petercambo
Cambodian expat in Cambodia
Forum posts
29
About me
Cambodian
Lives in Sihanoukville
Registration: 28 September 2014
In retrospect, would you move again to Cambodia? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Cambodia, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Absolutely. Ups and downs but what a great 11 years. Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Update: 2 more of my friends have bitten the dust because of their nairvity with their young Cambodian wives/girlfriends. I’ve now lost count. Some people just won’t accept it. Some people think they’ll find ‘true’ ... Read More
Retirement Visa by funlovin5050
Hello all Has anyone applied for the new retirement visa yet ? Or does anyone know what the requirement is ? I am a British citizen and over retirement age. Any information would be useful. Many thanks Roger
Joe has it bob on. I just went to travel agent and said I wanted a retirement visa and got it - no problem. Read More
Traffic in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Cambodia, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Best insurance company is Forte; Caminco close second. The nicer car you have, the more respect you get. Read More
Traffic in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Cambodia, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Cambodians have developed their own ‘highway’ code. Bullet points: 1. Usually, the bigger the vehicle, the more important you are. 2. Most of them do have an understanding between each other so don’t worry about moto’s ... Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Cambodia? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
Hi Priscilla, I do not have any family but mail and speak with friends in other countries using: Messenger, Line and Whasapp. Regards, Pedro. Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Thank you No Noise. Pedro. Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Hi wnmorell, Well done and good luck ........... you seem to know what you're doing. Great! Regards, Pedro. Read More
Dating single Khmer girls by Vicmot
Where do U easiest meet local girls willing to date western guys? - KTVs or local discos? When its best time to approach them.. while theyre working or off-duty? - as Ive observed after theyre finished at work they all hurdle to home. And maybe ...
Hi Vicmot, For what it’s worth, my view is that you’re trying to fit square pegs into round holes. Joe has said all that is relevant; my suggestion is to move on. Pedro Read More
Can I believe this lady? by John Birth
Hi, I was in Phnom Penh recently for holidays. I have a good running business in Europe. After 20 years of hard work I decided to slow things down a little. So I tough why not start up something in Cambodia (just to stay busy)and enjoy live in this ...
Yes, I think that one is on page 3 of the 'how to rip off a Barang' script. Pedro. Read More
Can I believe this lady? by John Birth
Hi, I was in Phnom Penh recently for holidays. I have a good running business in Europe. After 20 years of hard work I decided to slow things down a little. So I tough why not start up something in Cambodia (just to stay busy)and enjoy live in this ...
Hello John, It is extremely unusual (in 11 years, I've never heard of a Cambodian going to Hong Kong for treatment). I don't know what her financial situation is; you didn't say what was wrong with her mother - the cost of treatment for ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Hi Joe, I think we're basically using the same hymn sheet but singing different verses at the same time. There's good and bad everywhere. I can be harsh at times with 'beginners'; I do it basically because I was given some harsh ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Hi Joe. Ha ha. No, not sour grapes, it's just a fact; you can have a nice relationship with a Khmer woman but you just have to play by their rules and watch your back and be prepared to spend on them - they'll do what they want regardless ... Read More
What do Cambodian woman expect from their western friend? by james1963
Hello, I am James (54) and I have a question what answer I can not find on this forum or the internet. First, I am not a sextourist, pedophile, druguser or alcoholic. I have read a lot about woman in Cambodia but ... I have had 3 wifes here in ...
Hi, I've lived in Cambodia for 11 years. Don't even think about a relationship with any Asian woman. They and their families wrote the script. They'll rip you off and leave you for dead. They know all the lies, all the answers, all the ... Read More
Marriage to a Thai' woman by petercambo
Hello, I am a British Ex Pat living in Sihanoukville married to a thai' woman. We were married in Thailand. Is the marriage recognised in Cambodia? Thank you. Peter
Thank you for your reply; to put it simply, I don't want my marriage to my Thai wife to be legal in Cambodia. Thai law seems to be different from Cambodian law; if we lived in Thailand, we would be subject to Thai' marriage legalities but we ... Read More
Good doctor in Sihkounville by brissieguy
Hi all, I am about to move to Sihkounville permanently but have heard a lot of bad stories about the health system in Cambodia. Unfortunately the cost of expat health insurance for Australians is outrageous ($3000 USD a year). So my question is does ...
C.T clinic is good but probably the the most expensive. International hospital has a variety of foreign doctors working there, are easier communicate with. and seem very capable. I had one physical examination there - about 20 mins for $20 dollars. ... Read More
Marriage to a Thai' woman by petercambo
Hello, I am a British Ex Pat living in Sihanoukville married to a thai' woman. We were married in Thailand. Is the marriage recognised in Cambodia? Thank you. Peter
Thank you, however, I don't want my marriage to be legal in Cambodia for business and personal reasons. It is in my interests that Cambodian law does not replicate Thai law in my situation. Thank you very much for your input. Regards. Read More
Marriage to a Thai' woman by petercambo
Hello, I am a British Ex Pat living in Sihanoukville married to a thai' woman. We were married in Thailand. Is the marriage recognised in Cambodia? Thank you. Peter
Thank you, I wonder why you say 'think'. I need to be 100%. I know barangs who marry Cambodian women and that is 100% legal. Thanks again. Read More
Marriage to a Thai' woman
Hello, I am a British Ex Pat living in Sihanoukville married to a thai' woman. We were married in Thailand. Is the marriage recognised in Cambodia? Thank you. Peter Read More