Our time in Cambodia’s almost over… we’re leaving for Australia tomorrow!
Before we leave, I wanted to share some of the fun things that have been a part of our new normal this month…
Feel like wearing your PJs all day? You’ll fit right in here! Pajamas are normal daytime attire. You’ll commonly find women dressed in matching PJ combinations, complete with brightly colored cartoon print in public areas like markets.
The lights may go out at any moment. There is a schedule of when the electricity will be on but it’s more of a rough guideline… Playing mafia by candlelight is way more fun anyway!
Air conditioning: non-existent. Perspiration: always. Do not fear; the daily afternoon rains will help cool things down and ensure the survival of those lovely mosquitos that you will soon help to feed.
And yes, that is mold growing on your fleece jacket… and your pack… and your sleeping bag.
Need a little additional relief from the hot weather? An icy cool treat is just a bicycle ride away. Enjoy a bag of Cambodian iced coffee, yours for a mere 50 cents. Throw in another 50 cents for a beautifully cut pineapple to snack on.
No headlights? No worries. Just use a flashlight. If possible, bring a small child with you to hold the flashlight while you drive your tuk-tuk or ox cart.
Tickle wars are an everyday occurrence. Be prepared to retaliate when the little ones strike. Hope you don’t mind getting poked!
If you’re out on a bike ride through the village, you might get slowed down a little by the cows blocking the road. Just wait a few minutes and these incredibly intelligent creatures will move aside for you to pass. Watch out for the cow pies as you go!
Please don’t laugh when I ask if I can flush the toilet paper or if I need to throw it in the bin. It’s a legit question. I just want to make sure I don’t clog up the sewer system.
Long bus ride up ahead? Well, you’ve got some great entertainment to look forward to! From TV dramas to really weirdly random movies to the great Cambodian karaoke music videos, your bus ride is sure to be rockin’!
There’s so much more I could say about this beautiful country but maybe you’ll just have to come experience it for yourself!
