Timoray
Cambodian expat in the USA
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Cambodian
Lives in Houston
Registration: 26 June 2011
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Cost of living in the USA - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to USA, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
Gym membership is about $25/mo. at LA Fitness. I don't consider that a luxury--part of staying healthy. Read More
Cost of living in the USA - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to USA, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
If you want to live in the U.S. you better be prepared for a high cost of living. I'll start by saying I lived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia for two years working as a professor at a university. I split a flat with a friend and paid $200/month. I ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
First of all, I'm really sorry for your loss--the loss of your good health, the loss of your peace of mind and the loss of your confidence in your fellow men and women. You would think that the urge to help someone in trouble would be ... Read More
Places to stay in Kampot by john cockburn
Hi Everyone I was wondering if anyone can recommend a nice place to stay in Kampot after Christmas this year for a week or two? Somewhere near the river/beach would be great around the $30 or less price range? Thanks a lot! John and Julie
Check out Samon's Villa. The have stilted bungalows and I love the host. It's rustic but right on the river and walkable to town or a short tuk tuk ride. It's like $8/night. Food is good. Rent bikes in town and you can get around easily. ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Cambodia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Cambodia. What ...
I'm not sure where to start. As a teacher I'm generally impressed by the number of people, especially young people, who say they are in school. But, the level of seriousness that people approach school is pretty lax. My students would ... Read More
Culture question by wrwoolley
Part of my consideration about volunteering in Cambodia is that the culture seems more tranquil, contemplative and reflective than in America. Americans seem to be too loud, aggressive, extroverted and often (sadly) rude. I am a polite, introverted, ...
Agree with the comment on not over simplifying things. Read about high context and low context cultures. U.S. culture is low context--what you see is what you get. Khmer culture is higher context but not as high as say Japan. What isn't said ... Read More
Moving to Cambodia without job, Am I crazy? by starcy
Hi everyone, First at all, I would like to thank you, if you are reading this ;) I am Spanish, I am living in Manchester for 2 years and I am seriously thinking about going to Cambodia. The point is that I don't have any job (I am applying for ...
While it is true that it is very difficult to move to most countries without a job and an employer sponsor, this is NOT true of Cambodia. I did have a job before I went but there is no sponsor requirement and everyone does it about the same ... Read More
Is Cambodia for us? by candeigh
Hi All, Firstly, thanks for making this forum the most welcoming! My husband and I are from South Africa but currently working in New Zealand and both have a dream of relocating to Cambodia. My husband has a degree in agriculture and a post ...
I can only tell you my experience. Cambodia has about the laxest immigration laws of any country I've ever been to. I just got back from spending two years there and I worked at a University in Phnom Penh the entire time. When you enter, ask ... Read More
Cambodia how safe is it.? by Bobjohnson1217
I am planning on going to Siem Reap Cambodia after the first of the year, any advice would be appreciated, I am a single retired male , I am planning on staying at one of the cheaper hotels , possibly up to a year.. if things go well.....
I just returned from living in PNH for two years, visiting Siem Reap fairly regularly. I had a couple of incidents with safety. I girl on a motobike ran into me on my bicycle and I did a face plant. Traffic in PNH is much works than Siem Reap but ... Read More
Moving to Cambodia by enfoldme
Hello my name is Diana. I am planning on moving to Cambodia the end of March 2014. I am 62 years of age and have retired and getting my Social Security. I am single, excellent health and enjoy life. Part of my journey will be to visit the ...
There are a couple of universities starting programs in tourism. If you have a solid background you might really have something to contribute. Let me know if you are interested. Read More
looking to start teaching in Cambodia by jimilangdon
greetings all! I am an American guy currently teaching in Thailand and have been at if for more than 3 years now. With the end of my contract coming up I would very much like to relocate to Cambodia and experience a new culture. I have a degree and ...
Try Pannasastra University of Cambodia. They pay pretty well comparatively and they are looking to upgrade their faculty. If you have experience, it should be pretty easy to get a job there. They also have a campus in Siem Reap. Read More
Burger King Chain to Open in Cambodia by phnom-penh-services
Burger King will start operations at Phnom Penh International Airport as early as November before moving into the capital. The American burger chain would join the likes of KFC, Dairy Queen and several other international and domestically owned ...
Thank you for the correction. It is on Russian Federation, just past the Royal University but on the opposite side of the road as you are headed to the airport. This is also the only place I've found in PP to buy dried pinto beans. Mike's wife was ... Read More
Burger King Chain to Open in Cambodia by phnom-penh-services
Burger King will start operations at Phnom Penh International Airport as early as November before moving into the capital. The American burger chain would join the likes of KFC, Dairy Queen and several other international and domestically owned ...
If you like burgers and outstanding fries you need to check out Mike's Burger House. Mike is a Cambodian who lived in Long Beach for years and brought back everything he knows about burgers. He grinds his own meat and they blow away any fast food ... Read More
Burger King Chain to Open in Cambodia by phnom-penh-services
Burger King will start operations at Phnom Penh International Airport as early as November before moving into the capital. The American burger chain would join the likes of KFC, Dairy Queen and several other international and domestically owned ...
It was just announced that the number of Americans who are severely obese increased by 70 percent in 10 years. Seven percent of Americans are now in that category of severely obese (100 pounds overweight). This is a full blown health crisis that ... Read More
Questions & budget for a 2-bedroom furnished/unfurnished apartment by Emz2012
Hi there Considering a move to PP and have checked the cost of living threads but they don't cover my question. We are a couple with a 7 year old son, have lived around Asia for 16 years. What should we budget for rent of a 2 or 3 bedroom furnished ...
I'm happy to share my experience in PP. Housing can really vary in price. I have a nice Khmer style flat, two bedroom on the second floor with a nice balcony. It is not a western style kitchen so no oven but a two burner cook top with a two sided ... Read More