The new 3 Days / 2 Nights Angkor Romantic Escape is a getaway package specially designed for couples to share unique experiences together in Siem Reap. Featuring stays in stylish boutique hotels, the program includes a tethered helium balloon ride and exploration of the Angkor temples on a private tuk-tuk and leisurely cycling excursion. Guests will also enjoy a Champagne sunset cruise on the Tonlé Sap Lake as well as a romantic picnic at Sras Srang water basin. On the last day, the program is capped off with a private blessing ceremony for two at a local pagoda. Click here to view the program details.

Specially designed for running and travel enthusiasts, our 3-day Angkor Wat Half Marathon package combines a charity run with sightseeing to the Angkor temples. Taking place on 6 December, the Angkor Wat Half Marathon is an international charity event that raises funds for landmine victims in the country. This package also features a relaxing post-run massage and opportunities to sample Khmer cuisine and explore the ancient monuments on the non-marathon days. View the program details here.

We are offering 10-15% off our Angkor Discovery tour for travelers arriving between 15 August- 15 September 2009. The four day package is ideal for first time visitors to Cambodia and includes touring the Angkorian temples, a boat trip on the Tonle Sap lake, private blessing in a temple and visit to small rural villages.

Prices start at 236 USD for first class rooms and 306USD for superior accommodation (Based on two persons sharing). Click here to see the full itinerary and pricing.

The Angkor Entrance Fee has been restructured. The 3-day pass is now valid on any 3 days within a calendar week instead of 3 consecutive days. The ticket will be valid from the moment of purchase. This will allow visitors to better appreciate the wealth of cultural sites within the Angkor complex while interspersing their temple touring with other activities in and around Siem Reap. Exotissimo Cambodia offers a variety of excursions in Siem Reap, ranging from adventures, golf, culinary, charity and culture to allow clients to discover the wonders of Cambodia. For more information, contact cambodia@exotissimo.com.

The Angkor Archaeological Park has announced a program to maintain a sustainable environment for Angkor. Only cars, tuk tuks, motos, mini-vans with 12 passengers or less, and electric cars will be allowed within Angkor Thom. Operated by local authorities, each car comes with a professional driver and seats a maximum of 9 passengers. There is no time limit for the electric car rental, however the cars will not be able to operate in other sections of the archaeological park. Advance reservations are highly recommended and the rental charge is US$3 per person. Exotissimo will keep this in mind when completing your client’s bookings for larger groups by offering the choice of electric cars or splitting the group into separate smaller vans. For more information, please contact cambodia@exotissimo.com.

The Angkor Archaeological Park has announced a program to maintaining a sustainable environment for Angkor. Only cars, tuk tuks, motos, mini-vans with 12 passengers or less, and electric cars will be allowed in to Angkor Thom City. Operated by local authorities, each electric car comes with a professional driver and seats up to 9 passengers. No time limit is imposed on the car rental, however, these cars are not allowed to operate in other sections of the archaeological park. Advance reservations are highly recommended and the rental cost of these vehicles is US$3 per person. Exotissimo will keep this in mind when completing your client’s bookings for larger groups by offering the choice of electric cars or splitting the group into separate smaller vans. For more information, please contact cambodia@exotissimo.com.

The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) is Cambodia’s first nature conservation centre. The not-for-profit centre has been established since 2003 to preserve wildlife and biodiversity, as well as to educate and train the local communities in environmental protection. Guided tours of the conservation facility are conducted at 1pm every weekday, whereas village-based sustainable tours allow visitors insight into everyday life and challenges in rural Cambodia.

Our friends at the gorgeous Hotel de la Paix have opened up a charming new restaurant in the old market area of Siem Reap, AHA. The ambiance is impeccable and very much in keeping with the Hotel de la Paix. This chic new restaurant will serve Khmer food in tapas-style, accompanied by a wide variety of wine. We are sure that hipsters from all around the world will go home raving about the AHA.

Ever want to learn how to communicate with that gentlest of giant, the Elephant? This month, the Angkor Village Hotel and her sister property the Angkor Village Resort are pleased to announce a Mahout training program. This activity is available exclusively to in-house guests and allows you to learn how to ride, bathe, feed and otherwise take care of these giant pachyderms. The activity is limited to small groups of four or less guests at either property. Mahout training is perfect for the young at heart, though not younger than 16 years old.

In Siem Reap the crowds are easily escaped by just heading 10km out of town. Take a wonderful bicycle ride to Roulous Temple group and onwards to Kampong Phluck and enjoy a cruise through traditional floating villages before heading back to Siem Reap.