I took my friend here as a surprise. He was not very happy with me. I, however, was in heaven. I got a hamburger that tasted more like the meat I was used to in the U.S. and a unicorn cake. It was pretty. It tasted amazing.
With only three weeks to spend in Cambodia, I was having a hard time deciding what to do after leaving Siem Reap and exploring Angkor Wat. Then I came across Here Be Dragons, a Game of Thrones-inspired hostel. My decision was made immediately.
Battambang was a nice change a pace from Siem Reap. It’s not particularly off the beaten path but not as busy as Siem Reap or Phnom Penh. It was the first time I felt like I was in the “real” Cambodia. Battambang has no shortage of activities. Here are some of the major things to do there:
At 50 km/hour this “norry” (commonly known as the Bamboo Train ) was originally built by the French but was abandoned when the Khmer Rouge shut it down. It’s now a popular tourist attraction. 50 kilometers might sound slow but it sure doesn’t feel tame when you’re sitting cross-legged on a piece of wood with no seatbelt. The train costs $5 USD to ride and is open daily.
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Here Be Dragons Hostel is the perfect hostel for solo travelers or for a small group of friends.
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According to their data, the best time to book a domestic flight is 30 days in advance and the best time to book an international flight is about four months beforehand.
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