Hiram Hiramoto
@VEGASPITBOSS
American looking for information about Cambodia
Forum
30 posts
Contacts
6
About me
American
Lives in Las Vegas
Registration: 23 September 2014
Activity
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi, If you haven't resolved your problem yet, this is what is posted on their website According to the DPI announcement – “We advise that you check with your landlord to confirm that they have registered you on the app. If you do ... Read More
Stuck in Cambodia by Eugene Booth
Anyone else get stuck in Cambodia with flight restrictions, borders closing and such? And anyone any ideas on how to get out? I'm in Phnom Penh BTW.
I would contact the American Embassy in PP, there is suppose to be wide spread effort from the State Dept to bring back Americans to USA. Also, contact your Congressman or Senator for help to expedite assistance. If you are collecting SSI and ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Cambodia by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Cambodia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
You are correct about going back to San Francisco, might as well order yourself a coffin before you leave Vietnam! Lived there myself years ago and living in Las Vegas for now. Wise decision to stay put and stay tight. If I may offer some ... Read More
traveling for 6 months in Cambodia by Smchen44
Hi there, We’re looking to retire early and are playing around with the idea of traveling for 6 months in Cambodia and then come back to Canada in the summer to live in our RV. Looking forward to meeting others and hear about their ...
Nov, Dec & Jan are the optimal time of the year where it's the coolest and least amount of rain. However, it's still very humid so if that's a problem for you folks, something to consider. Aside from buying a motorbike, comments ... Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
Oxford dictionary defines loneliness as follows: 1Sadness because one has no friends or company. ‘feelings of depression and loneliness’ More example sentencesSynonyms 1.1 The fact of being without companions; solitariness. ‘the ... Read More
General Cambodia Everyday Life Questions by SCSM2650
Hello, I'm hoping I can get some assistance from those of you who are currently living in Cambodia. I'm considering moving there (I was looking at Sihanoukville, but I've gotten mixed reviews so I'm certainly open to elsewhere), and ...
You don't need a script to buy medicine and depending on what you need, if it is available and how much it would cost you if what you need to find out. Also, when you say 'small income', how much and is it passive or varies from month ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
I understand and agree with your feelings about the situation here. Got clipped myself but no major injuries such as yours. I have to commend you on your dedication and willingness to come back and 'finish the job', a true example of the ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
I agree from that perspective but the politics here is much different here than in the states and the laws are more protective towards free speech than here. USA MSM is very corrupted regarding important issues in reporting as well as distorting ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
maybe true but how can you prove it? just because it's written on paper doesn't make it true regardless who the author is. also, getting involved in politics here is asking for trouble too. if that's your thing and want to get ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
If you want to go to Bangkok only, the best method is to go to siem reap and take Nattakan to Bangkok. It's more expensive but worth the cost. Nattakan is the only bus company that allows you to keep your baggage on the bus, process thru the ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Cambodia provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
I think the internet is the number 1 method of keeping informed followed by TV by the majority of expats living here. The rest is a small minority that uses other media methods for various reasons. With regards to issues in country, the internet ... Read More
moving to Siem Reap by chrisbeit
Well finally I am in the last month of a year long decision to retire and move from Australia to Siem Reap. I am looking forward to the change but still have some concerns, mainly about the Health situation. But I think it will work out. If anyone ...
Greetings, There are several private groups that you need to join on facebook, here's one of the most popular ones expats and locals living in siem reap facebook.com/groups/siemreap/ if you go on facebook and do a search on siem reap to see ... Read More
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 ...
My opinion and advice is that the more you can find ways to Accept and Allow those things that you find disliking and focus more on the things that you do Like, it will help you to take your attention on those things you find disliking. No matter ... Read More
Essentials to live in Cambodia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Cambodia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Cambodia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
1. If you wear glasses, even sunglasses, bring a lot of individual wrapped lens cleaner packets, cannot be found in cambodia and thailand. 2. Getting glasses made is inexpensive so have an up to date info on lens info that they can make new lens ... Read More
American looking to move to cambodia by Emtweire1
Hello. My name is Heather and I'm an American looking to move to Cambodia in September 2016 to hopefully teach English. I'm married. It will be 15 years this September and right now it's unclear exactly what the plan is with my ...
you keep inferring that my negatives is about cambodia as a whole which i already stated that those "negatives" is what i experienced in SR and unsure about other places in which clearly from your statements says otherwise which is good ... Read More