Traveler tip
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Stay cool in Cambodia
On a recent trip to Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, I toured Angkor Wat cool as a cucumber! While my fellow travelers wilted in the oppressive heat and humidity, I remained cool and energized with my Mission-brand cooling towel draped around my neck. Its HydroActive technology instantly cooled me to 30 degrees below my average body temperature. After soaking the towel with water and wringing it out, it kept me comfortable for hours. The towel is available at sporting goods stores( Dick’ s in Memphis) for a mere $ 17.99.
— Geri Meltzer, 35-time traveler, Memphis, TN
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Work out with the locals in Cambodia
Our Trip Experience Leaders recommend that you get your exercise Cambodianstyle while you are in Phnom Penh. Just join the locals for an evening workout in Royal Palace Park( Samdach Sothearos Blvd [ 3 ], Phnom Penh, Cambodia). There are a few different classes you can join, like line dancing or aerobic dance. Each group is led by an instructor, and it is asked that you make a small donation( less than a U. S. dollar will do). The park is also a good spot for a picnic.
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Don’ t lose your cool in Southeast Asia
No matter how frustrating a situation may be, try not to show anger in any way and do not raise your voice. Losing your temper is considered a serious loss of face for both parties, and should be avoided. Try to remain calm and your efforts will be reciprocated.
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Purchase a VPN before you arrive in China
Facebook, Google, and YouTube are all great ways to stay in touch with folks back home, but you may be out of luck if you are traveling in the People’ s Republic, where the Great Firewall of China blocks all access to these( and other) sites. But you can get around the restrictions by purchasing a VPN before you leave the U. S. A VPN( virtual private network) encrypts your device’ s IP address, so it looks like you are accessing sites from the U. S. even if you are actually in China. VPN connections are not always perfect, but for the $ 30 or so it will cost you for a month, it may still be worth it. Highly-rated VPN services include NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN.