Travel expenses in Cambodia aren't high, even though
it is possible to pay a lot of money if you ever desire. Hotel costs are stored
on the high side to the region - the variety of 4* and 5* hotels in Phnom Penh
and Siem Reap charge international rates - but many local goods and services
are cheap by globe standards.
Accommodation
There is a huge selection of luxurious hotels in Siem Reap, and
a similarly large number of guest houses. It is possible to pay a few bucks for
any room having a fan in a hostel, or pay more than a thousand dollars per
night for many wonderful luxurious hotels. Numerous hotels in all price and
comfort ranges means that competition could be intense, particularly in low
season, and that comfortable guesthouse accommodation might cost $15-30, 3* hotel
$40-80, rising to 5* at $150-300+.
Transport
Getting around is quite easy, and cheap. Long-distance
journey by bus is simple to set up, and usually really cozy. For versatility, taxis,
or hired cars are still reasonable, especially just for small groups, and can
be arranged easily. Transportation all-around towns is normally by moto (paying
a motorbike driver for a lift - generally under $1 for any short trip in the
day), or tuk tuk (a motor-bike/trailer combination or 3 wheeler, capabel fo
carrying up to 4 passengers) - hiring for an extended period, even several days,
can be quite affordable ($15 for a tuk tuk for a day).
Eating and Drinking
The best restuarants bills you near to international prices,
especially for wine, but great Asian and Western meals are offered at $1-5, while
draft beer is $0.50-$2, fruit juice and smoothies $1-$2 and bottled water is $0.50-1.
International sprit brands are reasonably priced, while local spirits (for all
those brave sufficient) are certainly low-cost.
Tipping
Tipping isn't usual in Cambodian tradition, so is certainly
not anticipated in bars and restaurants. Tips are, however, very gratefully
obtained. With all the average Cambodian wage being little more than $1-2 per
day, tips from visitors can create a real difference, so we do recommend
rewarding good service. Commonly, we round up a dollar or two according to the
bill.
Massage and Spa
A actually indulgent treatment at among the c spas could
cost $50-$100, however it is typically possible to have a quite competent foot
or back and shoulder massage for a couple dollars or more. "Fish Massage"
is now very popular in Siem Reap - generally $2-$3, often with a drink included
- that involves dipping your feet into a paddling pool stuffed with Garufa fish,
that nibble dead skin cells from the toes!
