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Tourism : Cambodia Grants Visa Exemption to Chinese Visitors, a Strategic Bet
On June 15, 2026, Cambodia reached a new milestone in strengthening its ties with China. On that day, Phnom Penh officially launched an experimental visa exemption program for nationals of the People's Republic of China, applicable until October 15 next.

Editorial team
1 day ago5 min read


Cambodia & Nature: 2001, the last time a Khmer trembled before a tiger
Ten years after the official extinction of the Indochinese tiger in the Kingdom, Bengal tigers from India are preparing to set foot in the forests of the Cardamom Mountains. An ambitious gamble, praised by some and feared by others—caught between ecological hope and troubling uncertainties.

Editorial team
6 days ago7 min read


In the restored waters of Kep: how the Cambodian archipelago became a marine sanctuary
A “Hope Spot” at the edge of the world — Recognized by legendary oceanographer Sylvia Earle, the marine area of the Kep archipelago now represents one of the most remarkable conservation success stories in Southeast Asia.

Editorial team
7 days ago4 min read


Cambodia & Tourism: Escaping Without Leaving, One Night at Park Hyatt Siem Reap
On a near-monsoon morning, when the city awakens in an almost imperceptible mist, it is enough to step through the gates of the Park Hyatt to understand that luxury here is not measured in stars—but in silences.

Editorial team
Jun 83 min read


Cambodia: The Khmer diaspora, a dormant asset for Cambodian tourism
Between collective memory and an economic lever, the roughly 700,000 Khmers living abroad represent far more than just a tourism market for Cambodia. A strategic asset still largely underutilized—one that a single direct Los Angeles–Phnom Penh flight could awaken.

Editorial team
Jun 85 min read


Guardians of Eternity: Park Hyatt Siem Reap and the World Monuments Fund Join Forces to Preserve Angkorr
It is a partnership as discreet as it is decisive. Park Hyatt Siem Reap has just announced its collaboration with the World Monuments Fund (WMF), a leading global institution in heritage preservation.

Editorial team
Jun 84 min read


Destination & Cardamomes : O'Key Camping, an authentic ecotourism experience in Cambodia
Près des Cardamomes, à Koh Kong, se trouve un chalet en bois dont quelques porches surplombent la vallée, permettant aux visiteurs...

Voyageuse Passion
Jun 55 min read


Destination & Tourism : Angkor Village, a benchmark family business in Siem Reap
Creativity, prudence and longevity are the key words that characterise the sumptuous Angkor Village. Celebrating its 30th anniversary...

Voyageuse Passion
Jun 54 min read


Cambodia & Tourism: Seekers and Park Hyatt join forces to spice up the nights of Siem Reap
What can one do in the evenings in Siem Reap? And above all, how can it be done with class and propriety? Here, night falls quite early and asserts itself as inevitably as it is implacable. The city then comes alive or becomes more intimate, depending on the mood chosen.

Catherine Germier
Jun 413 min read


Destination & Tourism : Koh Tonsay (កោះទន្សាយ) and tropical serenity in Cambodia
Koh Tonsay (កោះទន្សាយ) is a charming little Cambodian island off the country's southern coast in the Gulf of Thailand

Christophe Gargiulo
Jun 43 min read


Siem Reap & Tourism: Working from the Jungle with Jungloo
There is a version of business travel where your morning conference call takes place beneath a canopy of tropical leaves, and where the only interruptions are birdsong. That place exists. It's called Jungloo.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jun 33 min read


Distinction: Cambodia, a new green star of global tourism
Recognized by the prestigious Travel Green List™ 2026 of the British magazine Wanderlust, the Kingdom of Cambodia is emerging as one of the world’s most exemplary destinations for responsible travel. A recognition that comes at the perfect time.

Editorial team
May 273 min read


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
May 254 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
May 243 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
May 242 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
May 232 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
May 233 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
May 203 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
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