After two years of phased policy changes, the country is ready for its comeback.
Destination of the Day
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital of 2.3 million people, feels a lot more manageable than the other big capitals in Southeast Asia. Although the roads are oftentimes chaotic, distances are short and the sites are walkable. Among Phnom Penh's top tourist attractions are the gruesome Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and "Killing Fields;" although somber, both are essential for trying to grasp what Cambodians suffered in the 1970s during the Khmer Rouge's misrule. Meanwhile, Wat Phnom, first completed in 1373, isn't as old as Angkor Wat, but it's still quite impressive. For inexpensive souvenirs and a hodgepodge of goods, the Russian Market (Phsar Toul Tumpong) is a good choice, but get ready to hone your haggling skills. And, when you get hungry, you'll certainly enjoy sampling the curries, noodle soups, and other staples of Khmer cuisine in some of the city's best restaurants.
Your Packing List
Although tourism has caused local dress to lax somewhat, always dress conservatively when visiting temples. Pack clothing that covers your shoulders, as well as pants or a long skirt.
You will see almost every tourist and local in Cambodia wearing flip-flops on a daily basis, and that's because it's customary to slip your shoes off when entering a place. Hari Mari's Meadows Sandals make for the perfect all-day pair. Made of Nubuck leather, the straps and footbed are incredibly soft, and the memory foam toe post, which Hari Mari patented, means you get a little cushion between your toes.
The ultraviolet index is high in Cambodia, making the possibility of sunburn and resulting skin damage high. Be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen!
Just 17 miles from Kauai, Niihau, Hawaii is home to only 70 full-time residents and their families or to those who received a coveted invitation from the Robinson family, whose ancestors have owned the 69-square-mile island since 1864. There are no paved roads, hospitals, police stations, grocery stores, or indoor plumbing. Though the island is open to small tours, a visit won't come without a hefty price tag and certainly more than a few restrictions.
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