magicmaura
American expat in Cambodia
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American
Lives in Phnom Penh
Speaks English
Registration: 18 March 2015
Relocating to Cambodia with my dog by magicmaura
Hi, I'm hoping to get advice from others who have moved with their pet. Is it easy to travel with them? I haven't really picked out a "home base" yet, and would like to be able to travel with her. I've seen some places on Air ...
Thanks for your two cents. You're so friendly. Read More
Advice On Surviving Phnom Penh Traffic? by Ihsahn
Do you guys have any advice on how to avoid being run over, dragged, hit or any other form of undesirable contact with the local traffic? Namely, advice for walking on foot is needed. I highly doubt I will ever drive in Cambodia.
Nothing is really "safe" here, in my opinion. But you learn tricks and ways to get around. I ride my bike for many reasons and probably will never drive a moto. I will say that, generally, I'm a big fan of walking around, but it's ... Read More
Advice On Surviving Phnom Penh Traffic? by Ihsahn
Do you guys have any advice on how to avoid being run over, dragged, hit or any other form of undesirable contact with the local traffic? Namely, advice for walking on foot is needed. I highly doubt I will ever drive in Cambodia.
I actually feel that being a pedestrian is the lowest rung on the ladder, but I wouldn't tell you to stop walking because what works for you is what works for you. Read More
Advice On Surviving Phnom Penh Traffic? by Ihsahn
Do you guys have any advice on how to avoid being run over, dragged, hit or any other form of undesirable contact with the local traffic? Namely, advice for walking on foot is needed. I highly doubt I will ever drive in Cambodia.
I don't at all ask this in a snarky way- have you considered cycling? This will sound crazy, but, I feel more comfortable riding my bike than I do walking here. Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
Thanks! Poipet because I'll be in Siem Reap around that time. :) Read More
Cambodian Visa's - Essential Information by rarky
[b][u]Types of Visa[/u][/b] VOA applicants must submit passport, application forms, a recent passport photo, and other documents as determined by the status of stay. (Note: All prices are quoted in US Dollars) [b]1 - T-Type (Tourist) - ...
I was given a tourist visa when I entered the country even though my documents requested an e visa and I paid for one. I've been to that I can extend my tourist visa for another month but the will need to leave and come back to get an EVisa. Is ... Read More
Looking for a flatshare in Phnom Penh by MAGINCAMBODIA
Hello I've just arrived in Phnom Penh where I'll be working for at least one year. I'm looking for a bedroom in a houseshare with nice people in a quiet street if possible. I am NOT looking for a one bedroom flat. Ideally near Toul ...
I live off 376 between 95 and 105 (closer to 95). It's a great area, close to Toul Sleong and is easy to bike around. Wish I could offer you space, but the house is full. You may want to look at The Sunnyside Apartments, they're right across ... Read More
Starting up a food business in cambodia by Gozillaj
Hi I will like to know a few intakes in opening up a small food business in Cambodia, - what are the rules and regulations - first steps to register for a business in Cambodia - do I need to partner with a local - any tips and pitfalls - best ...
Pretty sure he was talking about the area commonly known as BKK1, which is not in Thailand. Read More
Buying bikes in Phnom Penh by sangomahanty
Where's the best place to shop for a basic sturdy bike for commuting around the city? I need to buy 4 for a family - thanks in advance for any advice! Sango
I think there's an area near Orussey Market, but I'm not sure where exactly... Read More
Phnom Penh VS Siem Reap
You may want to check out the Siem reap expat Facebook page. :) Read More
Plan to go to Phnom Penh with $3000 as startup - possible? by Ihsahn
I am planning on going to Cambodia in September of 2016, I'll be 29 by then with a TEFL 120 Hour Certificate. The last year has seen my life turned upside down and I think I just need to get back to basics and take myself out of my comfort zone. ...
Hey Lady, I'm a very similar situation to you, at the moment, except I'm leaving for PP on Saturday. I have about $4500 USD saved up, an Airbnb room booked, and a job. I highly suggest that you get on the Cambodian FB forums. They are a ... Read More
Email pals? by Cinefactus
Hi, Interested to befriend someone within the country. I have many assumptions and questions about the area. It's been a long brewed dream that I may one day visit Cambodia for an extended period and perhaps commit to staying long term. I am ...
Yeah, I 've learned one word. There's not a whole lot materials out there, but you should check out "Cambodian for Beginners" by Richard Gilbert. It's a workbook and comes with four audio discs. Read More
Email pals? by Cinefactus
Hi, Interested to befriend someone within the country. I have many assumptions and questions about the area. It's been a long brewed dream that I may one day visit Cambodia for an extended period and perhaps commit to staying long term. I am ...
Hey, I'm headed over in 2.5 weeks. I'll be happy to give you the lowdown :) Read More
Teach English: TEFL and what else? by Cinefactus
Hello, I was wondering if I could solicit some advice: I am taking a 100 hr TEFL (60 hour class/40 hour online component). I would like to have suitable chance of teaching in Cambodia at a survivable pay. My high school is not complete and have no ...
Are you taking your course through the International TEFL Academy by chance? Read More
pets wanted - looking to buy goats in Sihanoukville by Just smokies ltd
Looking for goats to buy In Shinokovile wonder could anyone point me in right direction
You may want to check the Siem Reap Agriculture Network page on Facebook. Here's the link:facebook.com/groups/siemreapagriculture/888089527929117/?comment_id=888181454586591¬if_t=like Read More
WIS Phnom Penh
Hi! I'll be finishing up my TEFL certificate in October- any idea if you'll still be hiring? Thanks! Maura Read More
Popsicles by magicmaura
Hey Guys, Wondering what the popsicle situation is like in PP. Would you eat one from a street vendor? What is your favorite flavor? Is there a pop shop in town? If I made pops would you buy one from me? My favorite flavor(s) are: Arnold ...
Hi Rarky! A popsicle in America is frozen flavored ice on a stick. Here's an example of a pop shop in my current town: www.kingofpops.net. Hope this helps! Read More
Popsicles by magicmaura
Hey Guys, Wondering what the popsicle situation is like in PP. Would you eat one from a street vendor? What is your favorite flavor? Is there a pop shop in town? If I made pops would you buy one from me? My favorite flavor(s) are: Arnold ...
Seems to me that this town needs an honest to goodness pop shop- perhaps I'm the one to do it! Thanks guys! Read More
Popsicles
Hey Guys, Wondering what the popsicle situation is like in PP. Would you eat one from a street vendor? What is your favorite flavor? Is there a pop shop in town? If I made pops would you buy one from me? My favorite flavor(s) are: Arnold ... Read More
Possible Teaching Jobs
Hey Charlotte! I'll be getting my TEFL in PP in October. There's quite a few awesome expat forums on Facebook that are worth joining. I don't know if your boyfriend being French will be an issue- but there's always tutoring as an ... Read More
Based in Russian Market Area, from Australia - Seeking friends by Kash2121
Hello everyone I"m Katherine - 28yr female from Australia - just moved to Phnom Penh for work and are looking to make friends! Will be based in the Russian Market area - looking to meet people interested in music, food, travel etc.
Hi Katherine! I'll be living in your area starting September- perhaps we can get together! Cheers! Maura Read More
Dog Sitter or Kennel in Siem Reap? by jcar88
Hi everyone! We have to go away for 2 and a half weeks starting next Thursday and unfortunately our friends who offered to look after our dog are also having another house guest who is terrified of dogs. We now have to find an alternative for our ...
Hey All, I'm going to be in PP from September till about November, but definitely have my eye on Siem Reap as a permanent post. I dog walk/pet sit as a moonlighting business here in the states and I'd be happy to house sit/ pet sit/ or just ... Read More
Importing a dog to SR
Fee Acer, I'm looking to bring my dog in from the US. As far as I can tell, you'll need vaccine records and a bill of health from your vet. Your airline will have certain requirements which you can read about on their website or just give ... Read More
Teaching Job Market by magicmaura
Hello, I'm moving to Cambodia in September and will be receiving my TEFL certification in November. I'm wondering what the options are for newly certified teachers in Cambodia, especially ones who do not hold a bachelors degree. I'd ...
Thanks Sanou! Where do you teach now? Read More
Teaching Job Market by magicmaura
Hello, I'm moving to Cambodia in September and will be receiving my TEFL certification in November. I'm wondering what the options are for newly certified teachers in Cambodia, especially ones who do not hold a bachelors degree. I'd ...
Thanks so much for the input! Hot and humid is a way of life for me, so I can handle it. In fact, I sort of prefer it! Were you in PP or Siem Reap, or where? Read More
Teaching Opportunities in Kampot/Kep
Hi Friends! I'll be a newly certified TEFL instructor as of November and am hoping to make some teacher friends in Kampot and Kep. Can anyone tell me what the job market is like in either of these towns? Thanks! Read More
Help, do my dogs need a permit?
In all the research I've done that's pretty much all you need. Get the health certificate before you go and you should be good. Read More
Life in Sihanoukville by ancientpathos
Greetings, I have visited PP and SR. I enjoy living near the ocean in Vietnam and I am thinking about moving to Sihanoukville. What can I expect in regards to housing, food and entertainment. I am retired, would like to keep my expenses at under ...
So, then, what are your feelings regarding Kampot/ Kep? Read More
Best Airline For Transporting A Dog From USA TO Siem Reap?? by cindykern
Hello! Please help! I need to know which airline company has the safest, most comfortable and fastest way to transport my dog to Siem Reap with me. Also, anything you can advise me on regarding shipping containers (crate, kennel?) will be very ...
I totally feel your pain. To be quoted 7 or 8 times more than my actual plane ticket is crazy! I want what's best for my dog, but that's robbery. Read More
Best Airline For Transporting A Dog From USA TO Siem Reap?? by cindykern
Hello! Please help! I need to know which airline company has the safest, most comfortable and fastest way to transport my dog to Siem Reap with me. Also, anything you can advise me on regarding shipping containers (crate, kennel?) will be very ...
I believe you can take a cat as carry on. It depends on the airline and the type of aircraft. Read More
Best Airline For Transporting A Dog From USA TO Siem Reap?? by cindykern
Hello! Please help! I need to know which airline company has the safest, most comfortable and fastest way to transport my dog to Siem Reap with me. Also, anything you can advise me on regarding shipping containers (crate, kennel?) will be very ...
Yes, I have. She's okay. It's the pit bulls and staffordshires that aren't allowed. Pugs and Bostons are okay, it's just that their short snouts make travel difficult. Read More
Teaching Job Market by magicmaura
Hello, I'm moving to Cambodia in September and will be receiving my TEFL certification in November. I'm wondering what the options are for newly certified teachers in Cambodia, especially ones who do not hold a bachelors degree. I'd ...
Just the words I needed to hear today! Thank you! Read More
Best Airline For Transporting A Dog From USA TO Siem Reap?? by cindykern
Hello! Please help! I need to know which airline company has the safest, most comfortable and fastest way to transport my dog to Siem Reap with me. Also, anything you can advise me on regarding shipping containers (crate, kennel?) will be very ...
Thanks! The biggest problem I keep running into is that because she is pug mix a lot of the airlines won't allow her as checked baggage due to liability. They also won't let allow her to fly if the temperature is above 80 degrees. I get that ... Read More
Teaching Job Market by magicmaura
Hello, I'm moving to Cambodia in September and will be receiving my TEFL certification in November. I'm wondering what the options are for newly certified teachers in Cambodia, especially ones who do not hold a bachelors degree. I'd ...
Thanks, Suren! I'm looking to move permanently from the States as well. Best of luck! Read More
Best Airline For Transporting A Dog From USA TO Siem Reap?? by cindykern
Hello! Please help! I need to know which airline company has the safest, most comfortable and fastest way to transport my dog to Siem Reap with me. Also, anything you can advise me on regarding shipping containers (crate, kennel?) will be very ...
I just got a quote to relocated my dog (who weighs under 20 lbs) to Cambodia for $8500.00. May I ask what airline you used to get to Thailand? I'm really hoping that I can find a way to get her on the plane with me... Thanks! Read More
Teaching Job Market
Hello, I'm moving to Cambodia in September and will be receiving my TEFL certification in November. I'm wondering what the options are for newly certified teachers in Cambodia, especially ones who do not hold a bachelors degree. I'd ... Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
I'm from the US. I'm planning on being in Cambodia from September onward. Read More
Moving to Cambodia
Paul, I'm looking to move in September and will be bringing my dog. I'll share anything I find out with you! Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
I'm interested to hear about your plan, as I'm looking to move from the US to Cambodia. Any information would be greatly appreciated! Thanks so much! Read More
Relocating to Cambodia with my dog by magicmaura
Hi, I'm hoping to get advice from others who have moved with their pet. Is it easy to travel with them? I haven't really picked out a "home base" yet, and would like to be able to travel with her. I've seen some places on Air ...
You're right! Private taxi is probably the best way to go- thanks so much! Read More
Relocating to Cambodia with my dog by magicmaura
Hi, I'm hoping to get advice from others who have moved with their pet. Is it easy to travel with them? I haven't really picked out a "home base" yet, and would like to be able to travel with her. I've seen some places on Air ...
Thanks so much for your insight! Is it easy to travel in-country with a pet? Like, if I wanted to go from Siem Reap to Sihanoukville with her, could she get on the bus with me? Read More
Relocating to Cambodia with my dog
Hi, I'm hoping to get advice from others who have moved with their pet. Is it easy to travel with them? I haven't really picked out a "home base" yet, and would like to be able to travel with her. I've seen some places on Air ... Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Marc, I just got back stateside from Thailand 3 days ago. Also stayed for 3 weeks and am now looking to move to Cambodia, hopefully sooner rather than later. You're gonna kill it- Thailand is awesome- where are you going? Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Um, hi, my name is Maura and I'm planning on moving to Cambodia in September, if not sooner. Thinking about Kampot, Kep, or Sihanoukville, but haven't decided. Traveling with my dog, so should be interesting for sure! Hoping to open a ... Read More