.talouzi

Hi Everyone, I was offered a job in PP and hoping to be moving there in July. I have 2 4-years-old children (twins). Any advice on good international schools? Fees? How about private health services? Of course I hope to meet all of you at some ...

Kimleang

Hi: My two and a half year old girl goes to Gecko & Garden pre-school and paying about usd 500 per semester. There are many like that in Phnom Penh...so, no problem there. For very good international school...please check out ISPP or ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
milliem

Hospitality English Training School by milliem

Hi, Can anyone offer advise on opening an English School. Here is what I want to do.....I would like to open a restaurant and run a Hospitality Training school from the premises. I would like the restaurant to be able to pay the rent as I realise ...

Kimleang

Hi Carol, Oh I see...4 to 6 students and shared work load with another expat (your sister) should be fine. I assumed you were in it on your own and that can be tought! Sorry, what I meant was an established local hotel chain and FB operator in ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
milliem

Hospitality English Training School by milliem

Hi, Can anyone offer advise on opening an English School. Here is what I want to do.....I would like to open a restaurant and run a Hospitality Training school from the premises. I would like the restaurant to be able to pay the rent as I realise ...

Kimleang

Hi: Your concept sounds interesting and assuming you are talking about Phnom Penh. Yes, restaurant is extremely competitive here. You have to have lots of passion + know how + committed to run day to day operation for a minimum of 18 months to ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
pushit

buying a hotel by pushit

hi, my husband and I are planning to buy a small hotel/guesthouse in Cambodia and would like to know the downfalls of this business which might be hidden from an "outsider".i would appreciate all your thoughts about the subject.

Kimleang

Hi there, From experience, I can tell you immediately NOW Sihanoukville is not a good place to run/own a hotel (especially taking over existing one that is not working) due to the following reasons: 1. Limited number of tourists visit every year. ... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
pushit

buying a hotel by pushit

hi, my husband and I are planning to buy a small hotel/guesthouse in Cambodia and would like to know the downfalls of this business which might be hidden from an "outsider".i would appreciate all your thoughts about the subject.

Kimleang

Would like to know more detail to answer your question more accurately. What time of hotel? geographic location? intended clientels? etc..... Read More

Kimleang replied to a thread
13 years ago
milliem

Hospitality English Training School by milliem

Hi, Can anyone offer advise on opening an English School. Here is what I want to do.....I would like to open a restaurant and run a Hospitality Training school from the premises. I would like the restaurant to be able to pay the rent as I realise ...

Kimleang

Before answer any of your question...are you hospitality professional with experience running/operating restaurant back in Australia? Read More