Is It Worth It To Travel To Phnom Penh, Cambodia? | Top Attractions, Khmer Food + Tourist Safety

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  • Phnom Penh was not that popular of a tourist destination in South East Asia for the last few decades, but things are changing now and changing quickly. As the capital city of Cambodia and home to over 2 million people, Phnom Penh is an up and coming SEA hub city that I think has a lot of potential and more to explore than meets the eye. Join me and my Dad as we show you around some of the top attractions in the city, try some traditional Khmer food and talk about how we feel as tourists in the city. Hope you enjoy the video and find it helpful!
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  • @stephenworthington-white8294
    @stephenworthington-white8294 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Just before I visited Cambodia in 2001 they installed the very first escalator in the country!! There were zero high rise buildings that I saw. It really has come a long way. Which is great as I love the Cambodian people for being so friendly and welcoming. Happy Travels

  • @sophaman9193
    @sophaman9193 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Thanks for sharing your video again Alina i escape from Cambodia to Thailand in 1979 and 1983 i immigrated to Montreal Canada 🇨🇦 the last time i went back to Cambodia in 2016 Alina just stay away from the bad areas in phnom Penh and the khmer peoples is very nice peoples and i always want to go back Cambodia my retirement is coming very soon i plan to stay in Cambodia between November to March April i come back to Canada to see childrens and my grandchildrens and also I'm happy to your dad travels with you to see world and also sometimes i just don't want to think the passed during the khmer rouge regime very bad my mother and my brother and relatives died alot during that time thanks again Alina enjoy your time with in my country Cambodia take care bye from milton Ontario Canada

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oh my gosh, I am so sorry about everything you and your family went through. It is truly so tragic. I'm glad you are living in Canada now and can retire in Cambodia when it suits you. All the best to you!

    • @jdhshshahuaua7408
      @jdhshshahuaua7408 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m Cambodian and I’m also a State Trooper of the state New York,USA

  • @gordonmcleod4224
    @gordonmcleod4224 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I recommend going to Phnom Penh to everyone
    I had an awesome time
    I had my own special tour guide lol

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol wow lucky you

    • @porchheu1137
      @porchheu1137 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlinaMcleod He is very lucky indeed to have such wonderful daughter.

  • @puneesh2
    @puneesh2 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am first time seeing someone with their father doing vlogging > I like you do this. Enjoy

  • @e.blaise2226
    @e.blaise2226 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Those birds that you saw at Wat Phnom are actually owned by a governor (I forgot his name). He owns 30+ of those birds and they’re often seen flying around the city.

  • @michaelthomas2663
    @michaelthomas2663 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    As an expat resident of Phnom Penh I thought this was a fun and informative travel overview of PP. It touched on the main areas and attractions that are available to a visitor. There is certainly a lot more to see and explore than what is in the clip but well done Alina and your dad for opening travelers eyes to what they could see if they visit Cambodia. A lot more people are coming here now.

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much!

  • @jimross7648
    @jimross7648 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I really hadn't heard much about Cambodia since the days of Khmer rouge. Your first video in country shows a stunningly beautiful city with gorgeous palaces and temples. You present a vibrant and modern city. This is definitely moved on to my must visit list based solely on your presentation. A well done video, but then why would I expect less.

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and I'm very happy to hear that!

  • @donstravelsandrants.
    @donstravelsandrants. ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It looks absolutely beautiful. Love the architecture. 👍😊🇮🇪🇰🇭

  • @happy4ever305
    @happy4ever305 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those are hornbills. There are a lot of them at Wat phnom. They are friendly. They will come to you if they see you bring fruits.

  • @ingridnh1
    @ingridnh1 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Your Dad is such a good travel buddy! Thanks for sharing some of the history of the city. It’s so important to know the history good and bad of a location to get a deeper understanding of a country and it’s people! ❤

  • @DavidL23.
    @DavidL23. ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hello Alina! 😄🙏👋🌟 I hope your having a wonderful day! This is really a beautiful excellent super magnificent video! 😁👍❤️👏📹🇰🇭🥇💯💫✨🌟 The city of Phnom Penh looks so amazing! Also the Royal Palace looks absolutely magnificent and the architecture is so beautiful! The Wat Phnom Temple is really marvelous! Even the food in the restaurant looks truly delicious! I would definitely like to visit the city of Phnom Penh one day. It really is a fantastic city! Thank you so much Alina to share with us this excellent magnificent video. You are the best and greatest world traveler adventurer! 😃👍👏✈️🌎📹🗺🥇💯✨🌟 I wish you Alina and your Dad a wonderful excellent marvelous blessed day. Take care Alina. Have a fantastic time in Cambodia! 😊🙏❤️👋🇰🇭👍✨🌟

  • @cambodiavideo
    @cambodiavideo ปีที่แล้ว

    *Thanks all of you in here and around the world*

  • @tommyflorida9204
    @tommyflorida9204 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These birds are hornbills. I'm a Khmer Canadian who has not been back to my country of origin yet. Hope to snowbird there one day when retired.

  • @Sinitman
    @Sinitman ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was born in the 80’s in a refugee camp on the Thai border, my family directly impacted by the Khmer Rouge. Finally making the journey home with two kids in tow. Thanks for the tips! Dad should have tried the snail!!

  • @TheSoshi92
    @TheSoshi92 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the birds are called Hornbill. One interesting fact about this bird is Hornbills are mate for life. They always fly as a couple and I enjoy seeing them do that when I drove my motorbike past Wat Phnom area.

  • @informationcollectionpost3257
    @informationcollectionpost3257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Much nicer looking than on the TV in the 1970's. Much nicer situation too.

  • @unifiedbehavioraltheory8390
    @unifiedbehavioraltheory8390 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes, visit Phnom Penh, stay on the River, rent a dual sport and ride around the area.

  • @tharasrey
    @tharasrey ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Correction: Khmer rouge regime started from April 17 1979 to January 06 1979. Also when Cambodia gained its independence from France. It was a Kingdom, not Republic.

  • @haslintravels
    @haslintravels ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It's such a special thing to get to travel with family. I love that your dad participated in the video!

  • @nightwing4065
    @nightwing4065 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    2:10 The Royal Palace looks amazing! It does also remind of The Grand Palace at Bangkok. 😱👍

  • @imperialkhmer6146
    @imperialkhmer6146 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    PP is expanding rapidly. More and more developments is changing the landscape every year. I went there last year and was quite surprised how fast things were changing.

  • @keatkimheng
    @keatkimheng ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome welcome to Cambodia 🇰🇭🙏🏻❤️

  • @michaelhoran407
    @michaelhoran407 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was there in 1964. There was one French hotel on the river, can’t remember the name of it. The rooms had mosquito nets all around the beds.

  • @maureenalder8905
    @maureenalder8905 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are constantly educating me on your channel that's why I love watching it..Beautiful Cambodia with a sad History😞..x

  • @LothoOdy
    @LothoOdy ปีที่แล้ว +10

    your travel doesn't only show the attractions of Cambodia and its cultural difference but it also reminds me of the country becoming one of the important facets of world history, thanks so much.

    • @mikewhocheeseharry5292
      @mikewhocheeseharry5292 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. While in school, I don’t recall countries like Cambodia were ever talked about in World History class. Because of the genocide, it definitely should.

    • @LothoOdy
      @LothoOdy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mikewhocheeseharry5292 genocide issue had become a part of debate discussion when I was in high school. According to a datum presented in one of the debates, I realized Cambodia is at par with Bangladesh genocide, and Nazi against the Polish in term of the number of victims which indicates at about 3,000,000. The country has regained its identity and integrity into the modern era which I also think is the reason why Cambodia is currently one of the most visited tourist spots in South East Asia.

    • @apexconsultants1237
      @apexconsultants1237 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will be visiting cambodia very soon...your video is highly informative...thanks

  • @patborecky2166
    @patborecky2166 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just love watching you & your dad. He's a real trooper; doesn't talk too much, enthralled by everything. How lucky to have a daughter who wants to travel with him.

  • @thasu6890
    @thasu6890 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The great hornbill (Buceros bicornis), also known as the concave-casqued hornbill, great Indian hornbill or great pied hornbill, is one of the larger members of the hornbill family. It occurs in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is predominantly frugivorous, but also preys on small mammals, reptiles and birds

  • @grantwtk
    @grantwtk ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Alina. With your Dad accompanying we can all see your inner glow. This is special. All the Dads watching at home are smilin'.... Its a real pleasure to watch your videos. Thank you.

  • @gregmcclelland3488
    @gregmcclelland3488 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Cambodia is on my list of countries to visit! Thanks for sharing.

  • @BamBam-ib6qk
    @BamBam-ib6qk 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good job on the video! It is also very sweet to see you hanging out with dad.

  • @vathanakekvong9928
    @vathanakekvong9928 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome to Phnom Penh…!❤🎉

  • @panharathpich2238
    @panharathpich2238 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome to Cambodia. And thank you for your traveling to my country. Enjoy

  • @gee7092
    @gee7092 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. As always.

  • @chesterphung1143
    @chesterphung1143 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job Alina happy new year to you and dad.

  • @rudolfkasanpawiro644
    @rudolfkasanpawiro644 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Alina.

  • @fabioricardo98
    @fabioricardo98 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice birds!

  • @ervinsmoviecorner8748
    @ervinsmoviecorner8748 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A nice trip in Phnom Penh, Cambodia! Welcome to 2023, Alina!🎉🎉

  • @coreana.aesthetics
    @coreana.aesthetics ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Vlog. Love it.

  • @abbasahmed6374
    @abbasahmed6374 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for sharing Alina you are beautiful lots of love from Montreal

  • @Bongleang963
    @Bongleang963 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can’t wait to see your next video about Cambodia from Siem Reap and beaches site❤

  • @chedabu
    @chedabu 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow! Good on you for visiting Cambodia!

  • @languagefreeassangeteacher5338
    @languagefreeassangeteacher5338 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting, thank you!

  • @naehpmil7951
    @naehpmil7951 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Alina, your description is very accurate about the Khmer Rouge. I am impressed by you young Lady. Well said. Oh my God I want some of that fish Amok, have not had it in a long long time. Can't find any in Chicago.LOL

  • @myrecord7045
    @myrecord7045 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Welcome to cambodia 🇰🇭 🙌

  • @briannabee812
    @briannabee812 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy New Year Alina! Lovely palace and you explain the importance well. 💚💚💙💙

  • @jparsit
    @jparsit ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching you videos give me an itch, iIt has been decades since I left for the US. I am back to ASIA for good.. I have been to many places you shown. It is a big different after 20 years. Thanks.

  • @mikaso30
    @mikaso30 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. Have a good trips

  • @tomcoleman1962
    @tomcoleman1962 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Alina, another travel video hit out of the park! Fantastic videography, beautiful sites, interesting information,and awesome travel tips. Cambodia is a jewel! Thank you again for allowing me to tag along. I can hardly wait for the next adventure. God bless!

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

    • @jokowi3132
      @jokowi3132 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlinaMcleod
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    • @Jokowi_The_President
      @Jokowi_The_President ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlinaMcleod malaysia truely malingsia

  • @hadao6525
    @hadao6525 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for the guide

  • @YummyTours1688
    @YummyTours1688 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see you.

  • @Boong-
    @Boong- ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The royal palace of Cambodia is inspired by the one in Bangkok when Cambodia was occupied by the Thais or siamese. That’s the reason why both look very similar.

  • @vinodpund1574
    @vinodpund1574 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous 👌 👏 video and informative as well

  • @maatallahyoussef8214
    @maatallahyoussef8214 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Alina it's a nice video i like it so much, i hope you a good times in cambodia,

  • @KKLoveYourself
    @KKLoveYourself ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Much loves to see that you’re travelling with your dad, hope he would’ve enjoyed the trip as well as you ❤❤

  • @alexykong9378
    @alexykong9378 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great food!# Love your Dad appreciating Asian Cuisine and enjoying the tour.

  • @parislim853
    @parislim853 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see you’ve brought your dad along with you through out your journey, didn’t see that very often.

  • @trexk1508
    @trexk1508 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cant wait to see your Kampot video. It's my hometown. Haven't been there for many years but will be there end of this month. PS. Great channel and subscribed.

  • @CambodianAustralianNewsNetwork
    @CambodianAustralianNewsNetwork ปีที่แล้ว

    So sweet and lovely taking dad around the world for a holiday trip. Loved your vdo Alina!

  • @ricka1133
    @ricka1133 ปีที่แล้ว

    your so very lucky to be able to share this time with your dad. love your video work. safe travels

  • @linmonyna
    @linmonyna ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank Alina for this video to talk about my country. ❤

  • @OppoOppo-tl4qn
    @OppoOppo-tl4qn ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for visit to Cambodia

  • @darellnewsome4459
    @darellnewsome4459 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Catching up on your videos Alina and this one was an absolute pleasure to watch. Really nice area with a lot of rich history albeit some of it very sad. Thanks for sharing.

  • @soratsindy5358
    @soratsindy5358 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I felt so happy that you love and look after your father very good.

  • @khomcaliem4496
    @khomcaliem4496 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good Tour Good Video. Thank You'

  • @nickgopy3521
    @nickgopy3521 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you travel with your dad

  • @sokunprum
    @sokunprum ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for traveling to Cambodia and Making a blog about our country.

  • @roschakriya4554
    @roschakriya4554 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks, you talk good about Cambodia

  • @paulchovancek2135
    @paulchovancek2135 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing so many great places. Always watching your shows from my new home in Kuching Sarawak

  • @babybeckyandmarkytravels4208
    @babybeckyandmarkytravels4208 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video I love you sweetie and happy New Year

  • @deko2561
    @deko2561 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much.

  • @josegabrillo2717
    @josegabrillo2717 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice to see your dad travelling with you! blessed🙏watching from Regina Sask

  • @38below39
    @38below39 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I knew your dad would make it to the top of the stairs .... ( funny when he said maybe.

  • @bernabecaneta6154
    @bernabecaneta6154 ปีที่แล้ว

    God morning sister Alina thanks for sharing this vidio God Bless yuo and yuor father

  • @exanimo2006
    @exanimo2006 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am going to visit phnom Penh. Thank you for this beautiful video.

    • @AlinaMcleod
      @AlinaMcleod  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you have a great time!

    • @exanimo2006
      @exanimo2006 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlinaMcleod thank you🙏❤

  • @e6cnou
    @e6cnou ปีที่แล้ว

    congrats...your video is of great quality...very enjoyable and interesting to watch...looking forward to more. Have a nice trip.

  • @renatofigueiredo603
    @renatofigueiredo603 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful.

  • @michaelhoran407
    @michaelhoran407 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great the hornbill birds!

  • @Kojak-dv4fy
    @Kojak-dv4fy ปีที่แล้ว

    Going in 3 weeks. Will pretty much go where you guys went. Thanks a lot.

  • @kanchhalama9766
    @kanchhalama9766 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful people in beautiful country !

  • @Nalinn9968
    @Nalinn9968 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome to Cambodia🇰🇭hope you guy enjoy it’s here ❤️🙏🙏

  • @huetuyenquang5518
    @huetuyenquang5518 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will often watch your videos💞💞

  • @khornchhim1279
    @khornchhim1279 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very beautiful country and interesting as well 👍

  • @travelfoodielove
    @travelfoodielove ปีที่แล้ว

    Your dad is so adorable

  • @StereoSpace
    @StereoSpace ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting city, seems beautiful too. I'd like to visit. Have fun, sweetie.

  • @Kylelongwest
    @Kylelongwest ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brown is a high end cafe, it's considered the Starbuck of Cambodia. so it's a bit more expensive than others.

  • @korean_foot_traveler8655
    @korean_foot_traveler8655 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful structures as well as the delicious looking local foods in this video captivate my attention and interest. I like the content of this video a lot.😀👍👍

  • @Theplungerowner
    @Theplungerowner ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for leaving a good review of my beloved country. It really helped with the economy and the future of my country. Have a save flight to your next destination.🥰

  • @judyharrison3038
    @judyharrison3038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just found you site! I was in Cambodia in 2010. You did a great job of representing the city and country. The Genocide Musuem is a “must”to see and experience. Thank you for including this place. That time in history has a huge effect on the people to this day. Thank you again!!

  • @simonromanov4984
    @simonromanov4984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Must be nice to travel the world with your family Alina, your father seems to be enjoying himself, great to see! 🆒️✈🌐✅

  • @henryktocoaching
    @henryktocoaching ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The food looks amazing, Alina.

  • @ericlenchon4826
    @ericlenchon4826 ปีที่แล้ว

    good to travel with your dad. i miss mine. enjoy.

  • @WILLNEVERCONFORM
    @WILLNEVERCONFORM ปีที่แล้ว

    You & Dad's pronunciation is perfect.
    I'm here this week at a terrific Dentist.
    Good video.

  • @maiaotaku
    @maiaotaku ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very entertaining video! I’m cambodian but always lived abroad so you’ve taught me some very interesting facts, thanks for doing research and being informed about the culture 🙏 Very sensible

  • @viettv68
    @viettv68 ปีที่แล้ว

    GOOD LUCK FOR YOU all

  • @EnigmaticaStranga
    @EnigmaticaStranga ปีที่แล้ว

    Such charming presentation and balanced insights. Is your dad always such a sweet adorable guy?);

  • @tonray9395
    @tonray9395 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Vid....live in Thailand but outside of a quick visa trip never really been to Cambodia....on my list now.

  • @gediminasmurauskas7817
    @gediminasmurauskas7817 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Alina! Well done! This is a well-crafted video with interesting content. Thanks for your enjoyable introduction to Phnom Penh!

  • @travelwithspicy
    @travelwithspicy 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much sister for your visit and sharing about my country ❤️🇰🇭 Welcome to Cambodia ❤️

  • @alkankovanci8545
    @alkankovanci8545 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That bird is Tukan sweetheart 😄♥️ I really like to see you hang out with your dad😍♥️ you’re dadyshh girl 😄♥️

  • @vaphalla8327
    @vaphalla8327 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am Cambodian, your fan