A Historical Luxury Holiday in Cambodia

If a bit of adventure and history is what you want to get out of your luxury holiday, then Cambodia is the perfect luxury destination for you.  You’ll get the ultimate in luxury while still having the opportunity to explore historical sites, head on natural expeditions, and even learn to cook Cambodian style.  Who could ask for more?

Cambodia has been occupied for thousands of years.  Earthenware, radio carbon dating, and earthworks have shown that human occupation began at least in 6000 BC.  Since then, Cambodia’s civilization has been innovating and producing fascinating history and buildings for us to now enjoy and learn about.  Angkor is arguably the most famous and historic temple Angkor Wat is a place you definitely won’t want to miss.  If you plan on going for only a day, I definitely recommend a knowledgeable guide to take you around the best places and tell you the most interesting stories to do with the temple.  If you have a little more time, it’s well worth exploring a little yourself.  Angkor is huge; you’ll want to choose an advantageous time as well to avoid the tourist trails.

Two major cities at present attract Cambodian tourists.  The first is Siem Reap, the nearest town to Angkor.  After recovering from the violent Khmer Rouge regime, its tourism industry has transformed it into a chic place for tourists to relax and enjoy the pampering associated with truly luxury hotels and restaurants.  Siem Reap also boasts a few attractions of its own, with celebrated colonial and Chinese architecture, silk farms, dance performances and craft shops.  Hotels like the Amansara, originally built in the 1960’s as a guesthouse for the king, provide an abundance of modern luxuries while surrounding you with Cambodian decor and cuisine.

Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s capital and as such, a vibrant tourist destination in its own right.  Though young in comparison to Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh has its own history and is considered one of the most beautiful French colonial cities in Asia.  Exploring its architecture alone could occupy an entire day and museums and monuments will quickly consume a holiday for historians.

Since Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s largest and wealthiest city, it’s also the most luxurious.  Easily the best hotel in Cambodia is the award-winning Raffles Le Royal.  Boasting five restaurants and bars, the hotel is also full of history and has hosted journalists, politicians, and other important personas throughout its eighty year history.  The doormen, in fact, still wear the traditional outfits of men in waiting to the king, the colours of their pants designed to remind him the day of the week.  The hotel also has a large pool and spa for relaxation in the water even when you aren’t heading to a beach.

Cambodia is a dream luxury holiday destination for anyone interested in history and culture.  Why not book a holiday there today?