Contact Admin. The editing of CIA data suggests that this article is ripe for defactbookization. Anyone up for it? Comments would be appreciated on the efforts of the non-profit organization, Heritage Watch, encouraging travelers to visit businesses that have been certified Heritage Friendly would be appreciated. Heritage Friendly certification indicates that these businesses are supporting the arts, culture and heritage of Cambodia in various ways as well as contributing to development projects.
It is our opinion that people should be encouraged to patronize these businesses while visiting Cambodia and the ability to recognize the logo is helpful. Thank you jpatokal for your comments by the way and suggesting a discussion here. I've edited the section on land mines to better reflect reality. As I've written, It's important to be aware of the issue of mines that the country as a whole faces, but to present the threat to tourists as anything other than virtually nonexistant is irresponsible.
Although we never considered landmines in the cities, temples or beaches, there were frequent reminders that they are still a danger. We were told they are still fairly common in the Northeast provinces, especially "off the path" near bridges and the borders.
You won't stuble across one as you tour Angkor Wat, but it would be smart to at least advise travelers to consult local guides before wandering off on their own when away from the cities. Kampong Cham lists all prices in US dollars. Is use of the dollar in Cambodia so widespread, and so more prevalent than use of the local currency, that we should make an exception to the prices guidelines on accommodation listings and friends?
I think this is a case where the traveller comes first and we shouldn't list prices out in the local currency if travellers will never see those prices; however, I'd like to know if that's the case. I added content to the respect section. The things I put I feel are highly relevant based on what I personally observed while in Cambodia.
