Effective as of September 10 2007, visitors to Angkor Wat will have to follow the designated sightseeing route through the temple. It is no longer possible to enter the temple compound from different points nor to follow the different sequences of the temple visit.
However, this new regulations only applies to Angkor Wat and not for other temples in Angkor.
Add comment October 9th, 2007
A new attraction will be added to Cambodia’s famous World Heritage site Angkor Wat: a light & Sound extravaganza.
The grand show, dubbed “The Legend of Angkor Wat: When History Comes to Life“, will feature over 150 stage performers, a 12×30-metre waterscreen and a variety of special effects. Designed to give audience a more vivid picture of the past glory of the ancient Khmer Kingdom as well as the beliefs and lifestyles of its people, the show will take place daily from November 24 to January 20, 2008, on the lawns behind Angkor Wat (its east side).According to Bayon CM Organizer, a Cambodian-Thai joint venture that runs the show, there will be no use of explosives for special effects as that can harm the World Heritage site. The performance, both its content and operation, has reportedly been approved by Apsara Authority, the agency that oversees the protection and management of Angkor and other historical sites in Siem Reap. Tickets for the one-hour show are priced at US$ 60.00 and US$ 80.00 - the latter, if it’s not for the front-row seats, will include an international buffet dinner at 7pm, an hour before the show starts. Fo
r further details, visit this web site: http://www.angkorwatshow.com
Add comment September 7th, 2007
Located in the old market area (Phasar Chas) in the heart of Siem Reap, the newly opened Angkor Night Market is another interesting venue to stop by during your time in Siem Reap. Browse through the local products such as souvenirs, handicrafts, clothes, food, books, DVDs and paintings etc.
The market is run from 4.00 p.m. until midnight the night everyday.
Add comment March 8th, 2007
China Southern Airlines, the world’s 10th largest airline – is pleased to announce a major international expansion during 2007.
Slated to open in 2007 are all-new air routes to eight Asian nations, including Cambodia, India, Japan, Laos, United Arab Emirates, as well as Nigeria and Angola, with cities including: Dubai, Luanda, New Delhi, Phuket, Sendai, Sapporo, Siem Reap, Vientiane and Yangon.
This new International expansion is a major step in China Southern’s construction in building Guangzhou as a major global business and logistic destination.
Mr. Si’s announcement comes on the heels of China Southern’s recent opening of new service from China to Lagos, Nigeria and Kathmandu, Nepal.
International routes slated for opening in 2007 include:
Guangzhou-Dubai-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Luanda-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Sendai-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Sapporo-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Katmandu-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Delhi-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Siem Reap-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Phuket-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Yangon-Guangzhou
Guangzhou-Vientiane-Guangzhou
By the close of February 2007, China Southern Airlines will operate 82 International and regional services. Guangzhou and Beijing will serve as its major airport hubs, with regional airports in Urumqi in China’s northeast and Shenyang in the northwest serving as an air network covering all of Asia, with convenient connections to Africa, Australia, Europe and the United States.
With world headquarters In Guangzhou, China Southern Airlines currently operates 22 Guangzhou-outbound International and regional routes, with direct services to the major cities in North America, Europe, Australia, South East Asian areas, Japan and South Korea.
The largest airline in The People’s Republic of China for the past 28 years, China Southern Airlines – www.cs-air.com/en – connects more than 80 cities around the globe. Major business and vacation destinations served in China include: Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Guilin, Hong Kong, Kunming, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Wuhan, and International service as well, including: Amsterdam, Bangkok, Fukuoka, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Islamabad, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Los Angeles, Manila, Melbourne, Moscow, Osaka, Paris, Penang, Phnom Penh, Seoul, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo.
For China Southern Airlines reservations and information, please check out its website on:
http://www.cs-air.com/en
Source: businesswire
Add comment February 15th, 2007
Dragonair will increase the number of flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, from five times a week to daily from February 16 to meet growing market demand.
Phnom Penh is the major gateway to the country, which is home to one of the world’s greatest historical sites, Angkor Wat. Other attractions include Sihanouk Ville, known for its sandy beaches along the Gulf of Thailand, and Rattanakiri, a province famous for its ethnic minorities and wildlife. Cambodia attracted about 1.7 million visitors in 2006, up 20% over 2005.
Dragonair’s new service schedule to Phnom Penh will be as follows:
Add comment January 27th, 2007
Korean Air has launched seasonal flights between Seoul and Cambodia`s capital Phnom Penh. Also, on November 15, Korean Air will launch direct seasonal services to Cambodia`s second city Siem Reap. The new flights will operate for the winter season until 24 March 2007. These two destinations are gateways to ancient cities and temples such as Angkor Wat, in a country widely considered one of Asia`s last unspoiled gems. Flights will be operated by Korean Air`s Boeing 737-800s.
Source: traveldailynews
Add comment November 15th, 2006
Following news was annouced by Lufthansa recently. It should be useful for those of you taking the flights out of European Union countries as well as the United States and Canada.
From November 06 2006, new regulations on hand baggage will apply to all passengers departing from airorts in the European Union.
For the most part, the EU regulations correspond to the requirements imposed by the US authorities, which have applied since the end of September on all flights to or from the United States.
Under the new standardised regulations, the amount of liquids, gels and creams permitted in hand baggage willb e limited to 100 ml. per container. These have to be carried in a transparent, zip-lock plastic bag with a maximum volume of one litre and must be presented during security checks. Only one bag per passenger is permitted. Zip-lock bags can be bought at retailed outlets.
Exempted from this ruling are medicines as well as special food (i.e. baby food or food items for diabetics), larger amount of which may be carried in hand baggage if they are required during the flight. Liquids can also be purchased duty-free on board Lufthansa flights. Liquids that have been purchased after passing through security at the airport may also be taken on board, although this does not apply on flights to the United States.
The new regulations, which take effect on November 06 2006, apply to all flights departing from airports in the European Union, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland as well as to all flights from the United States and Canada.
Lufthansa advises its passengers to pack any larger containers with liquids in their check-in luggage and to reduce the a mount of liquids taken on board to a minimum.
Add comment October 28th, 2006
The Cambodian Government has recently launched a very useful website:
http://www.cambodia-airports.com
containing useful information about both the new Siem Reap International Airport and Phnom Penh’s Pochentong Airport.
Check it out before you travel!
Add comment September 25th, 2006
Here is one of the most useful websites for passenger guide to over 480 airlines and 550 airports with ranking, opinions, news and more:
One particular section that we think will be VERY useful for fellow travelers:
BEST SEATING TIPS
as it contains passenger recommendations on best seats (legroom, width, comfort etc) on a range of world airlines. Listed are major airlines such as Aerofloat, Air Asia, Air France, Alitalia, All Nippon Airways, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Delta Airlines, Emirates, Ethihad Airlines, EVA Air, Gulf Air, Japan Airlines, KLM, Lauda Air, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Qantas Airways, SAS Scandinavian, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airline, United Airlines, Valuair, Virgin Atlantic etc.
Here is one of the samples - the best seating tips on Air Asia (Boeing 737-300) as they say:
“One class economy. All seats are at 29 inche and they have a free seating policy, so better board early and take the seats at the emgergency exits. These seats are wider but they do not recline. As you board take the one next to the aisle, (no one will purposely squeeze to seat next to the window), when it is ready for take off, lift the armrest and viola! A “business class” seat on a low-cost carrier! Another great seat, the row after the emergency exits by the window, great legroom, no seat in front of you just emergency exit. Remember never take the last row, I dare say it is even less than 29 inch!”
Check it out and make sure you request the right seats for your next travel!
Add comment September 19th, 2006
Angkor Airways will start its new flight schedules from September 2006 for its both domestic routes (Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Phnom Penh) and international routes (Phnom Penh-Taipei in Taiwan and Phnom Penh-Chengdu in China). Aircraft used for these routes will be MD83 with seating capacity for 165 passengers.
Below are the new schedules:
Phnom Penh-Siem Reap
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat Departing Phnom Penh 0805 hrs./Arriving Siem Reap 0845 hrs.
Tue/Thur/Fri/Sun Departing Phnom Penh 1920 hrs./Arriving Siem Reap 2000 hrs.
Siem Reap-Phnom Penh
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat Departing Siem Reap 0935 hrs./Arriving Phnom Penh 1015 hrs.
Tue/Thur/Fri/Sun Departing Siem Reap 2040 hrs./Arriving Phnom Penh 2120 hrs.
Phnom Penh-Taipei
Mon/Wed/Sat Departing Phnom Penh 1635 hrs./Arriving Taipei 2105 hrs.
Taipei/Phnom Penh
Tue/Thur/Sun Departing Taipei 0715 hrs./Arriving Phnom Penh 0945 hrs.
Phnom Penh-Chengdu
Tue/Thur/Sun Departing Phnom Penh 1100 hrs./Arriving Chengdu 1500 hrs.
Chengdu-Phnom Penh
Tue/Thur/Sun Departing Chengdu 1600 hrs./Arriving Phnom Penh 1800 hrs.
Add comment September 15th, 2006
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