Cambodia Security is an extremely hard susceptible to talk about. Be aware that all of the following terms regarding security in Cambodia derive from personal experience and observation. It's not to be used as official, gospel or even the last word. Whenever one truism concerning safety assistance it's that it all arises from restricted information, a specific perspective and has bias of some type. Whenever looking for information regarding security and safety, look for multiple sources, seek out common threads and then try to look at the bias that many source could be conveying. For instance, advice from embassies and international organizations is commonly conventional and politically driven.
Advice from tourist books and guides is virtually usually seriously out-dated. Advice from other travelers is up to date and first-hand but arises from narrow, individual experience is frequently not so serious, springing from the specious rationale. In a nutshell, knowing security and safety needs your own active involvement. You should consider and look at the advice obtained. And whatever the advice, you should apply it with reason and sound judgment.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
By comparison with other major holiday destinations all over the world, Cambodia currently is a fairly safe travel destination. Provincial destinations in Cambodia like Siem Reap and also the temples of Angkor are particularly safe in comparison.
KHMER ROUGE
The Khmer Rouge, like a practical political, military as well as criminal force in Cambodia, is dead and hidden. The Khmer Rouge is not a security concern and has not been for several years.
LANDMINE SECURITY
When the subject is landmines, Cambodia is normally the primary nations to be mentioned, but luckily, mines aren't an issue to the common visitor. The rest of the mines are targeted in border areas (especially the Thai border), a few mountain areas along with other old war zones. There aren't any mines in major towns and cities where most tourists frequent. Other locations close to intensely touristed temple ruins in Siem Reap had been demined long ago which is usually regarded as really safe. If you are planning to visit less-frequented, faraway temple ruins it is advisable to stay with paths. Experience travelers to remote parts of Cambodia have to take additional mine safety measures.
DISEASE AND VACCINATIONS
Remember that AIDS/HIV and Hepatitis B are extremely prevalent amongst Cambodia's sex workers.
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION
Traffic accidents aren't unusual within the disorderly traffic of Cambodia, especially Phnom Penh. The most prevalent and convenient type of public transportation is the motorcycle taxi, Everyone uses them at some time but you will find safer methods for getting around. The moto drivers are often not licensed. Car taxi is the safest method to navigate around the city and traffic security.
TRANSPORTATION: PHNOM PENH
In Phnom Penh, moto-romauks ('tuk-tuks') and cyclos (bicycle rickshaws) offer somewhat safer protection (though not as safe as a car) option to mototaxis. In case you insist upon using motorcycle taxis, try to choose your driver carefully. If he seems drunk, careless or drives too fast don't hesitate to get off (pay him a bit) and get another moto. There are lots to pick from. For people who decide to rent a motorbike and drive by themselves, be forewarned that traffic inPhnom Penh is chaotic within the extreme. Only very experienced riders should attempt driving inCambodia.
TRANSPORTATION SIEM REAP
Ferry to Siem Reap The safety security from the popular ferries that ply the Tonle Sap betweenPhnom Penh and Siem Reap can be of some concern. Though by third world standards the public ferries are relatively fast and modern, they by no means meet international safety standards. Little if any safety equipment is available. If you're looking for international standards of safety, don't take the local ferry. If you're familiar with traveling on ferries in southern Asia, you will likely look for the Siem Reap ferry being a somewhat tame adventure. Compagnie Fluviale du Mekong offers deluxe/luxury ferries that meet international safety standards.
CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
Like the majority of countries all over the world, criminal activity has become the greatest risk towards the visitor after traffic incidents. Security Outside of Phnom Penh, chaotic criminal activity directed towards overseas visitors is almost unusual. There are a few bag snatchings and some night-time robberies and attacks in Sihanoukville and today Siem Reap but, at least at this point in time, these are exceptions rather than the rule. In most cases, provincial capitals like Siem Reap, Battambang and others are exceptionally safe.
Road robberies of tourists in Phnom Penh, though not common, are reported with a few frequency. Most occur at nighttime, around common tourist destinations and usually to tourists on the back of the motorcycle taxi or on foot. The robbers are occasionally equipped with a handgun in most cases only want money. Though they often avoid applying violence, they will become violent if challenged. The surest way to avoid robbery is to take a car taxi when traveling at night. If you decide to take a motorcycle taxi, I suggest you stick to main roads instead of dark side streets. It's best never to travel long distances by foot after dark. In case you are faced with robbers, don't resist. For security, give up your money quickly and they will probably leave as quickly as they showed up.
Tourists also report snatch and grab robberies by which their bag, camera or necklace is grabbed by a passing motorcyclist. When walking down the street, keep your camera/bag on your inside shoulder. Most tuk-tuk drivers will advise you to keep your camera and bags in front of you in the middle of the tuk-tuk, not near outside where it can be grabbed. Also keep in mind that whenever riding on the back of a motorcycle taxi, keep your bag or backpack directly between you and the driver, or let the driver place it in front of him.
NIGHTCLUBS SECURITY
Some posh Cambodian night clubs draw an unsafe group of the rich, connected and armed. A combination of alcohol and guns can and too often does lead to violent confrontations and gun-play, inside and immediately outside the clubs. Typically, it's not the case at foreigner and tourist oriented clubs and bars. Do not leave money or valuables in your hotel room unattended. Do not leave money or valuables unattended on the beaches in Sihanoukville. Do not leave your bags in a taxi or on a motorcycle or cyclo while you go into a hotel to check in.
Be very careful of your belongings if you take a prostitute to your hotel room. Be cautious about pickpockets in tourist areas, in crowded discos and clubs, particularly clubs full of prostitutes, and also at the traditional markets such as Phsar Toul Tom Pong and Phsar Kandal in Phnom Penh the place that the pickpockets are often seemingly friendly children. The majority of tourists who visit Cambodia will never face any of the problems mentioned above.
Advice from tourist books and guides is virtually usually seriously out-dated. Advice from other travelers is up to date and first-hand but arises from narrow, individual experience is frequently not so serious, springing from the specious rationale. In a nutshell, knowing security and safety needs your own active involvement. You should consider and look at the advice obtained. And whatever the advice, you should apply it with reason and sound judgment.
By comparison with other major holiday destinations all over the world, Cambodia currently is a fairly safe travel destination. Provincial destinations in Cambodia like Siem Reap and also the temples of Angkor are particularly safe in comparison.
KHMER ROUGE
The Khmer Rouge, like a practical political, military as well as criminal force in Cambodia, is dead and hidden. The Khmer Rouge is not a security concern and has not been for several years.
LANDMINE SECURITY
When the subject is landmines, Cambodia is normally the primary nations to be mentioned, but luckily, mines aren't an issue to the common visitor. The rest of the mines are targeted in border areas (especially the Thai border), a few mountain areas along with other old war zones. There aren't any mines in major towns and cities where most tourists frequent. Other locations close to intensely touristed temple ruins in Siem Reap had been demined long ago which is usually regarded as really safe. If you are planning to visit less-frequented, faraway temple ruins it is advisable to stay with paths. Experience travelers to remote parts of Cambodia have to take additional mine safety measures.
DISEASE AND VACCINATIONS
Remember that AIDS/HIV and Hepatitis B are extremely prevalent amongst Cambodia's sex workers.
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION
Traffic accidents aren't unusual within the disorderly traffic of Cambodia, especially Phnom Penh. The most prevalent and convenient type of public transportation is the motorcycle taxi, Everyone uses them at some time but you will find safer methods for getting around. The moto drivers are often not licensed. Car taxi is the safest method to navigate around the city and traffic security.
TRANSPORTATION: PHNOM PENH
In Phnom Penh, moto-romauks ('tuk-tuks') and cyclos (bicycle rickshaws) offer somewhat safer protection (though not as safe as a car) option to mototaxis. In case you insist upon using motorcycle taxis, try to choose your driver carefully. If he seems drunk, careless or drives too fast don't hesitate to get off (pay him a bit) and get another moto. There are lots to pick from. For people who decide to rent a motorbike and drive by themselves, be forewarned that traffic inPhnom Penh is chaotic within the extreme. Only very experienced riders should attempt driving inCambodia.
TRANSPORTATION SIEM REAP
Ferry to Siem Reap The safety security from the popular ferries that ply the Tonle Sap betweenPhnom Penh and Siem Reap can be of some concern. Though by third world standards the public ferries are relatively fast and modern, they by no means meet international safety standards. Little if any safety equipment is available. If you're looking for international standards of safety, don't take the local ferry. If you're familiar with traveling on ferries in southern Asia, you will likely look for the Siem Reap ferry being a somewhat tame adventure. Compagnie Fluviale du Mekong offers deluxe/luxury ferries that meet international safety standards.
CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
Like the majority of countries all over the world, criminal activity has become the greatest risk towards the visitor after traffic incidents. Security Outside of Phnom Penh, chaotic criminal activity directed towards overseas visitors is almost unusual. There are a few bag snatchings and some night-time robberies and attacks in Sihanoukville and today Siem Reap but, at least at this point in time, these are exceptions rather than the rule. In most cases, provincial capitals like Siem Reap, Battambang and others are exceptionally safe.
Road robberies of tourists in Phnom Penh, though not common, are reported with a few frequency. Most occur at nighttime, around common tourist destinations and usually to tourists on the back of the motorcycle taxi or on foot. The robbers are occasionally equipped with a handgun in most cases only want money. Though they often avoid applying violence, they will become violent if challenged. The surest way to avoid robbery is to take a car taxi when traveling at night. If you decide to take a motorcycle taxi, I suggest you stick to main roads instead of dark side streets. It's best never to travel long distances by foot after dark. In case you are faced with robbers, don't resist. For security, give up your money quickly and they will probably leave as quickly as they showed up.
Tourists also report snatch and grab robberies by which their bag, camera or necklace is grabbed by a passing motorcyclist. When walking down the street, keep your camera/bag on your inside shoulder. Most tuk-tuk drivers will advise you to keep your camera and bags in front of you in the middle of the tuk-tuk, not near outside where it can be grabbed. Also keep in mind that whenever riding on the back of a motorcycle taxi, keep your bag or backpack directly between you and the driver, or let the driver place it in front of him.
NIGHTCLUBS SECURITY
Some posh Cambodian night clubs draw an unsafe group of the rich, connected and armed. A combination of alcohol and guns can and too often does lead to violent confrontations and gun-play, inside and immediately outside the clubs. Typically, it's not the case at foreigner and tourist oriented clubs and bars. Do not leave money or valuables in your hotel room unattended. Do not leave money or valuables unattended on the beaches in Sihanoukville. Do not leave your bags in a taxi or on a motorcycle or cyclo while you go into a hotel to check in.
Be very careful of your belongings if you take a prostitute to your hotel room. Be cautious about pickpockets in tourist areas, in crowded discos and clubs, particularly clubs full of prostitutes, and also at the traditional markets such as Phsar Toul Tom Pong and Phsar Kandal in Phnom Penh the place that the pickpockets are often seemingly friendly children. The majority of tourists who visit Cambodia will never face any of the problems mentioned above.
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