This trip took place in replacement of the northern Thailand mission trip 2008. We applied for leave and paid up but Bangkok and chiangmai were in a political state of mess. Riots, bombings, deaths. So, we decide on Saturday night to cancel the trip due to many reasons. On Sunday morning, Fiona asked if i wanted to go to Cambodia, i said YES!!! and after a few hours of booking flights, hotels, and research, we turned up at the airport and were on our way to Phnom Penh. 

Everything! worked out well. We recounted God's blessings frequently. How he has provided this trip for two weary white-collared souls, at the very last minute. How he allowed us to get refund for a night at the Phnom Penh Hotel. We paid up already, but were spending a day at Siem Reap. The hotel staff at both hotels were all so kind! gave me boxes to pack and offered me tape for the box. I highly recommend New York Hotel at Phnom Penh. and if you need a good location at a budget, Angkor St Hotel at Siem Reap is worthy to be considered! :)

Disclaimer: because i just came back from Vietnam a few weeks back.. i felt there isn't much difference in culture, language, and tourists attractions. it almost seems that Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia are just different states belonging to the same country. hee. I'm thinking twice about visiting Laos and Mynmar.

1st day-

City tour at Phnom Penh, Genocide museum, national museum, killing fields, genocide museums, Russian market, central market and foot massage/ pedi&meni along tonle sap. Shopping and taking in sights. the museums, were all so sad... 

2nd day-

6 hours on the mekong express bus to siem reap. and angkor temples. the pictures turned out sooo well. sky backdrop enhances every picture!

visit to siem reap old market and french quarters. SPG!!! more shopping for sarongs.. and hammocks. haha! another 6 hours to Phnom Penh. THe bus broke down 15 mins at the arrival terminal.. but the mechanics came and fixed it in a flash! Wow.. impressive i say. Commercial break: mekong express has english speaking tour guides and the journey there is long, but scenic. they also serve towels, water and light snacks.

breakfast and straight to the airport for last minute gifts!

Thank God for this refreshing time! :)