Frans Amsterdam has settled down again in Pattaya and entertains us, until there are no more 'like' ratings, with his experiences in a follow-up story.
This time an old story about a visit to Phnom Penh in Cambodia two years ago.
A Groningen resident moved from Bangkok to Phnom Penh
On the website of The Big Chilli I read a profile of Peter Brongers, a native of Groningen, who came to Thailand in 1995 and has been working in Cambodia since 2008. In that profile sketch his career is described and he indicates some differences in doing business in Cambodia compared to Thailand.
As soon as it is possible again I would like to travel from Bangkok to Cambodia and preferably by bus. Do I have to hand over my travel pass to the man who comes around on the bus to arrange a visa or is a copy of the travel pass or ID card sufficient or is a photo enough? When you hand over your travel pass, is this all reliable?
Reader submission: Second attempt to travel to Cambodia
On October 20, 2020 I wanted to travel to Cambodia from Brussels with Qatar Airways, but was not allowed to continue in Seoul due to an unsigned covid certificate and had to return to Brussels. No compensation.
Reader Submission: My experience traveling to Cambodia
In March of this year I had already traveled to Cambodia and then returned headlong after a week for fear of getting stuck due to the covid-19 virus. Rather sit out the pandemic in Belgium with the family than all alone in Phnom Penh where hospital care is not highly regarded.
It's not Thailand, but better than nothing at all. I understand that Cambodia is now (or still) accessible. Visas could be obtained through the consulate/embassy in Brussels. With quarantine, a 'deposit' of $2000 and mandatory insurance etc.
Khmer Rouge Comrade Duch has died
After Pol Pot in 1998 and the second man of evil Nuon Chea, alias Brother number 2, died last year, Kaing Guek Eav, better known as Comrade Duch, also had the laid lead.
Clandestine across the border to Thailand
Thai media report that 14 Thais were arrested last Tuesday when they secretly crossed the Cambodian border. They are all employees of a casino in Poi Pet and wanted to avoid ending up in a 14-day quarantine.
Reader question: How do I get from Cambodia to Bangkok?
Have been staying in Cambodia for several months now. Have a return ticket for the Netherlands on July 12 from Bangkok. It looks like the flight is about to take place. The problem, however, is: how do I get there? No flights or buses from here due to Corona. Who knows what to do?
Those planning to skip Thailand and go to Cambodia as a replacement, better take this into account, because: deposit $ 3.000 upon entry and all COVID-19 testing and accommodation costs will be charged to foreigners entering Cambodia.
How is our Honorary Consul in Siem Reap
Due to the many travel restrictions due to the corona virus, the Dutch Embassy has helped many Dutch people with their return journey to the Netherlands in recent months. The rapid increase in the number of restrictions made this journey more difficult for some than for others. The Honorary Consuls (HC) have played an important role in answering questions and assisting with the return journey from Cambodia, Laos and Phuket. Curious about the stories of the HCs?
Joseph in Asia (Part 20 Closing) – A Look Back
An unforgettable journey that led via Bangkok to Cambodia and Vietnam and more or less forced to end in Pattaya is over and we are back home safe and sound.
Thailand Visa Request No. 045/20: Borderrun Poipet Cambodia
I have been coming to Thailand for over 30 years now I have a Thai boyfriend, for 18 years. What I do regularly is last 3 years 6 months to Thailand. I then have a two month visa. I have applied for a 30-day visa extension at Immigration many times. What I then to obtain the extension another 30 days I go to the border crossing with Thailand and Cambodia Poipet over. However, in February I wanted to do that again, now it appears that you have to stay in Cambodia for a day and can go back the next day.
Hun Sen wants driving ban for repeat traffic offenders in Cambodia
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen wants to crack down on motorists who repeatedly break traffic rules. Speaking at yesterday's closing ceremony of the Interior Ministry's annual conference, Hun Sen suggested that persistent traffic offenders should have their driver's licenses taken away and be banned from driving for years to keep them off the roads.
Update Coronavirus (10): Red Cross opens giro 7244 against the spread of coronavirus
The Red Cross opens giro 7244 to collect money and prevent the spread of Covid-19. The aid organization says it needs 30 million euros to scale up aid worldwide.
After almost two weeks longer than planned, the passengers of the Dutch cruise ship Westerdam went ashore in Cambodia. They were received on the pier of the coastal town of Sihanoukville by Prime Minister Hun Sen of Cambodia, who turned it into a true media show.
Another view of Phnom Penh
Of course you must have visited the S21 prison and the Killing Fields in the capital of Cambodia to get an impression of the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge. Wandering along the boulevard and soaking up the mighty Mekong River is also a must and of course there are temples. On the internet you will find a number of trips under 'What to do in Phnom Penh', but simply discovering something yourself is often a lot more fun than all those pre-made offers, not to mention often very cheap.