<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?>
<rss version="2.0">
<channel>
<title>Travelfish Cambodia forum</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/</link>
<description>Digest of the Cambodia travel forum</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2010 04:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
<language>en</language>
<item>
<title>Cambodia Visa In Sai Gon /  HCMC</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/10030_Cambodia-visa-in-Sai-Gon----HCMC/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:30:07 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone had recent experience obtaining a visa at the Cambodian consulate in Sai Gon / HCMC?  Quick turn-around or come back next day?

I realize visas are available on arrival to Cambodia, but we are entering at a small crossing (O'Yadao, b'twn Plei Ku and Ban Lung), and would like to have the visa in hand when we get there.  (Though I know this is an option, we don't much fancy mailing our passports off to the Cambodian Embassy where we live.)

Thanks! ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Laos To Cambodia To Thailand</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/10029_Laos-To-Cambodia-To-Thailand/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:22:23 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ After entering Cambodia from Laos VIA 4 Thousand Islands, what sort of itinerary makes the most sense logistically? I was thinking  Kratie  -  Phnom Penh  -  Siem Reap  -  Battambang . Is this an alright route for 2-3 weeks? Also what is the easiest way to get from Battambang to Bangkok? ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Itinerary Advice - Travelling With Kids Dec 2010</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/10019_Itinerary-advice---Travelling-with-kids-Dec-2010/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:34:52 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Firstly, as a new user:  What an awesome resource this Travelfish forum is!  
I have spent many informative hours reading the reports posted and it has been incredibly useful so far.
Thank-you very much to all who share their knowledge.

We have a trip planned in December - Jan this year, arriving KL, onto HCMC on 16 Dec and then into Cambodia.  Flying out of  Phnom Penh  on 6 Jan.  Nothing else is set in concrete yet ( except  Siem Reap  )
We have 2 children, who will be 5 and 7, so will need to tailor some aspects of the trip accordingly.

I would really appreciate any advice on a good, family friendly itinerary and if possible some recommendations for "must-dos" or "must sees" for my kids.

So many possibilities!
And I must ... ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Cambodia In April</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9956_Cambodia-in-April/0</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:11:49 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi everyone, 

My partner and I are landing in Cambodia April 20th and spending about a month - month 1/2 exploring the country. As I understand it is the hottest time of the year and I am wondering if we are better off heading away from  Siem Reap  (where we land) to some cooler areas before coming back mid-late June to do  Angkor  Wat. Will the climate change much during this period?

If anyone has some suggestions of better places to be at this time of year in Cambodia then please let me know. 

Thanks a lot :) ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Khmer New Year - Phnom Penh</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9922_Khmer-New-Year---Phnom-Penh/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ So I am going to be spending Khmer New Year (April 13-15) in PP. Probably travelling from  Battambang  at the start.

Anybody got any ideas about how to celebrate it with the locals?
I will probably be doing the usual sights (royal palace and wildlife tour etc) but would like to go wherever the celebrations are good aswell.

Also is it wrong to come prepared with talcum powder to take revenge on any locals that might soak me or douse me in it? ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Tonle Sap Lake</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9914_Tonle-Sap-Lake/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:36:57 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,

I was thinking about methods of getting from  Siem Reap  -  Kompong Cham  or Phnom Penh.   Would taking a boat from the NW to the SE of Lake Tonle Sap be an option?  If so, how much could I expect to pay, and how much would time would it add to the journey?

Any advice much appreciated. 

Thanks,
Tom ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Flight Route Advice Please</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9908_flight-route-advice-please/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:14:45 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ hi, we will be entering cambodia from kuala lumpur then plan on flying into HCMC. would it be better to fly KL-Phnom Penh-  Siem Reap  then on to HCMC or swop PP and SR around.
thanks for any tips/advice ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Cambodia To Kho Samui Ferry?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9851_Cambodia-to-Kho-Samui-Ferry-/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:10:57 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Have searched and found older posts saying their is indeed no ferry but have been told by a couple of Thai's that there is a service running?

Anyone have any up to date information on this.

Any help appreciated. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Advantage Of Having Visa Ahead</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9846_Advantage-of-having-visa-ahead/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:53:30 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hello,

We'd like to know if having a visa in advance on a land crossing from Vietnam into Cambodia can save us alot of time at the border. The question is that it is cheaper to get it at crossing points, about 10 euros cheaper, but if we save an hour by having it already we'll get the visa before.

Thanks for you replies! ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Battambang To Chanthaburi Via Pialin</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9825_Battambang-to-Chanthaburi-via-Pialin/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Anyone travelled from  Battambang  to  Chanthaburi  via the Ban Pakard
crossing. Thanks ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Angkor Wat Art</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9819_Angkor-Wat-Art/0</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:37:32 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ I have some original paintings of  Angkor  Wat by a local Pattaya Artist/Teacher who died 3 years ago Geoffrey Franklin, they are beautifully done and wonder if there is a Market for them.
I am in Pattaya at the moment. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Fastest Overland Way From PP To Bangkok</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9697_Fastest-overland-way-from-PP-to-Bangkok/0</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:22:40 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi!
I am helping someone with a visa run need to be back in bangkok very quickly but cheaply.  Is it faster to go back through Poi Pet via  Siem Reap  or is it shorter and faster (perhaps nice scenery too) to go through Pailin and on Chantaburi?

Bus services? Length of trip?
Thanks
Dawemmy ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>DIY Phnom Penh To Siem Reap</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9695_DIY-phnom-Penh-to-Siem-Reap/0</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:59:36 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ we (about 6 pax) are planning to travel free and easy on our own from PP to SR, pls help me as we are not sure whether we will face difficulty in language (is english commonly use in these 2 places?), transport from PP to SR (as in which is the safest and best way to travel) and any hotel to recommend, basically we will like to visit angkor wat in SR. Thank you. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Battambang To Bangkok Or Siem Reap To Bangkok</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9687_Battambang-to-Bangkok-or-Siem-Reap-to-Bangkok/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:27:50 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,

We are going to cambodia this april. Coming from Phon Penh we have a choise to do first  Battambang  than  Siem Reap  or the other way around. After that we are heading to Bangkok with taxi and or bus. From where can we get to Bangkok faster, BB or SR?

Greetings Tino ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Hostels In Siem Reap And Phnom Penh</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9676_Hostels-in-Siem-Reap-and-Phnom-Penh/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:17:49 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ I have been recently trying to do some research into hostels in the area on hostelworld and booker, and i cant find many hostels. Ideally i would like to stay in big dorms as i think this is a great way to meet people but i cant seem to find any. Is this really the case or can any one point me in the right direction of some decent ones?

jack ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Can I Get A Visa On Arrival At Phnom Penh Airport?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9674_Can-I-get-a-visa-on-arrival-at-Phnom-Penh-Airport-/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:33:06 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The title pretty much says it all. I did a quick search and I could find reference to an e-visa procedure but nothing that explained if i can simply fly into the country and get a visa in the airport. Any advise would be appreciated.

M. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Battambang - Siem Riep - Short Visit.</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9657_Battambang---Siem-Riep---Short-Visit-/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:21:17 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ I visited Cambodia back in 1996 and think it's about time to pop back and see how things have changed. I have a week available at the end of February and plan to visit  Battambang  (I couldn't get here in '96), and Siem Riep. Any help with the following would be appreciated!

*Recommendations for budget guesthouses. Would it be possible to get a room (fan and bathroom) with free and reliable wi-fi ... for $10? Or am I wishing? Wi-fi is essential as i'll be working throughout the trip. 

*Must-Sees in Battambang? I may only have a day or two here. 

*Recommendations for sightseeing at Angkor? I visited the 'top' locations in '96 (Angkor Wat, Bayon etc). I was not able to travel to more far-flung locations back then (due to mines, ... ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Cambodia 6 Weeks Or As Adittion To Vietnam?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9630_cambodia-6-weeks-or-as-adittion-to-Vietnam-/0</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 09:49:05 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi, planning my first 'big' trip for next November-December. can only take limited time off work. planned to go to Laos-Cambodia-Vietnam but realised it'll be too much. looks like ill have about 5-6 weeks. would like to visit places below and end on a sunny island (Phu Coc or one of the thai islands?).
not sure logistically what's the best rout - and if im still trying to do too much. going to fly in/out of Bangkok, can fly some routes along the way....should i combine both Vietnam and Cambodia?

Cambodia

Kratie 
Phnom Penh 
Siem Reap 
Battambang 

Vietnam

&amp;#8232;Sapa
Hanoi
Cuc Phuong National Park?
&amp;#8232;Ha Long Bay
Hue &amp;#8232;Hoi An
Nha Trang 
Mui Ne 
Dalat ?
Ho chi minh 
The Mekong Delta
Phu Coc Island / Or ... ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Phnom Penh To Phu Quoc</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9601_Phnom-Penh-to-Phu-Quoc/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:57:32 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi there!

Me and my girlfriend are leaving for a two week trip to Vietnam and Cambodia in a couple of days, and we have made all the arrangements up fornt. Well, almost. After a week up in Cambodia visiting  Angkor  and  Phnom Penh  we want to go down to Phu Quoc for a couple of days of relaxing on the beach before going to Ho Chi minh and then home. 

I havee searched the forum but is yet to find a good answer to my questions. We want to take the fast boat from PP to Chau Doc. When can we expect to be in Chau Doc? Is it necessary to stay there overnight or is it possible to get to i.e.  Rach Gia  the same day, and then take the boat to Phu Quoc? Is there any possibility to get to a boat to Phu Quoc in time if we stay over at Chau ... ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title>Posting Problem</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/cambodia/9592_Posting-problem/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:51:57 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi Somtam

I couldn't find the right place to tell you this.

But it seems that there is a slight bug in the software (or I'm just a silly user).
Normally when I have posted something (not that often) I use the back button and then my post is being posted again in the same thread. I have seen this also from some other writers.

I do get some sort of question which is too long and I normally "enter" that away. Now I realize it is asking if I want to post it again.

Off course it is a nice feature to inflate my own importance by boosting my posting numbers

all the best and continue the good work ]]></description>
</item>
</channel>
</rss>
