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Lessons as a foreign motorist

CAMBODIA | Saturday, 3 Nov 2012 | Views [353] | Comments [4]

I think the most common comment that I get from people outside Cambodia about driving a moto is how brave I must be to be joining the masses on the road. In all honesty I still feel like the same giant apprehensive chicken that I was when I first arrived ... Read more >

Tags: challenges, im here as the entertainment, outside my box, traffic


The legend of the pink poncho

CAMBODIA | Monday, 17 Sep 2012 | Views [177]

This is the story of a rather wet Friday and a mad dash to the airport. It’s monsoon here in Cambodia, which literally translates as “ if you were planning on going anywhere there is a high probability that the sky will darken up and dump ... Read more >

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What's your colour?

CAMBODIA | Thursday, 16 Aug 2012 | Views [398]

Seriously, this is part of my daily existence. On the back of each toilet door at school this sign is there to greet you, to remind you to check your hydration. Dehydration is a big issue here in Cambodia. With the extreme heat and sweat pour ... Read more >

Tags: im here as the entertainment, reflections


I'm a moto driver!!!

CAMBODIA | Monday, 14 May 2012 | Views [431]

I felt like joining the roaring cries of a Scottish warrior and exclaiming “Freedom!” as today I joined the many motos that fill the roads of this city with my own set of wheels. The need for personal mobility has greatly increased, as work ... Read more >

Tags: adventures, im here as the entertainment, moto, traffic


New glasses

CAMBODIA | Monday, 12 Dec 2011 | Views [174]

So on Saturday I finally did it. I finally went to visit an optometrist shop to get myself a new pair of glasses. As all things often are in Cambodia it was not without its interesting moments. I walked into a shop my friend recommended and ... Read more >

Tags: four eyes, im here as the entertainment


Sweet dreams

CAMBODIA | Tuesday, 6 Dec 2011 | Views [204]

After months upon months of terrible sleeping here in Cambodia I finally have a new mattress. It is incredible! Already I have had three amazing nights of sleep on it and I question why I did not do this sooner. Steph is leaving Cambodia shortly ... Read more >

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Just get me to the Riverside

CAMBODIA | Monday, 17 Oct 2011 | Views [108]

I’m not the biggest fan of going to a new place, especially if I am uncertain how to get there and/or I will be travelling alone. Now add to that being in a foreign country where communication can be interesting at the best of times and you’... Read more >

Tags: im here as the entertainment, traffic


The art of accidental snobbery.

CAMBODIA | Sunday, 18 Sep 2011 | Views [161] | Comments [1]

Ever had that moment where someone recognises you but you have no idea who they are? They smile at you showing signs of familiarity and you bewilderedly smile back – as you don’t want to appear rude do you - and keep on walking to only later ... Read more >

Tags: im here as the entertainment, moto taxi


Adventures of the rattan kind

CAMBODIA | Tuesday, 6 Sep 2011 | Views [115]

So today, with the assistance of the lovely Angie, I paid a visit to Rattan Street to pick out furniture to outfit my new room. It is amazing how in Cambodia you can find a string of the same shop all located side by side, so if they’re not going ... Read more >

Tags: im here as the entertainment, moving



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