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Me and my Girlfriend are spending Christmas in Asia this year. We're aware that it's not generally celebrated but would like to stay somewhere nice for a couple of nights (24th - 27th December). Ideally our plan is to stay on an island, chilling at the beach and I think we will probably be in Southern Cambodia around that time.
Just wondering if anyone has any recommendations?
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The Wanderer
#1 Posted: 25/8/2011 - 17:24
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Try Bamboo Island (Koh Russei) off Sihanoukville or Rabbit Island off Kep - both lovely, but rustic.
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Good recommendations from Abigail.
It depends mostly on your budget and requirements. Both islands are very rustic indeed so only suitable for a backpacker christmas. For a more upmarket experience with "normal" amenities mainland Kep is probably your best bet for the chill factor.
#3 Posted: 25/8/2011 - 18:20
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That is awesome, those suggestions sound great Abigail. I'll definitely have a look into those places.
Eastwest, we were willing to spend a bit more cash for those few days to be honest, to make it a bit more special and relaxing.
How much would you say it would cost for a few nights in Kep? Staying in a nice hotel near the beach?
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#4 Posted: 25/8/2011 - 18:26
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For $30 - $40 per night you can have an A/C bungalow/room and most guesthouses in that range have swimming pool as well. Some places might raise prices though, so check carefully.
There are even a few places with decent rooms for $10-20 but the $30 -40 range has the most choice.
From Kep you can do easy day trips to Rabbit island and even spend a night if you decide on the spot. It will be busy though.
Kep doesn't have a proper beach though. Just a gorgeous quiet natural coastline
#5 Posted: 25/8/2011 - 18:47