Vourn
American looking for information about Cambodia
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About me
American
Lives in San Diego
Speaks English, Khmer
Registration: 18 December 2010
Looking for work in Phnom Penh!
bongthom & hrinc.com.kh is great for the classifieds try,www.top-recruitment.com they're a Cambodian recruiting agency if you want a personal touch. Read More
Language help
You can say, "Chup, paleng vea" Chup = stop, paleng = let go, vea = her/him, Read More
Chinatown in Phnom Penh by phnom penh bound
I have not seen any posts about chinatown. Are there nice restaurants, chinese pharmacies and stores? I love orange chicken and yang chow fried rice
I know what you're asking and I'm not sure about the St. Just pointing out that there is an abundance of Khmer-Chinese people there. Read More
Chinatown in Phnom Penh by phnom penh bound
I have not seen any posts about chinatown. Are there nice restaurants, chinese pharmacies and stores? I love orange chicken and yang chow fried rice
90% of the businesses there are Sino-Khmer. Cambodia is heavily influenced by the Chinese. Read More
Committed :) by TheDigitalMage
Bought my ticket. Now, please, I need two things: 1) Where to go when I arrive. It will be a grueling trip (half-way around the world). I will be dead tired when I arrive. I need a place, not expensive, preferably with a private room and ...
I've stayed at the Morakot and Salita. Salita is a bit nicer. They're central and close to the airport. Peak season prob runs around $20-30/night. Read More
i got mugged !!! by Aaliyah01
this might be interesting to some to fallow the footsteps just in case well, i've been here in PP for about an year now, pleased with how nothing major happens ..untill today when right outside the Vikings restaurant on street 430,at lunch time, ...
That's unfortunate and I hope things work out for you. Just glad that you didn't get physically harmed. I can understand your frustration as well with getting help. Read More
painting and decorating
Hi, can somebody help me to find one or more painters in Vietnam? I have ideas and exampels of abstract paintings that he or she has to make for me. It can be a long term cooperation. H猫 or she has to speak english. Please let me know,Try the ... Read More
Any body been given a woman? I have one now! Would welcome thoughts by madmax888
Before any of you go nuts on me, let me explain. She is not my slave, she has complete freedom to come and go any time she likes. She knows she can go wherever, and whenever she likes. Let me explain her history, and how this came to be. Last ...
Man I remember this thread from 2 years ago. Glad to hear that the love story is continuing to blossom. Good luck and best wishes to the both of you again. Read More
5 negative things about living in Cambodia by dlm47
So what about the difficult stuff? Why not we try to prepare newcomers with some of the things in the real life, that can make it a little difficult to live here? Who comes first to the mill?
1. traffic 2. corruption/politics 3. poverty - more sad than anything 4. sex tourists/pedos 5. healthcare For those getting paying foreigner prices. My advice would be to befriend a local who you can trust completely and have them do your ... Read More
Begging/Working Children - Do You Give Them Money or Buy from Them? by anthonyteo
It's been a while since I arrived in PP and I've been approached by children quite a few times either to beg for money or to ask me to buy something from them. Now I'm pretty firm on not giving the kids money as it encourages them to beg, which is ...
I normally try to feed them if I'm out eating. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Cambodia by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Cambodia, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1. my relatives 2. the people 3. countryside 4. lifestyle/pace 5. srey srey LOL Read More
Texting: Cambodia to USA? by annamischke
Is there any iphone app or service that allows texting from Cambodia to America?
I use Rebtel to communicate with my family over there. Not bad rates and they do have apps, etc. Read More
What should I bring?
If you're particular about certain things then bring those items otherwise they'll have sufficient substitutes. When I visit I usually bring enough Tylenol, Pepto, my preferred soap, shampoo, etc. If I needed anything I can usually get it though. Read More
Realistically - Jobs in Cambodia by Vourn
Hi everyone, I've been on the net looking for jobs in Cambodia. Outside of the teaching route, how hard would it be? I'm talking being there meeting businesses and applying in person. I ask because I had a plan on being there at the end of ...
Hey Sean, It's really difficult unless you are physically there. I've been getting small talk and no results with most places. I think I'm going to visit once more and work on meeting these employers first. Read More
Visiting Cambodia by netyoda
Hi, My friend and I are planning to visit Cambodia for 2-8 weeks in October with a view to permanent residence. Can anybody suggest a good play to stay? Area, hotel, guest house etc? My friend will be looking for a job possibly teaching English ...
Hi Netyoda, Just depends on what you're into then it becomes about your time and budget. But if you're going to be there for a few weeks, take advantage of it all and do check out PP, SR, Battambong, & Kompong Som (Sihanoukville) etc. to see what ... Read More
Realistically - Jobs in Cambodia by Vourn
Hi everyone, I've been on the net looking for jobs in Cambodia. Outside of the teaching route, how hard would it be? I'm talking being there meeting businesses and applying in person. I ask because I had a plan on being there at the end of ...
Thanks Leang. That's exactly what I was asking about. Arkun Chrun Read More
Realistically - Jobs in Cambodia by Vourn
Hi everyone, I've been on the net looking for jobs in Cambodia. Outside of the teaching route, how hard would it be? I'm talking being there meeting businesses and applying in person. I ask because I had a plan on being there at the end of ...
Hi Kimleang, My background is in finance and sales. My question mainly has to do with the ease of finding a job. When I look at the classifieds, some of the requirements seem ridiculous and it's funny how they ask for pictures and set an age ... Read More
Realistically - Jobs in Cambodia
Hi everyone, I've been on the net looking for jobs in Cambodia. Outside of the teaching route, how hard would it be? I'm talking being there meeting businesses and applying in person. I ask because I had a plan on being there at the end of ... Read More
NFL Playoff Games
Congrats! I'm a Chargers fan so GB was my bandwagon team in the playoffs because I hate all the other teams in the AFC. LOL Go Rodgers & co.! Read More
I am fishing for opinions by Rudius
I am a 32 year old well-mannered middle-class divorced man living in the United States. I have nearly lost all tolerance for american women. I find them shallow, self-absorbed, self-important, and unappreciative, among other things. I am ...
And find a country side woman i.e. get out of Phnom Penh. lol Read More
I am fishing for opinions by Rudius
I am a 32 year old well-mannered middle-class divorced man living in the United States. I have nearly lost all tolerance for american women. I find them shallow, self-absorbed, self-important, and unappreciative, among other things. I am ...
My opinion. If you're looking for true love rather than a "wife", it's going to be hard. The culture over isn't conducive for that. Women over there necessarily don't date. Arrange marriages and marriages that are based on what can the guy offer ... Read More
Hello...New to Forum
Hi MS, Let me put it into perspective about the COL there, you'll be making more money in a month than most in a year. You'll be fine. I'm looking at a place in PP near the River front with all the amenities for about $150-250/month for a ... Read More
Any body been given a woman? I have one now! Would welcome thoughts by madmax888
Before any of you go nuts on me, let me explain. She is not my slave, she has complete freedom to come and go any time she likes. She knows she can go wherever, and whenever she likes. Let me explain her history, and how this came to be. Last ...
Madmax, I'm glad your relationship is progressing very well. Whenever I visit my family in the country side, it's those little gift items that goes a long way. You have to remember that most Cambodians main concern is find their next meal. One ... Read More
moving to cambodia on my own by malia
Hi All, I m now planning to resigne from my job and life and move to Cambodia in a couple of months. I would like to find a job that allows me to live in this country and at the same time do volunteer work in some NGO. My decision to move is very ...
Hi Malia, nice to meet you. I'm Cambodian American so the transition is going to be a bit easier for me. I was there for the second time this past April. I plan on being there at June. I'm leaving family, my career, etc. so I'm working on the ... Read More
moving to cambodia on my own by malia
Hi All, I m now planning to resigne from my job and life and move to Cambodia in a couple of months. I would like to find a job that allows me to live in this country and at the same time do volunteer work in some NGO. My decision to move is very ...
Hi Malia, I'm on the same boat as you. I'm prepping to move to Cambodia soon. I have a couple of friends has moved there and found jobs once they were there. They spoke English so it wasn't too difficult. I use this website to look for ... Read More
Any body been given a woman? I have one now! Would welcome thoughts by madmax888
Before any of you go nuts on me, let me explain. She is not my slave, she has complete freedom to come and go any time she likes. She knows she can go wherever, and whenever she likes. Let me explain her history, and how this came to be. Last ...
Hi Madmax, very interesting situation. I'm Cambodian American so I'm familiar with both cultures. Yes the Khmer women there are very subservient to men. It's just the culture. I would take it slowly and explain things to her. It's not about ... Read More