The Beaches of Cambodia

Sihanoukville is the premier beach town of Cambodia's southern coasts. And after surviving 95+ F (with humidity) days, we were happy for water! After checking in, we walked across the street to Occheutrel Beach which is lined with ramshackle restaurants. Just like the temples, we were hounded quite frequently if we would want fruit, bracelets, lobster, pedicure, massage... pretty much anything you want (and don't want)!

Although we did get conned in to some bracelets from some younger girls, it was nice to talk with them. My girl goes to school til 11 in the am and when asked if she had a boyfriend, she said no as she must study first! Yeah! So I bought a bracelet and told her to stay in school.

The only disappointing part of these beaches, and the country in general, is the amount of trash EVERYWHERE! Side of streets, on the beach, in the water... It's a sign of a culture how they treat their environment and on this regard, Cambodia is incredibly disappointing. I'm sure if there was a financial incentive to clean up, maybe they would!

On our first day, we did a three island boat tour which including snorkeling and lunch and swimming on Bamboo Island. It was a relaxing day!

Though our group was obnoxiously entertaining. A Russian father and son in speedos, a Japanese lady taking a million self portraits and two odd local couples. One girls arrived in high heels and had her boyfriend carry her everywhere. Another was cute but wore matching shirts which is obnoxious though very typical in Asia. And her hat says 'SkinWhite' and we have seen lots of skin whitening products for locals! Odd since all us whities are here to get tan!