Cambodia: Ancient Wonders Meet Modern Work Life

From iconic temples to emerging tech hubs, Cambodia offered a unique blend of ancient and modern. Here's my two-week journey through this fascinating kingdom.

Days 1-6: Siem Reap

Temple runs and coffee shop coding.

Work Setup:

• The Little Red Fox

• New Leaf Cafe

• Sister Srey Cafe

• Pages Cafe

Must-Do Experiences:

• Angkor Wat sunrise

• Bayon Temple

• Ta Prohm

• Pub Street evening

• Artisans Angkor

• Floating villages

Days 7-10: Kampot

Riverside charm and pepper farms.

Work Setup:

• Epic Arts Cafe

• Cafe Espresso

• Simple Things

• Greenhouse

Highlights:

• Bokor Mountain

• Pepper farm tours

• River sunset cruise

• Salt field visits

• Firefly watching

• Old French quarter

Days 11-15: Phnom Penh

The bustling capital.

Work Setup:

• Factory Phnom Penh

• Brown Coffee

• Workspace 1

• Tini Cafe

Must-Experience:

• Royal Palace

• Silver Pagoda

• S21 Museum

• Russian Market

• Mekong river walk

• Street food tours

Pro Tips for Cambodia:

1. Smart SIM for best coverage

2. US dollars widely accepted

3. PassApp for city transport

4. Early morning temple visits

5. Book accommodations with pools

Budget Breakdown:

• Accommodation: $350

• Food: $200

• Transport: $150

• Activities: $250

• Total: ~$950

Internet Speeds:

• Siem Reap: 15-25 Mbps

• Kampot: 10-20 Mbps

• Phnom Penh: 20-50 Mbps

Pro tip: The best workspaces are often in the small boutique hotels - don't be afraid to try them out!