Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Meet Choppa from Two Tigers Bungalows on Sok San Beach, Koh Rong Island, Cambodia. This is a conversation about community, island life, and following your passion.
During my time on Koh Rong, I found myself walking to Two Tigers every morning for coffee and conversation with Choppa. What started as casual chats became daily rituals, and I discovered an incredible story of someone who left the UK to build a life on a remote Cambodian island with his partner Mickey.
Choppa and Mickey aren't just running bungalows on Sok San Beach - they're building community. Their warmth, generosity, and genuine care for the island and its people shine through everything they do at Two Tigers. From welcoming travelers to supporting locals, they've created something special together.
What makes Choppa unique:
Back in the UK, Choppa creates bespoke one-off furniture pieces from recycled and reclaimed wood - true artisan craftsmanship that reflects his creative spirit and sustainable values. On Koh Rong, he and Mickey have brought that same philosophy to island life.
Two Tigers Bungalows Sok San Beach:
Located on the peaceful Sok San Beach side of Koh Rong Island, Two Tigers offers beachfront bungalows with stunning sunset views. Run by Choppa and Mickey, this is genuine island hospitality. Find them on Booking.com or their Facebook page.
This interview captures what makes Koh Rong Island special - it's not just the beaches, it's the people. Mickey prefers to stay off camera, but their partnership and shared vision for Two Tigers comes through in every aspect of the place. Choppa had to return to the UK for a family emergency during filming, but Mickey continues to welcome guests with the same warmth and hospitality.
Choppa's UK Furniture Work:
🔗 The Art of Recycling: facebook.com/search/top?q=art%20of%20recycling
If you're planning a trip to Koh Rong Cambodia, visiting Two Tigers isn't just about accommodation - it's about experiencing genuine island hospitality and becoming part of the community, even if just for a few days.
Two Tigers Koh Rong:
📍 Sok San Beach, Koh Rong Island, Cambodia
🔗 Facebook: facebook.com/two.tigers.community
🔗 Booking.com: Two Tigers Sok San Village
This is the real Koh Rong - beautiful beaches, incredible sunsets, and people like Choppa and Mickey who remind you why slow travel and human connection matter.
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0:00 Meet the owner of Two Tigers
1:47 Starting a business on an island
3:26 Island life and returning home
4:40 Life as a furniture craftsman
7:13 Choosing Cambodia and community
11:34 Observing the traveler experience
14:29 Booking a stay and final thoughts