The day started quite surreal with visa entry and 36 students waiting patiently for what seemed like 36 passport officials to examine each passport! We melted in the sweltering heat until the rain came down and we ended up in the pool. We met Sunny who will be with the group for the whole journey and she has already been so helpful. After a trip to the supermarket we had to use 5 tuk-tuks to bring all of our supplies back to our beautiful hotel.
The central market was interesting, as was crossing the road! Out guide, Yous Sa taught us how to say 'too much' in the local dialect and we used this to barter for the souvenirs we purchased.
This has been and incredible but very long day. Now is time to get some rest before out first full day in Siem Reap - Angkor Wat in the morning and then we start working with the people of the village in the afternoon. Everything we have been planning for - now we are really here!
And now from the students' perspective:
Yesterday was our first day in Cambodia and was a great day to start an even better trip. Once we arrived in Siem Reap we made ourselves at home in our rooms and then came down to the foyer for lunch. We then headed out to Artisans Angkor village to see arts and crafts in action. From there we bussed to the markets where we spent a good 2 hours bargaining and buying Cambodian goods. After the market we all came back to the hotel for a rest and then dinner. Following dinner some people swam but most were just too tired due to not much sleep. Overall it was a really great way to start our journey in Cambodia and we are looking forward to the rest of the adventure.
Zac and Dean
Working as a team
And we will get the job done!
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