Best cities to live in Cambodia

Cambodia3go wrote:

Many thanks to Joe who expresses word by word what I tell now every day to racist peole here in Sihanoukville. Totally agree with you Joe.

Thanks for the compliment. I have said "Tolerance and Acceptance" have become rare....

Cheers.

Joe

Hi

Do you know of any good real estate agents in your area.  I'm looking to rent a condo for twelve months later this year. 
Regards

My fixer Sophy is a really good guy at finding property.  I can give you his number is you like.

This thread is about best cities to live.

Please stick to the original thread.

Thanks.

Joe

JoeKhmer wrote:

Nice topic.

I think it is best to look at different groups and advise accordingly.

For retirement, in my opinion Sihanoukville is the best place. I live there myself and it's a great place to live retired.

For jobs I think Phnom Penh is the place to be, the capital, with the most businesses, schools, opportunities for jobs.

For the utmost tranquility seekers I would recommend Koh Kong and specifically Koh Kong Island. Very quiet and a beautiful nature.

My two cents (equals 40 riel )

Hi Joe

This was back in '16. Are you still living in Sihanoukville? I note on another thread you mention how the the place is developing and as a consequence the costs are escalating and the air quality reducing.

Is Sihanoukville still your pick in Cambodia for the retiree?

Cheers

Ellis

Hello Ellis.

I left Sihanoukville and exchanged it for Phnom Penh, the reason was a personal one and I'm glad I took the decision.

Sihanoukville has become a giant construction site with hundreds of sand trucks throwing up much sand and damaging the roads.

But, things are improving. Roads are reconstructed in a better way, so they won't be washed away in the next rain season, water treatment plants have been planned, to better cope with more waste water, there are 30 more garbage trucks to deal with the growing tonnage of garbage, due to more people living there.

I have said before and I say it again, look at Sihanoukville in 2 years time and you will love it.

There will be a new highway to Phnom Penh, 4 lanes, no motorbikes allowed.

More and more investment from Western corporations will see large luxury hotels rising, it will be a kind of French Riviera, never to be the backpacker town it used to be. Sihanoukville is growing into a large city with yes, many casinos, mainly for Chinese gamblers. But the good thing is those people stay on their own and don't bother about the rest of the city. Casinos are built in one part of Sihanoukville and that is good.

I won't be back to retire, I'm busy right now, my job takes a lot of time and I love it.

But I can recommend Sihanoukville as a wonderful place to retire if you like sea, sun and beach. It will be great again in 2 years time, believe me.

Cheers

Joe

Thanks Joe, appreciate you taking the time to reply

Ellis G wrote:

Thanks Joe, appreciate you taking the time to reply

You're welcome Ellis.

Joe

This was an old post. Today, January 2019, I wonder if you still agree about Sihanoukville or Sinoville as ppl call it today.
What I've heard around me about it so far is less than inspiring, and I hear that many are leaving.

Personally I loved Kep, its peace and easy life, but definitely not recommended for people looking for a job. It could be an interesting area for investments though or to manage or own a business in the tourism industry. It is however very laid-back with a practically non-existent social life. To top it all, the road to get there is absolutely horrendous.

We also visited PP, we were not too impressed although we found it to be clean and neat.

On the other hand, we fell in love with SR, a thriving city with a great energy, excellent to work and live there. We've discovered that the river divides the city in 2 areas: the touristic center on one side, the beautiful residential areas on the other bank.
This residential area is filled with shady avenues where magnificent old trees provide cooling to enjoy delicious meals at fine restaurants, enjoy drinks at great bars, or simply sip a coffee at a French bakery of your choice. The rents are more than affordable; in general the residential area offers great value for money. Many expats have established a base in this city that offers possibilities galore for a great social life. A city that also boasts several vegetarian/vegan restaurants as well as a small farmers market and small vegetarian/organic grocery stores.
The greatest addition in SR since December 24 is naturally the Cambo Beach, with its 30 m long pool surrounded by a great beach with sand brought all the way from Sihanoukville. A great way to spend a fantastic day. Cambo Beach also serves delicious food, drinks and organizes various music events through the week.
Is there anyone else living in SR and loving it?

Myriam, it would be nice if you read correctly.

My post re today's Sihanoukville is from January 19, 2019, 2 days ago, so not an old post at all.

Thanks.

Joe

JoeKhmer wrote:

Hello Ellis.

I left Sihanoukville and exchanged it for Phnom Penh, the reason was a personal one and I'm glad I took the decision.

Sihanoukville has become a giant construction site with hundreds of sand trucks throwing up much sand and damaging the roads.
Joe

Sorry JoeKhmer, I hadn't seen this reply before I posted mine. Do you still keep in touch with the developments in SV?

I have friends living in Sihanoukville plus I read 3 Cambodian newspapers on line.

I keep myself well informed, not only about Sihanoukville but about all of Cambodia.

I live here so it is in my interest to be informed of the news and developments.

Cheers.

Joe

Joe,
I still have to learn how to navigate this site. I was responding to an old thread of 2016.
After I submitted my reply and question, I realized there were more recent replies from you on the thread.
I did not read the initial dates incorrectly, I was in a 2016 thread. So yes, a bit ancient, but I'm happy to have found your update of January of this year, thanks for that.
SV developments remain a big question mark.
Are there any expat living in SV who could give us more info about the actual situation? Anyone would still recommend it for a weekend getaway?

Myriam.

Always go to the latest posts in a thread, that way you have the most recent posts.

As I said Sihanoukville is not nice right now, too many construction sites and sand trucks throughout the city.

If you want a getaway for a weekend or longer, I can recommend you the islands for the coast of Sihanoukville: Koh rong and Koh rong samloem.
No construction sites there, it's quiet and beautiful, plenty of resorts and bungalows to rent, white sand beaches, blue sea.

Hope this clarifies the situation.

Joe

Myriam H wrote:

On the other hand, we fell in love with SR, a thriving city with a great energy, excellent to work and live there. We've discovered that the river divides the city in 2 areas: the touristic center on one side, the beautiful residential areas on the other bank....

Thank you for posting Myriam. I will definitely put SR on my list!

Regards

Ellis