Thinking of living in Cambodia
Thinking of living in Cambodia
Hello all,
I am new here in this forum. I just want to ask a few questions and hopefully get some insight from some of you guys that are living in Cambodia now.
The last time I was in Cambodia was in 2002 and that was Phnom Penh. I was there for a few weeks and I really liked the place. However, that was a long time ago and things have changed a lot from what I hear. A friend of mine was there about 8 years ago maybe
and he got really turned off. He told me that the streets are full of motorbikes on the sidewalks everywhere and very aggressive street vendors grabbing you by the arm and so on and so forth, although he can be somewhat negative sometimes. I would just like to get a little bit of insight on how the city is now and if anyone recommends living there or better another city. I would like to be near the sea perhaps like Sihanoukville, but I get mixed reports from there. I lived in Cebu City Philippines for about 15 years, but that country has changed a lot and not for the better.
I would really like to give a Cambodia a try. I'm also wondering about the rental fees if they are reasonable. I would just like to hear a general view on the country as a whole. Thank you in advance for any of your answers.
I am new here in this forum. I just want to ask a few questions and hopefully get some insight from some of you guys that are living in Cambodia now.
The last time I was in Cambodia was in 2002 and that was Phnom Penh. I was there for a few weeks and I really liked the place. However, that was a long time ago and things have changed a lot from what I hear. A friend of mine was there about 8 years ago maybe
and he got really turned off. He told me that the streets are full of motorbikes on the sidewalks everywhere and very aggressive street vendors grabbing you by the arm and so on and so forth, although he can be somewhat negative sometimes. I would just like to get a little bit of insight on how the city is now and if anyone recommends living there or better another city. I would like to be near the sea perhaps like Sihanoukville, but I get mixed reports from there. I lived in Cebu City Philippines for about 15 years, but that country has changed a lot and not for the better.
I would really like to give a Cambodia a try. I'm also wondering about the rental fees if they are reasonable. I would just like to hear a general view on the country as a whole. Thank you in advance for any of your answers.
Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
If you value neat cities with nice sidewalks you will despise Phnom Penh.
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Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
Motorbikes on the footpaths, yes. Aggressive vendors, no. I don't think there are any mixed reports from SHV: it's a shithole now.
You must walk in traffic to cross the road - Cambodian proverb
Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
The way you will know is to visit, and decide for yourself.
I don't like Phnom Penh, I prefer some of the smaller towns.
I plan to live in Australia, and have long holidays in Cambodia.
I don't like Phnom Penh, I prefer some of the smaller towns.
I plan to live in Australia, and have long holidays in Cambodia.
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Come and see for yourself before you decide anything definite. Cambodia is changing so fast everywhere, that even after 6 months away, whole neighborhoods can be transformed. Best see for yourself and determine what is acceptable for you.
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The problem is while you are in Cambodia on long holidays you end up with so much ' junk '' that you get attached to, or stuff that you need when you come back next time. So what do you do with it ?
Cambodia,,,, Don't fall in love with her.
Like the spoilt child she is, she will not be happy till she destroys herself from within and breaks your heart.
Like the spoilt child she is, she will not be happy till she destroys herself from within and breaks your heart.
Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
Cambodia changes fast, but some things never seem to change somehow....Anchor Moy wrote: ↑Sun Dec 08, 2019 4:25 pm Come and see for yourself before you decide anything definite. Cambodia is changing so fast everywhere, that even after 6 months away, whole neighborhoods can be transformed. Best see for yourself and determine what is acceptable for you.
Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
Leave it with friends.
If you make friends with Cambodian people, many of them are happy for you to leave things at their place when you are not there. Some places are more secure than others.
It is also a good idea to minimize what you have.
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Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
That's true, but OP said that he was last in Cambodia in 2002, and there's been a lot of change since then.Kammekor wrote: ↑Sun Dec 08, 2019 4:32 pmCambodia changes fast, but some things never seem to change somehow....Anchor Moy wrote: ↑Sun Dec 08, 2019 4:25 pm Come and see for yourself before you decide anything definite. Cambodia is changing so fast everywhere, that even after 6 months away, whole neighborhoods can be transformed. Best see for yourself and determine what is acceptable for you.
Re: Thinking of living in Cambodia
I enjoy living in Cambo and can't see myself living elsewhere for a few years but I wouldn't live in Phnom pen either. The country towns are much better for me but we all look for different things so coming over to see for yourself is the answer.
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