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Special report: Marine conservation in Cambodia: hopes and threats for a sustainable future
The Cambodian coast, cradle of a unique marine biodiversity, is facing one of its greatest challenges: the accelerated degradation of its coastal habitats. Seagrass meadows, coral reefs and bivalve beds are key ecosystems, ensuring not only ecological balance but also the economic survival of many local communities.

Editorial team
Oct 143 min read


Kep & Solidarity: A generous gesture for the future of Kep's schoolchildren
In the gentle sunshine of Kep, the Kep Education Centre is shining with a new promise of learning and solidarity, thanks to a kind gesture. Princess Sylvia Sisowath, President of the Centre, expressed her deep gratitude to Phnom Penh Accueil (PPA) for their generous donation, a tangible support for local education.

Editorial team
Oct 62 min read


Wabi-Sabi Yoga Retreat: Embrace the beauty of the present moment in Kep
In the peaceful and authentic setting of Knai Bang Chatt, the Wabi-Sabi retreat invites souls seeking balance on a unique inner journey, where imperfection and transience are sublimated. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, this experience transcends simple well-being to become a true ode to presence, compassion and inner peace.

Voyageuse Passion
Aug 274 min read


Kep & LifeStyle: ‘Knai Bang Chatt Executive Chamber’, where visionary leaders reinvent themselves
In a world where the urgency to perform eats away at executives' time, are there still sanctuaries where they can deeply recharge while lucidly mapping out the next chapter of their career? Knai Bang Chatt, a sustainable gem on the Cambodian coast, now offers a unique, bold and transformative answer: the ‘Purposeful Pause – Executive Leadership Chamber’.

Voyageuse Passion
Aug 75 min read


Luxury Getaway: Romance, Culture and Adventure in the Heart of Cambodia
Treat yourself to an extraordinary journey where elegance meets authenticity, with a stay combining exquisite flavours, well-being and cultural immersion, created by Knai Bang Chatt and La Plantation. This exclusive package, entitled ‘A Journey of Flavour & Serenity’, invites you to discover two gems of southern Cambodia: the pepper plantation in Kampot and the refined serenity of Kep.

Voyageuse Passion
Aug 42 min read


Lili ‘Kep’: A French woman guided by her heart in Cambodia
In the charming coastal town of Kep, certain characters become landmarks, embodying the unique spirit of this destination. Lili, owner of the Hôtel de la Plage — a name that echoes Michel Lang's film — is undoubtedly one of these iconic figures who enrich the charm of the region.

Christophe Gargiulo
Aug 47 min read


In pictures: A day with Oua Perom, the devoted soul of the Kep Educational Centre
The young Cambodian woman Oua Perom embodies the sincere and passionate commitment that drives the Kep Education Centre. Born into a modest family, she is the youngest of a small family unit.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jul 302 min read


Solidarity: Matthieu Majoli, a bridge between France and Cambodia in the service of education
In a rich and candid interview, Matthieu Majoli, a Frenchman of Cambodian descent, reflects on his unusual career path and his passionate commitment to the Kep Educational Centre.

Christophe Gargiulo
Jul 305 min read


Kep & Photography: Unusual Koh Tonsay
Even in rainy weather, Koh Tonsay – Rabbit Island – remains decidedly photogenic. The peaceful and serene beach island, dotted with a few Cambodian-style huts, did not attract many visitors during the Pchum Ben weekend due to bad weather, providing an opportunity to take some peaceful ‘rainy’ shots.

Photographe
Jul 241 min read


Cambodia: Kep crab market, just a few steps away
Photos freeze moments in time, words wander through them.
(…) Even kitsch has its charm, and the strings of multicolored seashell decorations don't look out of place in this multicultural market bordering a calm sea. A sea that is actually a bay,
(…) Even kitsch has its charm, and the strings of multicolored seashell decorations don't look out of place in this multicultural market bordering a calm sea. A sea that is actually a bay, Kep Bay, in the Gulf of Siam, part of the

Chroniqueur
Jul 153 min read


KEPCHILDREN: 2023-2024 Under the Sign of Solidarity and Hope
The KEPCHILDREN association has just published its 2023-2024 activity report, a year marked by notable advances, inspiring encounters and, above all, unfailing solidarity. Founded in 2012 in the peaceful town of Kep, in southern Cambodia, the association's mission is to transform the future of the most vulnerable children through education, health and social suppo

Editorial team
May 192 min read


Kep & Cinema: Tribute to Cambodian rock and roll at the opening of the 360° Film Festival
« Don't Think I've Forgotten : Cambodia's Lost Rock and Roll » est un film documentaire de 2014 réalisé par John Pirozzi qui sera présenté vendredi 23 mai pour l'ouverture du CIFF 360 à Kep West.

Editorial team
May 192 min read


Cambodia & Culture: CIFF 360 brings the International Film Festival to Kep West
The Cambodia International Film Festival (CIFF), in partnership with “Arts For Kep”, is proud to present “CIFF 360” in Kep, a new initiative aimed at bringing the magic of cinema to Cambodia's provinces.

Partenaire Presse
May 164 min read


The Great Shift of Travel: Exclusive Live Webinar on Regenerative Tourism
On May 29th at 3:00 PM (GMT+7), Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West invites travelers, industry professionals, and sustainability advocates to join a free live webinar titled “The Great Shift of Travel”, focusing on the transformative concept of regenerative tourism-a new travel paradigm that goes beyond traditional and sustainability to actively restore and revitalize destinations, ecosystems, and communities.

Partenaire Presse
May 102 min read


Kep West : Jef Moons, « my ambition is to establish Knai Bang Chatt and Kep West as leading examples of authentic, sustainable travel in Southeast Asia »
Jef Moons is a man with a vision: sustainable coastal tourism that also preserves the culture and environment of a region where he has lived for over twenty years. Humble and discreet, and looking 15 years younger than his age, he opens up to us.

Partenaire Presse
May 91 min read


Archive & Chronicle: Kep, Journal of the White Ladies
“No, the white lady is not a mermaid, just one of the queens of Kep; and much of her memory, as well as part of her spirit and history.”

Chroniqueur
May 96 min read


Kep West & Arts and Music: Marc Cholleton, ‘’energy, ecology and creativity with Art for Kep ‘’
It's 5:30 pm on a sun-kissed Saturday at Coco Beach, the idyllic white-sand beach designed by Kep West. As the sun sets over the horizon, the customers, relaxed and happy, take their seats in their deckchairs, cocktail in hand, beaming from ear to ear. Meanwhile, the technicians, buzzing with excitement

Partenaire Presse
Apr 211 min read


Kep & Gastronomy: Chef Chuon Sokheng, the secret? loving his job and considering cooking as an art form
Chef Chuon Sokheng is the chef of Kep West, which has endeavoured, since the opening of the hotel and restaurant complex, to become a unique

Voyageuse Passion
Apr 42 min read


Tourism :David Moons, "rediscovering the hidden magic of Kep and Kampot"
With the ambition of unveiling the hidden gems of Cambodia's coastline, the "Hidden Cambodia" conference of 2024 literally captivated...

Christophe Gargiulo
Mar 314 min read


Peter Brongers : ‘’To make Kep West a reference point for tourism, cuisine and the arts, and a driving force for the development of the coastal region‘’
Peter Brongers is an expatriate of Dutch origin who knows South-East Asia inside out, a region in which he is well known for his skills...

Voyageuse Passion
Mar 262 min read


Cambodia & Tourism : Jef Moons, ‘creating a coastal destination offering an active experience that goes beyond traditional expectations’.
At a former conference attended by over 150 people - both online and in person - on the theme of ‘Secret Cambodia: discovering the jewels of

Christophe Gargiulo
Mar 213 min read


History & Chronicle: Romantic ballads around Kep by the famous journalist Jean Bertolino
Ballades romantiques autour de Kep est un texte écrit par le célèbre Jean Bertolino ( 52 sur la une ) et retraçant les voyages...

Chroniqueur
Mar 203 min read


Cambodia & Tourism : The Coral Kingdom sculpture by ART for Kep, a symbolic artwork embodying cohesion and preservation of the environment
Last Wednesday saw the official inauguration of Coral Kingdom with His Excellency Say Sam Al, Minister of Lands, Planning and Construction,

Editorial team
Jan 243 min read


Kep & Initiative: Official opening of the “Coral Kingdom” in Kep West
The official inauguration of the Coral Kingdom will take place on Wednesday January 22, 2025, in the presence of His Excellency Say Sam Al,

Editorial team
Jan 202 min read
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