Siem Reap Q&A

I live in a Phum Sankat area and I'm driving crazy from the constant noise of a printing company behind my house, it sounds like scraping a plate with a fork over and over again.

I've been thinking about the meaning of supporting local businesses in Cambodia. While we often focus on whether a company is owned by a Cambodian or not, I think there's another important aspect to consider: the strength of the Cambodian workforce.

I'm looking for a reliable place to replace my MacBook Air battery. I've heard good things about iOne, but I'd like to know if there are other options.

Services 1w ago 2 answers • brianna_kell

I need someone to order some tech parts for me as the person I normally ask has stopped working due to school. I'm looking for ribbon cables for the Oculus Quest 2 left controller and the power flex ribbon cable. I've tried Loda and other sites but they don't have it.

I'm a licensed Angkor guide with 11 years of experience living in Siem Reap. I've noticed a decline in tourists, particularly backpackers and expats, and I'm concerned about the impact on the local economy. I've tried talking to locals and fellow guides, but I'd like to hear from others about their experiences and impressions of the current situation.

Services 3w ago 2 answers • Gijs Visser

I saw an article about a man being arrested for a $400,000 jewellery heist in Siem Reap. I'm curious to know how he managed to pull off such a large heist.

Services 3w ago 8 answers • Georgia

I've been renting condos and houses in Siem Reap since 2024, but every landlord I've dealt with hasn't registered me on the Foreigner's Passport Control System (FPCS) despite my requests. They claim they don't know what it is or don't want to bother learning the system. Now, I need to register myself, but the app no longer works because residences need to be verified by the local police. I'm worried about the hassle and potential bribes involved in getting this done.

Services 4w ago 5 answers • Laura F

I've had a few issues with Grab orders in Siem Reap, including incorrect items and non-existent restaurants. Has anyone else experienced similar problems?

I'm trying to start a farming career and need to know the name of a fertilizer brand in Siem Reap that sells 100% pure potassium nitrate.

I'm planning a trip to Cambodia next August and I'll be 17 when I travel (from the UK).

Services 1mo ago 2 answers • Tom W

My friend brought me some dry clam and I'd love to get some for myself, but I have no idea where to find it. I've heard it's a specialty from the USA.

I'm a licensed Angkor guide with 11 years of experience, looking to open a business in Siem Reap that caters to middle-aged customers and offers a unique experience. I'm considering a bar or an eatery serving hot snacks late at night, and I'd like to know if the market is ready for such a business.

I've been hearing mixed reviews about the Bakong Tourist App, and I'm curious to know if tourists are actually using it when they visit Siem Reap. I've tried to get my parents and friends to use it when they travel, but no one has been able to set it up.

I'm visiting Cambodia in October and staying in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. We plan to stay at Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, with 3 days in Angkor wat. I'm a vegetarian, I don’t eat any kind of meat and eggs, are there any local delicacies that I could try?

I'm a licensed Angkor guide and I've noticed that when using Google Translate, my local friends take forever to understand it. I'm wondering if there are any hacks to make sure the translation is correct.

I'm considering a last-minute trip to Cambodia and don't have the time to plan a full solo itinerary from scratch. I'd love to join a group tour (preferably with a younger crowd), but my research keeps hitting the same major operators: G Adventures, Intrepid, Contiki, TruTravels and Intro Travel. Are there any alternative group tours or local companies I should look into? I'm actually on a budget and would prefer to spend <USD400 for a week.

I'm a licensed Angkor guide with 11 years of experience, and I'd like to supplement my income with online English teaching. I'm not sure what opportunities are available or what qualifications I need.