David
@DGW
American expat in Cambodia
Forum posts
30
Contacts
6
About me
American
Lives in Lakeville
Speaks English
Registration: 21 March 2012
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. ...
xavierelguedj The clinic information; Ek Sovann Mony Clinic #36-38 St. Notbird Sangkat Tekthla Khan Sensok Phnom Penh 012 67 2828 / 017 47 9696 Prof. Ek Sovann Mony MD. D.E.S Main education in France Hope this helps. This is off of his ... 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. ...
xavierelguedj we should plan to meet. David 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. ...
xavierelguedj That sounds so much better with your friend. Thank you. I would love to see your numbers if i may. I have been involved in 2 projects here in Phnom Penh. Bad news is that they both failed for lack of funding. Both times the main ... 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. ...
xavierelguedj; No we have not been to Thailand. As far a housing goes, i know very little about their market. I do believe that Phnom Penh is a great market. I think it will last for a while. time is now to get in. when i arrived here 3 years ... 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. ...
Mike Thank you for you kind words David 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. ...
We do not own a house as of yet, with our rent being so low, financially doesn't make sense now. we have bought land and a few lots for either re-sale or to build on, not sure yet. the building of a house right now is not high on our list at ... 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. ...
When i moved to Phnom Penh 3 years ago, i thought i had all my numbers worked out. Rent, Electric Food Phone, etc. Come to find out i did, but there a was few things no one told me about. It is the nickel and dime factor. Part of that is that i ... Read More
Khmer lessons by also
Hello! I am moving to Pnom Penh in 2 weeks and I would like to learn Khmer. Does anyone know a Khmer teacher who could give me and my husband individual lessons everyday? Is it a very difficult language to learn? Thanks for some information!
I use Savon Roger ( BO ). I have known him for 3 years. I use him for Khmer lesson, my wife uses him for English lessons. he teaches conversation grammar, listening and writing skills. very informal. comes to your location for lessons. his ... Read More
room to rent by roberto340
hey guys scottish gay guy 43 looking to go to phnon pemh mabey in april may for si months never been there can anyone give me an idea of prices for acc food beer ect
Wow, where do you come from. I have had shop owner let me pay the next day without any marks. I guess you reap what you sow. Read More
driving license by Aaliyah01
hey hey ,cz i was personally interested in this and came across it today so jst wanted to share: i found this place at the corner of sihanouk (274) with Riverside (sisowath)called mittapheap driving school which is pretty awesome .. for 120 $ ...
You also need three (3) passport size pictures when you apply. Read More
Need advice by ujustu4u
I am 50 years old medical doctor from USA. I am still in active medical practice. After 20 years being daily routine, I would like to retire very soon within next 2 months. I an thinking about moving to Cambodia ( I considered first to ...
very good advice. I visited Cambodia 2 times before moving here. Only thing I will say about that is, visiting is much different then living here. So much to learn on a daily bases. You must be willing to accept this way of life and leave what ... Read More
Are there unfurnished houses, condos and apartments for rent ??
Yes, best way to find them is to know a local. i have a 3 story 5 bedroom, 3 bath with roof top. My wife found it by word of mouth. Someone knew someone that knew someone that knew someone. Read More
**** SNAG **** Social Security Checks! by TheDigitalMage
I just knew there would be a snag... Now I find that Uncle Sam will not send social security checks to Cambodia! I suppose I could have it direct-depostied in the US and then get the money via debit card... but sooner or later they will mail ...
You can go to the embassy and fill out a form that will allow your SS checks to be sent here. Takes about 3 months before they get here. I guess red tape. only problem is that you have to go and pick up your check every month. You are correct ... Read More
New Guy In Phnom Penh
Well everyone, I made it. Got into Phnom Penh on Aug 14 2012. It is just as i remember it as. We are living in a rental house on Street 2011. So far so good. A few problems with me adjusting to some of the way of life, but not a real big deal. ... Read More
driving license by Aaliyah01
hey hey ,cz i was personally interested in this and came across it today so jst wanted to share: i found this place at the corner of sihanouk (274) with Riverside (sisowath)called mittapheap driving school which is pretty awesome .. for 120 $ ...
Aaliyah01 Just read your post on driving lessons and what all goes with that. Do you have to go though the whole process if you are a driver in another country? I mean the 20 days,etc or is there just a test you take to get one? thanks David Read More
Ask for a little Help by DGW
Hey guys Leaving the US in 20 days and everything is piling up to get ready to leave. More things to take care of then I thought. I thought I knew the answer to my question, but seem to have miss placed it. So, I an asking for a little advice/help. ...
Aaliyah01 Thank you for your reply. So when i arrive at the airport and go though customs and they ask for what type of Visa, i should say what or get what at that point. Do i tell them a "Business" visa or a "tourist" visa and then go and apply ... Read More
Ask for a little Help
Hey guys Leaving the US in 20 days and everything is piling up to get ready to leave. More things to take care of then I thought. I thought I knew the answer to my question, but seem to have miss placed it. So, I an asking for a little advice/help. ... Read More
I am on my way.
Hey all. Been some time since I have been on the site. 27 days left in the US. Working hard to get every thing done to leave here. Flight is August 12th. Looking forward to meeting you after all of the family stuff when I 1st get there is ... Read More
I am on my way, It Real.
Aaliyah01: That you for your offer of when i get there. i do not think that will be a problem. last time i came to Cambodia, there were over 50 people there to meet me, so i think that is taken care of. Made up of friends and family. I am thinking ... Read More
I am on my way, It Real.
talked to the airlines today to make arrangements to leave and come to Cambodia. Can't believe that i am doing this. it is real now. WOW. should be there either in July or Aug. Bringing my dog with me, he needs to drop some weight to get on the ... Read More
driving license by Aaliyah01
hey hey ,cz i was personally interested in this and came across it today so jst wanted to share: i found this place at the corner of sihanouk (274) with Riverside (sisowath)called mittapheap driving school which is pretty awesome .. for 120 $ ...
you are a wealth of information. thank you david Read More
New one here
Aaliyah01 thank you for the welcome. it is more than the weather that brings me to Cambodia. I have traveled there a few times and spent time there. i fell in love with the people and the country. David Read More
New one here
thank you for the welcome. as i say "Heat good, COLD Bad". I am from Minnesota, 20 below zero is not uncommon for our winters. But will say this winter was very nice. Here it is March and no Snow. so thanks again. david Read More
New one here
Just joined this forum. I will be moving to Phnom Penh in Aug or so to live with my wife and son. So "Hi" to all. David Read More