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In Cambodia, Khmer travelers are taking over from a sluggish international tourism sector
Foreign arrivals fell 44.8% in Q1 2026, weighed down by the collapse of Thai visitor flows. But domestic demand, up nearly 59%, adds an unexpected nuance to an overall picture that remains bleak.

Editorial team
2 days ago4 min read


Film & Documentary: Kep, Before the Sea Dies
Beneath the Sea is a short documentary born from a specific commission and a sincere sense of urgency. The film was created for Art for Kep, an initiative that combines artistic creation, territorial promotion, and the protection of a fragile ecosystem. This dual mandate — aesthetic and activist — permeates every shot.

Editorial team
3 days ago3 min read


Cambodia & Tourism: The Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal, a Sanctuary of the World
The Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh has just received one of the highest distinctions in the global hospitality industry: the prestigious American magazine Food & Wine, an undisputed authority in gastronomy and the art of living, has selected it among the ten best hotel bars in the world in its May 2026 edition.

Editorial team
3 days ago2 min read


Cambodia & Marine Life: A Quarter of the Way There, a Project Transforming Cambodia’s Coastline
Along the southern shores of Cambodia, a quiet but profound transformation is underway. The Sustainable Coastal and Marine Fisheries (SCMF) project has just reached a symbolic milestone: 1,250 Fish Productivity Structures (FPS) have been deployed, representing 25% of the total target.

Editorial team
4 days ago2 min read


Lionel Maitrepierre: “Sericulture and Culture: Two Levers for Sustainable Tourism”
On the occasion of the launch of Destination Eco Talents, an initiative led by the OIF to promote green and responsible entrepreneurship in Francophone countries, we met with Lionel Maitrepierre.

Editorial team
4 days ago3 min read


Cambodia: H.E. Mol Vibol, “Thanks to Francophonie, I was able to advance my career and serve my country”
Met on the sidelines of the launch of the OIF’s Destination Éco Talents program, H.E. Mr. Mol Vibol, Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training of Cambodia, shares a candid interview about his journey, Franco-Cambodian relations, and employment challenges in the Kingdom.

Christophe Gargiulo
6 days ago3 min read


Tourism & Investigation: Green Labels in Cambodia — Sincere Promise or Marketing Window Dressing?
From the Green Globe-certified Sofitel Angkor to the bioclimatic jungloos of MAADS, and — regrettably in some cases — to gyms left permanently lit, air-conditioned, and nearly empty: an investigation into what eco-hotel certifications are really worth in a country where regulation remains fragile, and into the central role of training in building truly sustainable tourism. Important: all establishments mentioned have been visited by the magazine's editorial team.

Christophe Gargiulo
May 1915 min read


Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor: A Timeless Address Consecrated Among the World's Most Beautiful
At dawn, when golden light slides over the majestic silhouettes of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap awakens in an almost sacred silence. It is in this suspended moment, between mist and memory, that the Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor reveals its full poetry.

Voyageuse Passion
May 193 min read


Cambodia, Best Country in the World for Natural Environment in 2026: A Distinction to Be Nuanced
Cambodia has been ranked the number one country in the world for its natural environment in the U.S. News & World Report Best Countries 2026 ranking, a distinction that highlights the richness of its ecosystems but also raises questions about the reality of its environmental protection.

Editorial team
May 182 min read


Cambodia's Tourism Paradox: Fewer Visitors, Higher Revenues Amid Regional Tensions
The Cambodian Ministry of Tourism has unveiled its official indicators for 2025 and statistical forecasts for 2026, confirming an unexpected resilience in the sector despite a challenging regional context marked by border tensions with Thailand.

Editorial team
May 113 min read


Koh Rong: Cambodia's Island Claims 9th Spot in World's 50 Best Beaches
Cambodia's Koh Rong island has just joined the prestigious "World’s 50 Best Beaches" ranking, climbing to 9th place worldwide. A recognition that propels Cambodia onto the map of must-visit beach destinations.

Editorial team
May 53 min read


Angkor Wat Named TripAdvisor’s Second-Best Tourist Destination in Asia in 2026
TripAdvisor has ranked the Khmer temple as Asia’s second tourist destination in 2026. A flattering distinction, a useful media signal — but for a site of this scale, it says less about its greatness than about the limits of the tool used to measure it.

Editorial team
May 54 min read


Raffles Hotel Le Royal Launches Mindy’s, a Pop-Up Speakeasy, in Cambodia
The iconic Raffles Hotel Le Royal unveils Mindy’s, a pop-up speakeasy inspired by the glamour and intrigue of 1920s-1940s New York.

Editorial team
May 52 min read


Cambodia Tourism Roadmap to 2027–2028: Resilience Amid 2025 Challenges
The Ministry of Tourism gathered public and private sector stakeholders in Phnom Penh on Monday to define a targeted roadmap for 2027–2028. This strategic planning exercise is more than necessary following the turbulence of 2025.

Editorial team
May 54 min read


When Vision Becomes Evidence: The Human Story Behind Destination Eco‑Talents
In mid-2024, when the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), or International Organisation of La Francophonie, invited Millennium Destinations to explore a new way to promote sustainable tourism in a few pilot countries: Cambodia, Vietnam, Comoros, and Cape Verde.

Editorial team
Apr 291 min read


Cambodia Cracks the Global Top 10 Cheapest Destinations—Affordable Comfort Amid Regional Price Surges
While prices soar in Bangkok and Bali, the Khmer Kingdom officially enters the world's Top 10 most economical destinations—without sacrificing comfort.

Editorial team
Apr 263 min read


Phsar Leu Thom Thmey: The Market That Never Sleeps
In Khmer, « phsar » simply means « market ». But Phsar Leu Thom Thmey — the « Great Upper New Market » — is much more than a place name: it’s the oldest and largest market in Siem Reap, the only one never designed for visitors.

Photographe
Apr 266 min read


Tourism & Siem Reap: The Business and Silk Sides, Two Nights at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra
Between millenary temples and blooming frangipani, one of Cambodia's most elegant hotels transforms business travel into an art of living.

Voyageuse Passion
Apr 268 min read


Cambodia & Journeys: Naphorn, from Siem Reap's Rice Fields to Anjali's Tables
She is 21 years old, with a radiant smile and a very clear idea of where she's headed. Naphorn grew up in Siem Reap, daughter of farmers, and it was in this same city that she learned everything — English, service, self-confidence. Today, she works as an F&B assistant at the Anjali Hotel. She shines.

Editorial team
Apr 233 min read


Cambodia & Tourism: Cécile Martin-Phipps, "Making Siem Reap a Destination Recognized for Its Sustainability"
On April 21, 2026, Siem Reap inaugurated its second Destination Éco-Talents center, located in the Artisans Angkor workshops. One day of work, two workshops, about twenty partners — and a strong signal: the city is now positioning itself as a major anchor for sustainable tourism. Cécile Martin-Phipps, director of the IFDD, led the workshops and presided over the ceremony. It was her first visit to Cambodia. We met with her.

Editorial team
Apr 233 min read


Cambodia & Francophonie: "Our dream is for local communities to operate independently"
Vietnamese national, French teacher turned sustainable development specialist, Nguyen Thi Khufu joined the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) in September 2025 to lead the operational side of the Destination Éco-Talents (DET) project

Editorial team
Apr 233 min read


Tourism & Siem Reap : An Oasis of Green Serenity at Anjali by Syphon
There are addresses that one senses as singular well before settling in. Anjali by Syphon is one of them. Located on Korean-Cambodian Friendship Road, just minutes from the Angkor temples, this characterful house reveals itself, from the very first seconds, as a timeless refuge—a cascade of greenery in the heart of a bustling city.

Voyageuse Passion
Apr 236 min read


Siem Reap's New Hub for Sustainable Francophone Tourism
On the eve of Earth Day and approaching the Francophonie Summit, a new crossroads for sustainable tourism takes root in the heart of Siem Reap.

La Rédaction
Apr 237 min read


Over 1.5 Million Tourists Flock to Kampong Cham for Khmer New Year
More than 1.5 million national and international tourists flocked to Kampong Cham province on Wednesday for the second day of Khmer New Year celebrations.

Editorial team
Apr 172 min read
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