Traveling abroad is full of unknown elements for many people. For example, when entering from Kuala Lumpur and then traveling to Siem Reap, there is a lot of information that must be known during these processes. Some of this information is very practical, but some of it can be very confusing.

When you arrive in Kuala Lumpur, if it is 00:45 midnight, after getting off the plane, you need to go to the immigration hall with everyone to go through the formalities.

There is a window on the far left with many chairs next to it.

Please note that the entry process is carried out step by step.

My experience in Kuala Lumpur was just a transitional phase. However, once you master the process, it provides a solid foundation for the rest of your trip.

The layout of the entry halls varies from country to country. The entry hall in Kuala Lumpur has special windows and facilities. If you don’t keep up with the queue, it is easy to get lost. Especially for travelers who are going abroad for the first time, this step is particularly critical.

From Kuala Lumpur to Siem Reap, take flight number AK280, departure time is 7 am. The price of this tax-included ticket is MYR 135 per person, which is very cost-effective.

There is a small situation here, that is, there is no bribery behavior at the entry customs. Some people may worry about encountering demands for bribes at foreign customs, but after understanding this situation, our inner worries are eliminated.

The desk of the customs staff is facing the immigration queue. If someone asks for a bribe, everyone in the queue can clearly see it.

Price and experience matter when choosing cross-border air tickets.

A flight from Kuala Lumpur to Siem Reap, its flight duration, perks and in-flight service are all part of the travel experience.

For example, do you need to pay extra for in-flight meals?

In Cambodia, most goods and services are priced in US dollars, so there is usually no need to exchange for the local riel currency.

If it is just a short-term trip, it would be more appropriate to exchange US$350 domestically before our departure.

We do not have a UnionPay card account in China. Although UnionPay cards are marked on ATM machines in many countries and can withdraw money, they cannot be used in Cambodia.

In the end, I still had 140 US dollars left to return home because of hotel card payments.

If you spend more dollars, sometimes you will lose a little on the exchange rate.

For example, if consumption is cheaper, locals will also look for riel.

Travelers must be aware of exchange rate changes, and at the same time, pay attention to converting prices into actual costs when shopping.

Arriving at Siem Reap Airport at 08:30, the driver DARA was waiting to pick us up with a TINA JIA sign in his hand.

The driver agreed with me that renting a car for three days would only cost US$40, and a bottle of ice water would also be given as a gift. If you buy it on your own, you will pay $1 per bottle, for a total of $2 for two bottles, which is quite a deal.

The hotel we booked also has a free driver to pick us up.

Siem Reap has built a relatively complete service network in terms of tourism services, especially in terms of airport transfers and car rentals.

In terms of transportation when traveling to foreign countries, there are various forms of local airport transfers and car rentals.

For tourists, it’s not just price that must be weighed against quality and convenience.

For example, basic communication conditions such as whether the driver is familiar with local routes and can speak English.

We bought tickets at 9 am. There are three types of tickets for Angkor Wat. We chose the three-day pass, which costs US$40.

After successfully purchasing the ticket, you can purchase the next day's ticket after 4 pm on the same day. At that time, you can visit Bakken Mountain for free and watch the sunset.

To visit Thom Angkor Thom, also known as Great Angkor or Thom Thom, you need to enter from the south gate and it takes about a quarter of an hour.

It is inevitable to encounter unsatisfactory situations during travel. For example, when going to the old market, it was impassable on foot due to flooding and had to take a detour.

Ticket prices for each attraction vary, adapting to different visiting time needs. Visitors can choose according to their personal arrangements.

The reason why the prices in the old market are relatively high may be related to the popularity of local tourism and geographical location. As tourists increase, businesses tend to raise prices.

Purchase the Mekong Express from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh at 19:00 for US$11 per person.

Usually the hotel provides door-to-door minibus pick-up service, but due to the Cambodian Manchu Festival, this service was canceled. We had to find a car ourselves, and the fee was US$2.

The local Manchu people have a longer holiday similar to China's National Day.

At 19:30, guests can also enjoy special treatment. After staying for three consecutive days, each person can receive two free traditional Cambodian services worth US$6. If you want to improve your experience, you can upgrade to a service worth $8 for an additional $2 per person.

This kind of special service may be specially launched by certain hotels or travel projects to enhance customer experience.

Transportation services will be adjusted during the festival, which reminds tourists to obtain detailed local festival information before traveling to prevent trouble.

Have you ever encountered a situation like this while traveling abroad?