
Michael Perry
@mpmilestogo
American expat in Cambodia
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110
Contacts
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About me
American
Lives in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Speaks English
Registration: 24 October 2023
About
I met my wonderful Alin here in Siem Reap years ago. Life has become delicious and unique having her in it. She is stubborn and acerbic at times and whispers she loves me many times a day. Thank you Cambodia.
My expat journey





Siem Reap, Cambodia
My life is spent walking, being with my wonderful woman, taking photos, drinking coffee.
I have no occupation.
Siem Reap for me is the most beautiful and walkable city in Cambodia. I love all the coffee shops, restaurants, and most of all I met this wonderful Khmer woman here.
I wish tuktuks would stay off the walking sidewalks around town.

Merida, Mexico
I had no projects.
I ate tacos and loved this city. Stayed twice.
Just a beautiful colonial city in the Yucatan. Wonderful people, food, great place to do nothing. So I did.

Ha Nội, Vietnam
I lived in Hanoi, traveled in 2020 where I wanted to go. By 2021, life was difficult and visa laws changed so I left
I'm retired. I do nothing. I do it really well too.
Hanoi has my spirit and soul. I spent many happy days doing nothing in Hanoi.

USA
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Rental nightmares in Cambodia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Cambodia can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
We live in rural Siem Reap in a three bedroom house my Khmer partner found for $220 a month. It is not where I would choose to live so my advice is to spend a little time on the location. Our landlord will only repair or maintain things if our ... 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?
Both the companies I mentioned before arelocal companies. You will have to open a quote with them online. The websites will show you different coverage levels. I jusgg to decided because of age and cost I would not do them. You will need to open a ... Read More
Next Journey Phase.. by trlblzn145
I'm a 71-year-old retired American seriously considering a long-term move to Siem Reap in early 2027. I'd love to connect with some established expats who could share their firsthand experience with housing, healthcare, everyday life, and getting ...
Hello. Been here this time 5 years. Live in Siem reap. Have a Khmer partner I love. Life is good here for me. Left America about 10 years ago. Traveled around Southeast Asia and back to America for visits until 2020 when I got stuck in Vietnam ... Read More
Is dental treatment in Cambodia worth it? by Dennyty2222
I am Denny, a local here. I would like to know if dental treatment in Cambodia is highly trustworthy among expats here? Why or why not?
My main interest was finding a local dentist that would repair a broken tooth. My partner called her dentist which is down the street and arranged an appointment. I felt this service was well done and very professionally handled. My partner handled ... Read More
Health insurance over 60 by PatWe
Hey all.Looking for expat health insurance. Anyone experience with health issues, over 60, mix of local Khmer and Emergency transport insurance? Recommendations? Local brokers?Thanks P.
Hello. There are a few health insurance providers in Cambodia. Two that come to mind are AG Cambodia and Forte. You can open queries with them online. That being said, I do not use these services at all. I just pay for the service I need at a local ... Read More
First visit planned Siem Reap/ introducing myself by PatWe
Hey folks, just booked my first visit to Siem Reap to check whether it would suit for me for retirement. Would like to meet people living there (expats, digital nomads, retirees) to get expertise about pros and cons. I'm German, 63, female,btw. ...
@PatWe Hi! Well I think so many places you could look for places to stay. You could just use a realty agent that will take you around but it's just as easy to go look around the city and find signs that say for rent. I don't use Facebook but many ... Read More
First visit planned Siem Reap/ introducing myself by PatWe
Hey folks, just booked my first visit to Siem Reap to check whether it would suit for me for retirement. Would like to meet people living there (expats, digital nomads, retirees) to get expertise about pros and cons. I'm German, 63, female,btw. ...
Welcome to Siem reap. Been here almost 5 years. Living with Khmer partner. Love the city. Take some time to go walk around wat Damnak and wat Bo districts. Love both of them. Also taphul street very nice. We live outside of town a few km.really ... Read More
Is dental treatment in Cambodia worth it? by Dennyty2222
I am Denny, a local here. I would like to know if dental treatment in Cambodia is highly trustworthy among expats here? Why or why not?
Hi. I got some dental work done here in Siem Reap. My partner is Khmer and she took me to her dentist. I had not been in some time. I had broken tooth the dentist replaced. Then fixed some followup issues. I found the entire process to be very well ... Read More
Considering a move to SR by ellongworth
Hello to all. My partner (Sue) and I are considering a move to SR. Both of us hold ESL (Level 5) certifications, but are primarily intending to enjoy life and relax. I have lived in, and speak a bit of language from, PRC, Turkey, and Germany. I ...
Hi Eric. I've lived here four years this time. I had left America over 10 years ago. Lived in Vietnam for awhile, traveled here and there. Lived in Mexico a year. Then I came back to Cambodia. I wrote another post about things you can find. I think ... Read More
Taxes, visas, and prep for retirement by Tim34221
I just got back to the states after spending two weeks in a Phnom Penh. First of all the generosity and kindness of the Khmer people changed my life, one of my best vacation destinations and I’ve traveled many countries, Cambodia stole my ...
Hi Tim. I believe there is a recent post on the site about taxes that may help Give it a search. I would do these things before hand. Get two US bank accounts and make sure neither of them is Bank of America and perhaps one is Schwab. Link them ... Read More
Living in Siem Reap by Jaqskott3
Hi looking to consider living here. I am thinking to retire. I am female, enjoy gym, yoga, pilates cultural stuff. Can yougive me some thoughts on how easy this to achieve. Has someone done this and might like to share their honest thoughts on the ...
@Jaqskott3I think Siem Reap is a good choice for the things you are looking for. This area has a wonderful diversity of culture and history which is very enjoyable. The city has numerous gym and fitness facilities you can find easily. I'd suggest ... Read More
Cost of living in Cambodia in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Cambodia, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Cambodia or already living ...
Hello Cheryl. This year my partner and I stayed in our 3 bedroom house in rural Siem Reap living Khmer style. We pay 220 a month for rent. Utilities run about 80. The majority of that is power since we both use the AC often. I don’t do motos ... Read More
ABA Bank International Transfer with Western Union
Hello all. I have been wondering when this would come along. Now with the latest ABA mobile app, Western Union money transfer is available. Right now, you can get the western union remittance number and insert it into the ABA bank receive money and ... Read More
Looking to move there by jlggilbertson14
Just trying to chat with people who can give me some information
What is it you are wanting? Information on visas or cost of living? What day to day life is like here? I've been here this time for about 3.5 years now. Lived here before the pandemic as well. I am living with my khmer partner in Siem Reap now but I ... Read More
Managing meals in Cambodia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Cambodia? We ...
Hi Cheryl. I guess there's not a lot of management I do for meals here. My partner does all that stuff and she enjoys the cooking for me I think. She buys food at local markets like fresh fruit and vegetables and meat and poultry and fish. Potatoes! ... Read More