Greetings from Sambor Village

This is our daily weblog about life living and working at a hotel in the middle of Cambodia. Sambor Village is a small self contained resort in Kampong Thom province, halfway between Phom Penh and Siem Reap on the banks of the Stung Sen River.

Each day we will share our stories, photos, videos, hotel happenings, staff celebrations and local events, as well as recipes for delicious Khmer food.

Coming up in the next month we have two staff weddings. Our chef Navuth and housekeeper Chanta will marry on the 10th and 11th of July, and our security guard will also marry soon after. Cambodian weddings are big events, with a lot of food, beer and dancing. Family homes are transformed for two days as marquee tents go up, caterers come in, tables are set, sound systems are installed, monks chant, singers sing, and guests arrive by the moto load to celebrate the happy couples union. Cambodian weddings are colourful and noisy occasions, if you ever have the chance to attend a wedding in Cambodia, don't hesitate, it is a unique experience.