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30/10/2026

Cambodia in the Wanderlust Spotlight Before WTM2026

Founding Editor of Wanderlust Magazine, Lyn Hughes, travelled to Cambodia earlier this year and her Sacred Forests article is now live on the website.

To discover more about Lyn's epic trip to Cambodia, head to Cambodia Stand N9-600 at the World Travel Market 2026 at Excel London from 3-5 November next week to meet Hanuman Travel's very own Director of Product & Experiences Nick Ray, who accompanied the Wanderlust founder on the Temple Safari.

"Lara Croft meets Indiana Jones

It was late afternoon, and I was blessed to be staying the night on a Temple Safari, sleeping in a comfortable safari tent that had already been erected. Night fell quickly, and I ate a beautifully presented gourmet meal by candlelight. Already a surreal experience, it was about to become more so, as Sinath, Nick and I took flaming torches and headed towards the temple entrance. In a scene straight out of Tomb Raider or the Indiana Jones films, we studied bas reliefs by the flickering light of the flames."

Lyn experienced a signature Hanuman Travel Temple Safari at the remote jungle temple of Preah Khan Kompong Svay, exploring after dark by traditional tree sap torch, as well as exploring the 'Hidden Trails of Angkor' on the back of a motorbike.

Lyn also spotted dolphins in Kampot, rare water birds at Boeng Pearaing near Siem Reap and experienced ecotourism in action at Shinta Mani Wild and Cardamom Tented Camp in the remote Cardamom Mountains.

Cambodia is best known for the iconic Angkor temples, their ancient stones entwined with strangler figs. But among and beyond the jungle-covered ruins,

28/10/2026

Cambodia has done it again! 🎉

The Kingdom has been named Asia's Leading Youth Travel Destination 2026 at the 33rd World Travel Awards in the Maldives, held on World Tourism Day. This is our fifth year in a row with this title, after wins in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Cambodia has also been recognised as Asia's Leading Cultural Destination in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Five years running, and still a favourite for young travellers

Read More: https://www.khmertimeskh.com/502033481/cambodia-wins-asias-top-youth-travel-spot-for-the-5th-year/

26/10/2026

Tour Guide Training Day at Montra Nivesha 🌿

About 30 leading Siem Reap tour guides joined us for a day of learning and discovery. The morning began with a session by our Director of Product & Experiences, Nick Ray, on handling sensitive topics in a divided world. After lunch at Arun, the guides watched Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia at Sala Kon Boutique Cinema, then visited SM Art Centre and Montra Fine Arts Boutique, finishing with drinks by the pool 🍹

Thank you to all our guides for joining us!

14/10/2026

Hanuman Travel Hosts a Tour Guide Workshop in Phnom Penh

On 28 September, Hanuman Travel hosted a Tour Guide Workshop in Phnom Penh, bringing together guides for a full day of learning, exchange, and hands-on experience.

The day began at the Lumiere creative space with a theory session, where participants shared ideas and discussed how to deliver even better journeys for travellers. The group then moved from the classroom to the field, starting with an adrenaline-filled session at Mekong Zipline.

The day wrapped up on the Big Bus, touring Phnom Penh and seeing the city through a traveller's eyes. It was a chance for the guides to experience the city the way their guests do, and to share stories and ideas along the way.

Workshops like this are an important part of refining our approach to travel. By learning together and experiencing what we offer first-hand, we make sure our team is always prepared to create meaningful journeys for our clients.

Our big thanks to our partner venues:
_Lumiere Phnom Penh
_Mekong Zipline
_Big Bus Angkor Cambodia

14/10/2026

Phnom Penh Number 3 on CNTraveler's 'Best Big Cities'

The Cambodian capital has come in at Number 3 on Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice 'Best Big Cities' for 2026, just behind Seoul and Tokyo.

"Whether it’s the slurp-able noodles, regality of taking an afternoon tea at Raffles, or an evening cruise down the Mekong River, Phnom Penh is just the place to experience Cambodia’s beauty and culture. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda glimmer with embedded details crafted from emeralds and diamonds while the bustling Russian Market symbolizes bounty in the form of vendors selling everything from ornate wood carvings to local spices to traditional Khmer instruments. For sites of remembrance, learn about the Cambodian genocide at the Choeung Ek Genocidal Centre and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, which confront the nation’s difficult history under the Khmer Rouge regime and serve as sobering yet worthwhile reminders of how far Cambodia has come today."

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10/10/2026

Across Cambodia, families are traveling back to their villages and the pagodas where their roots begin. At Hanuman Travel, we believe the journey home is part of the ritual itself: the long road, the shared meals, and the stories passed down from grandparents.

Wishing you and your family a peaceful Pchum Ben, filled with gratitude, merit, and togetherness. If you’d like to explore Cambodia’s sacred places and living traditions, we’d be honored to guide you.

06/10/2026

One month until the World Travel Market (WTM) in London

Hanuman Travel will once again be attending the World Travel Market ( ) at Excel London from 3-5 November this year.

Please drop by and say hello to everyone at the Cambodia Stand number N9-600, including our very own Director of Product & Experiences, Nick Ray, who will be there for the full three days.

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.

29/05/2026

Cardamom Tented Camp makes the Wanderlust Green List 2026

"Tucked away in the foothills of the Cardamom mountains, this low-impact tented camp invites travellers to explore the waterways and forest trails of an 1,800 sq km concession.

A portion of the camp’s profits fund 18 forest rangers to tackle illegal logging and wildlife trafficking in the area. In 2024 alone, they removed 1,175 snares, protecting pangolins, sun bears and leopards."

Hanuman Travel has been working with Cardamom Tented Camp since the earliest days and regularly sends guests there as a gold standard example of a sustainable conservation initiative.

Contact the Hanuman Travel Sales Team on [email protected] to plan a Green Season escape to the Cardamom Mountains and Cambodia.

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18/05/2026

The New Cool of Phnom Penh in The Financial Times of London

"Meet the chefs, architects and artists reclaiming their Khmer heritage" in the popular How To Spend It weekend supplement of The FT.

It goes without saying that we recommend booking an affordable 3-night trip to the Cambodian capital with Hanuman Travel...

Contact our Sales Team for some ideas on how to approach the Cambodian capital differently, including a 'Living History Tour of Phnom Penh" or a "One Night in Phnom Penh" dinearound tour of the bars and restaurants by tuk tuk.

[email protected]

Meet the chefs, architects and artists reclaiming their Khmer heritage