Cambodia may not be the first destination that comes to mind for a family trip, but with well-developed tourism services, numerous sites to discover and welcoming locals, Cambodia is a very good choice for parents keen to spend quality time with their children.
Every year, Cambodia welcomes several million tourists. Most come to visit Angkor Wat, watch Apsara dancers and discover the many other icons of Khmer culture. As the tourism sector has developed, other services have multiplied, making Cambodia a top destination for families, with plenty of enjoyable and fun experiences on offer.
Planning a family trip is never an easy task! Children have different needs and wants than adults. One of the most important factors to consider is their comfort. Indeed, when it comes to accommodation, these young travellers can sometimes turn out to be even more demanding than adults — just with different priorities!
Fortunately, there are many good hotels in Cambodia, and many of them offer services specially designed for younger guests, such as playgrounds and swimming pools. Some even have a nursery and babysitting service, while others can organise dedicated activities, such as treasure hunts.
Most of the hotels we offer have at least one swimming pool — an essential feature for any child travelling in a tropical country like Cambodia.
When they are not relaxing at the hotel, children love having fun and taking part in exciting activities.
In Cambodia, they can take an elephant ride or “fly” through the rainforest at the Angkor temple sites. They can take a juggling lesson after a Cambodian theatrical circus show or watch a traditional puppet performance. These activities, each more varied than the last, are all ways of discovering Cambodian culture while having fun.
One of Cambodia’s many charms is the kindness of its people. Cambodians always welcome visitors with a smile, and they adore children.
Of course, many of them are parents themselves and, as in other traditional Asian countries, they hold family values close to their hearts.
With good preparation, a trip to Cambodia will be a great source of enjoyment for families.
Children will have fun, parents will be able to relax, and everyone will discover together the remarkable culture of this beautiful country.
A few activity ideas for children:
– The Phare Circus show in Siem Reap: an energetic and exciting performance. A meal and a juggling lesson can also be arranged.
– The Elephant Valley Project in Mondulkiri: children can learn about the life of elephants and spend time with them in their natural environment.
– Flight of the Gibbon in Siem Reap: a zip-line and a unique adventure where children (and parents!) can “fly” through the rainforest and take in extraordinary views.
