Money Part 2
Dollars, dollars, everywhere, but you can't spend them all. Be careful when accepting large bills, as there are a few counterfeits out there. Also be warned: U.S. dollars with small rips, too much writing on the bill, or too old will not be accepted anywhere. Don't accept this money, don't expect other people to accept it. Cambodian currency can be torn, taped, or look like it was printed at Angkor Wat 1,000 years before, and it's OK to use.
Help, I need a doctor
Medical services are very basic in Koh Kong, and a bit better in Phnom Penh. Malaria is common in the jungles, but not in Koh Kong. Most all drugs can be purchased over the counter at dozens of pharmacies in town. Best to get to Thailand, just across the border, before venturing further into the country if you're sick or injured.
Customs and Culture
Cambodia is a Buddhist country. Monks walk around in the morning, collecting food and money to maintain the Wats (Buddhist Temples). The Cambodian people are very polite and respectful, and expect the same in return.
Holidays
Every week or two comes a yearly holiday. Banks and government institutions are closed, but most other places are open for business. In Koh Kong, holidays are usually a bit more crowded with travelers to and from Thailand. If you see a holiday comes on a weekend, expect the following Monday to be a holiday as well. Khmers like to party like the rest of us!
Sex
Some people have it here, some don't. If you are having it, make sure to wrap it up. "Number One" in Cambodia is a condom, not a number, and it costs about 3 cents each. Use it.
Visas
You can get your Cambodian Visa at any border, if you don't have one already. A tourist visa cost $20 (plus whatever else they can get), and you must have 2 photos (sometimes only 1 photo will do) . It's good for 30 days and can be renewed once, while you're in the country, for another 30 days. Business Visas are also available at the border and can be renewed indefinitely. Also, in Sihanoukville, you can get a visa for Vietnam within hours, and at the best price in the world.
Police
Police are everywhere in Cambodia. But it's usually hard to find one when you need help. Remember, if you want service, the $20 monthly salary of police doesn't cover all their cost. If you need help, expect to pay for it. Tourist Police phone # 016 947 777.
Telephone:
When calling Cambodia from overseas, the country extension is 855. Any phone number starting with a "0", you should not dial the "0". When calling from within Cambodia, you can find public phone stands everywhere, and calls are usually 8 to 12 cents a minute.
Internet
Internet is quite slow and expensive in Koh Kong. A couple internet shops as well as a few hotels offer internet for about $3/hour