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Cambodia’s famed Angkor makes $26.3 mln revenue in H1 2025
Tourists visit Angkor Wat in Siem Reap province, Cambodia, on February 10, 2024. Xinhua Cambodia’s famed Angkor Archaeological Park earned $26.3 million from ticket sales during the first half of 2025, up 8 percent compared to the same period last...

Travelbag names Thailand as the world’s safest destination
Long-haul travel specialist firm Travelbag reports that, based on several key factors, Thailand is the safest place in the world to visit in 2025. The online travel platform analysed data from research company Numbeo with regard to local safety...

Cambodia-Japan economic package set to boost investment
Cambodia-Japan economic package set to boost investment The economic package is expected to support collaboration in key sectors like infrastructure, logistics, technology, manufacturing, and human capital development. Japan Monday reiterated its...

Turmoil, tariffs, tourism: Thailand's political woes threatens fragile recovery
Protesters hold a sign with a photo of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra crossed out at Victory Monument on June 28, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. Thousands of protesters gathered at Bangkok’s Victory Monument to demand Prime Minister Paetongtarn...

Cambodia and Saudi Arabia commit to strengthening trade, investment ties
Synopsis: Mr Hun Sen urges Saudi Arabia to consider investing in agriculture and agro-industry, especially in processing agricultural products for export. Cambodia and Saudi Arabia Tuesday expressed commitment to enhance bilateral relations by...

New Rural Roads Construction Commences in Cambodia to Boost Eco-Tourism
The Cambodian government has officially broken ground on three new rural roads in Teuk Phos district, Kampong Chhnang province. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing the country’s rural infrastructure and supporting eco-tourism,...

Cambodia, Singapore Committed to Strengthening Bilateral Ties (VIDEO)
Senate President Hun Sen met with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the Senate Palace on July 2, 2025, describing the visit as a significant step toward enhancing and deepening relations between Cambodia and Singapore. Chea Thyrith,...

TUI forecasts strong growth for Asia as top long-haul destination for German travelers
TUI sees Asia as a top long-haul destination this winter, led by Thailand, with major hotel expansion and rising bookings from German travelers. German travelers are showing continued enthusiasm for international travel, with Asia emerging as a...
Vietnam – An Attractive Destination For Medical Tourism
Not only does Vietnam attract international tourists with its landscapes, culture, and cuisine, but it is also gradually becoming a reliable destination for medical treatment, offering high-quality services at reasonable costs. Patients are...

Luxury travel priorities are shifting in the Asia Pacfic
Luxury travel trends have shifted in Asia Pacific, according to a new report. Luxury Travel by Marriott International launched The Intentional Traveller report, which revealed a luxury travel mindset characterised by deeper cultural engagement,...
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I’ve Cycled for 20 Years and Own 4 Electric Bikes—This Lightweight One Is Perfect for Travel
The Priority Current Plus E-bike is the perfect all-around electric bike, perfect for beginners and seasoned commuters alike. At just 55 pounds, it's compatible with most hitch racks—perfect for use on road trips. The 720WH battery can last up to...

Penang International Airport Welcomes Cambodia Airways’ New Direct Service From Phnom Penh
Penang International Airport (PEN) today welcomed Cambodia Airways (KR) as its 18th foreign airline, marking the launch of the first direct service between Phnom Penh (PNH) and PEN. The twice-weekly service, operated using an Airbus A320 aircraft,...
Cambodia, Saudi Arabia Continue to Strengthen and Expand Bilateral Cooperation
AKP Phnom Penh, July 02, 2025 -- Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet held talks this morning at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh with H.E. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh, Speaker of the Shura Council of the Kingdom of...

‘Cultural immersion boosting Cambodia’s luxury tourism’
Synopsis: The Kingdom is also one of the most preferred destinations for ‘venture travelists’ and ‘luxury travellers seeking timeless adventures’. Cultural immersion is benefitting Cambodia’s luxury tourism segment amid a paradigm shift in global...
Cambodia v-Pass Soft-Launched to Streamline Entry for International Travellers
AKP Phnom Penh, July 02, 2025 -- The General Department of Immigration (GDI) under the Ministry of Interior has officially begun the trial implementation of the Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass) system, replacing traditional immigration stamps and QR...
Angkor Resort Welcomes Over 560,000 Tourists in First Six Months
AKP Phnom Penh, July 03, 2025 -- Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap province welcomed 567,673 foreign tourists in the first six months of this year, earning more than US$26 million. The figures were shared by the Angkor Enterprise, the...

Cambodia: Mother Nature Activists in Prison One Year
(Bangkok, July 2, 2025) – Five Cambodian environmental activists who have completed one year of their six to eight-year prison terms on baseless charges should be immediately and unconditionally released, Human Rights Watch said today. On July 2,...

THAILAND-CAMBODIA BORDER DISPUTE DISRUPTS THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
Thailand's border areas in six provinces are currently experiencing closures following rising disagreements with Cambodia, significantly affecting movement to tourist hotspots like Angkor. The Aranyaprathet-Poipet crossing, usually a key travel...

New border gate poised to boost further Cambodia-Vietnam trade
Synopsis: As both neighbouring nations have set a new target of bilateral trade amounting to around $20 billion, the new international border gate will play a key role in achieving this goal, says Mr Hun Sen. Senate President Hun Sen yesterday...

East Bengal to face clubs from Hong Kong, Cambodia in AFC Women’s Champions League prelims
Football News East Bengal won their maiden IWL tirle in 2024-25. @I-League New Delhi: Indian Women’s League champions East Bengal were clubbed with Hong Kong’s Kitchee SC and Cambodia’s Phnom Penh Crown FC in their AFC Champions League preliminary...