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Marissa Carruthers

Marissa inherited her love of travel from her parents, who would entertain her as a child with exotic tales of their adventures across the globe. Her first solo leap into foreign lands was an Inter-railing trip across Europe and North Africa during her first summer at university and, despite two muggings, several dices with death and a terrifying encounter with the monkey mafia, she was hooked. Has made Southeast Asia her home.
Raffles’ Sunday Brunch

Raffles’ Sunday Brunch

Raffles Hotel Le Royal is famed for putting on an exquisite show – it is after all an iconic luxury hotel. So, it comes as no surprise that its Sunday…

The Rise by Theanly Chov

The Rise by Theanly Chov

Cambodian painter Theanly Chov is gearing up to showcase her latest exhibition, The Rise, which features artworks that explore individualism and societal progress. Chov’s striking collection of paintings feature a…

Sky Bars in Phnom Penh

Sky Bars in Phnom Penh

As the Cambodian capital’s skyline continues to grow, so does the number of sky bars in Phnom Penh. Here are some top spots to soak up stunning vistas of the…

Cambodia Wows with 32nd SEA Games’ Opening Ceremony

Cambodia Wows with 32nd SEA Games’ Opening Ceremony

Spectators packed out Morodok Techo Stadium as the host nation of the 32nd SEA Games wowed crowds with a three-hour Opening Ceremony. Think incredible firework displays, laser shows, projection mapping…

Cambodia Ecotourism: Tapping into the Future

Cambodia Ecotourism: Tapping into the Future

Cambodia boasts an abundance of untapped ecotourism potential, which is being unlocked by a $55 million project.  Cambodia is home to a kaleidoscope of landscapes that range from soaring plains…

Visiting Koh Rong Samloem

Visiting Koh Rong Samloem

Marissa Carruthers takes a trip to Koh Rong Samloem to sink into laidback Cambodian island life I was always met with a look of sheer horror when I told people…

Minister Talks About Tourism in Cambodia

Minister Talks About Tourism in Cambodia

Cambodia is slated to host the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) in Sihanoukville from April 25 to 27. Ahead of the event, which is expected to attract hundreds of regional stakeholders…

Celebrating Easter in Cambodia

Celebrating Easter in Cambodia

If you’re celebrating Easter in Cambodia then here are a handful of places to feast on fine food while the kids run riot hunting down Easter eggs. Hyatt Regency Phnom…

Sunday Roast in Phnom Penh

Sunday Roast in Phnom Penh

Just because you’re in Cambodia doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the great British tradition of a Sunday dinner. Here are a handful of places to tuck into…

Up Close With: Daro Nout

Up Close With: Daro Nout

Cambodian artist Daro Nout seeks inspiration for his paintings from Cambodia’s nature during motorbike trips across the country. When did you start painting? I started learning painting at the age…

Valentine’s Day in Phnom Penh

Valentine’s Day in Phnom Penh

It’s that time of year when the capital’s streets start filling up with vendors flogging over-sized teddy bears and heart-shaped balloons. Welcome to Valentine’s Day in Phnom Penh. We’ve hand…

Kouprey Adventures: Unique Cambodia Tours

Kouprey Adventures: Unique Cambodia Tours

It’s been a tough few years for the Cambodia tourism industry, but with borders now open and travel rebounding, hopes are high that 2023 will breathe new life into the…

Celebrate Chinese New Year in Phnom Penh

Celebrate Chinese New Year in Phnom Penh

International New Year is done and dusted. Now it’s time to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Here are a few spots to mark Chinese New Year in Phnom Penh. From…

Art Galleries in Phnom Penh

Art Galleries in Phnom Penh

Cambodia’s art scene has picked up pace in the last few years, with new galleries sprouting up to complement stalwarts on the scene. Here’s a handful of art galleries in…

Angkor Photo Festival 2023 in Siem Reap

Angkor Photo Festival 2023 in Siem Reap

The 18th edition of Angkor Photo Festival 2023 is gearing up to take over Siem Reap from January 6 to 15. Here are the highlights. The Angkor Photo Festival & Workshops started…

Chinese New Year in Cambodia

Chinese New Year in Cambodia

Chinese New Year isn’t a traditional holiday in Cambodia, however, it’s celebrated countrywide. Here’s what to expect during Chinese New Year in Cambodia. Traditionally known as the largest annual human…

New Year’s Eve in Phnom Penh

New Year’s Eve in Phnom Penh

As we prepare to bid farewell to 2022, here are some places to celebrate a memorable New Year’s Eve in Phnom Penh. Backstreet Bar Backstreet Bar knows how to put…

Christmas Dinner in Phnom Penh

Christmas Dinner in Phnom Penh

The festive season has landed and the countdown to Christmas is almost over. If you haven’t decided what you’re doing on the day, then here are some places to enjoy…

What to Do in Kampot Cambodia?

What to Do in Kampot Cambodia?

The sleepy riverine town of Kampot is a favourite with Phnom Penh locals and expats seeking to escape the buzz of capital life. Here’s our guide of what to do in Kampot…

Restaurant Le Royal Reopens

Restaurant Le Royal Reopens

Elevated Khmer dining is back on the menu at Raffles Hotel Le Royal as its famed Restaurant Le Royal reopens after an inspired refurbishment. Offering a new menu that is…

Wat Bo Village Pocket Guide

Wat Bo Village Pocket Guide

Wat Bo Village in Siem Reap was recently crowned Asia’s coolest neighbourhood and now it has its own pocket guide to give the lowdown on the area’s spots. After officially…

Some of the Best Pizzas in Phnom Penh

Some of the Best Pizzas in Phnom Penh

You don’t have to look very far to find a good pizza in the Cambodian capital as the city has plenty of options to choose from, ranging from budget to…