25/08/2026
Hanuman Travel Hosts the Audley Travel GEB Team in Cambodia
Audley Travel recently appointed Richard Hodgson as their new CEO and Cambodia was selected as the first FAM Trip destination for him to experience in the new role.
It was an absolute pleasure and privilege to host Richard, COO Lisa Fitzell and CMO Cammie Beaufils on their May FAM Trip to Cambodia. Thank you so much for choosing Cambodia and Hanuman Travel to showcase Audley Travel experiences at their best.
Here is an excerpt from COO Lisa Fitzell's post on her Cambodia trip.
"I’ve just returned from eight inspiring days in Cambodia with our new CEO Richard Hodgson Hodgson and CCO Camille Beaufils — their first immersion into what makes Audley truly distinctive. It was a privilege to join them and showcase the depth, care and creativity that sit behind every tailor‑made journey we design.
Eight years had passed since my last visit, and Cambodia has transformed. Despite recent border challenges with Thailand, the country is thriving — new airports, new roads, new hotels and better coastal access to the islands — and an energy that signals real momentum. Yet what remains unchanged is the spirit of the Cambodian people: resilient, kind and endlessly optimistic.
Our itinerary — a condensed version of what a typical Audley client might experience — captured the essence of why we do what we do:
• E‑biking around Angkor Wat at sunrise, seeing the temples come alive through the jungle
• Birdwatching on Tonlé Sap, where conservation and community intersect
• The emotion and artistry of Phare, a social enterprise acrobatic play we’re proud to support
• Listening to the Night‑time jungle sounds at my favourite hotel Phum Baitang
• Camping beside a deserted temple on our Temple Safari and exploring it at night
•A private screening of Angkor in Siem Reap, and The Last Reel at Lumiere in Phnom Penh, gave us powerful context and emotional framing for Cambodia’s history.
• Ziplining through the wild beauty of Shinta Mani Wild the most dramatic check in I have ever experienced where sustainability, design and luxury coexist
• A visit to the best elephant sanctuary I’ve ever been - such happy elephants
• Phnom Penh’s optimism — a young, creative city reshaping its future with a fantastic art and food scene
Every moment was meticulously crafted by our exceptional Country Specialist Dan Pullen and our long‑standing partners at Hanuman Travel. Their expertise, relationships and attention to detail are what enable us to create journeys that feel effortless for clients and deeply meaningful in impact.
What struck me most on this trip was how far Cambodia has come — and how vital tourism is to sustaining that progress. The country is quiet at the moment, with excellent availability for summer travel, and it offers exceptional value. But more importantly, the income visitors bring flows directly into local communities, supporting jobs, small businesses and long‑term development. Responsible travel isn’t just a way to experience Cambodia — it’s a meaningful contribution to its future.
If you haven’t been, go. And stay longer. Give it the time it deserves — because the people, the landscapes and the stories will stay with you long after you return."
Many thanks also to our wonderful partners in supporting this trip, including Cambodia Tourism Board, Montra Nivesha, Zannier Phum Baitang, Rosewood Phnom Penh, Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor and Shinta Mani Wild - A Bensley Collection.
