Drink
lots of water. Never drink tap
water purified, bottled water is available everywhere.
Use an insect repellent against
mosquitoes. It is the only way to be sure of protection against
mosquito borne diseases. Since
Cambodia has a hot and humid tropical climate, casual and
light-weight clothing is best. Clothing made from natural fibers is
the best option. A jacket might be needed on cool winter evenings or
in hotels and restaurants using excessive air-conditioning. A
hat and high-factor sun block is advisable as protection against the
hot sun when sightseeing.
When
visiting temples or pagodas,
including those of Angkor Wat, shorts and T-shirts are acceptable.
Shoes are generally removed at the entrance to pagodas. For visits
to the Silver Pagoda, which is within the Royal Palace grounds.
visitors are asked to dress more formally. Gentlemen are
required to wear long trousers and ladies should wear long
trousers or long skirts.
Standard
film, (such as Kodak, FUJI or Konica 100, ) and slide Non are widely
available. Photos are inexpensive to process in the country. Any
specialized photo equipment
should be brought with you. Photography in airports, railway
stations and near any military installations is forbidden and
discretion should be used when photographing people, particularly
monks. The cheapest & best quality photo service in Phnom Penh
is SPK Photo Studio FUJI Shop.
HEALTH
REQUIREMENTS
Although no vaccinations are
officially required for entry to Cambodia, they are highly
encouraged. Visitors are advised to check with their doctor or a
travel immunization clinic regarding protection against malaria,
typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis A and B. Any essential medications
should be brought with you as there is no guarantee they will be
available in Cambodia.
FOOD
Khmer
cuisine is closely related to those in neighboring Thailand and Laos,
although it is not as spicy. Curries, stir tried vegetable,
rice, noodles and soups are staples of the Khmer diet.
Cambodia
is well known in the region for its Prahok, a strong,
fermented fish
paste used in a variety of traditional dishes. Fresh
serve bottled
drinking water and tap water should never be drunk. Similarly, salad and
fruit served at these establishments are safe. All
Tours are based on full board arrangements. For full-day excursions, picnic
lunch can be provided if no adequate restaurants are available.
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