Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
What is it really like living in Cambodia?
I invited a group of creators living across Cambodia, from Siem Reap to Kampot, to answer the same 10 questions about life here, the surprises, the challenges, and the reasons we’ve chosen to stay.
Everyone has a different perspective, but there are many similarities, and together I think this gives a really honest insight into what life in Cambodia is actually like beyond the tourist experience.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this collaboration:
Itchy Feet on the Cheap
Tom Trips Out
Autumn in Asia
Brett Voyage
Life on the Run Community
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0:00 Introductions and background
1:26 Choosing a city in Cambodia
3:07 Initial surprises
5:01 Building a life abroad
7:23 Overcoming misconceptions
9:49 Adjusting to local life
12:27 Long-term perspectives
13:55 Advice for future expats
What is it really like living in Cambodia?
I invited a group of creators living across Cambodia, from Siem Reap to Kampot, to answer the same 10 questions about life here, the surprises, the challenges, and the reasons we’ve chosen to stay.
Everyone has a different perspective, but there are many similarities, and together I think this gives a really honest insight into what life in Cambodia is actually like beyond the tourist experience.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this collaboration:
Itchy Feet on the Cheap
Tom Trips Out
Autumn in Asia
Brett Voyage
Life on the Run Community
If you enjoyed the video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let me know in the comments which answer surprised you the most.
Follow me on Facebook - facebook.com/nanwithabackpack
SUPPORT 🥰
☕️ Buy me a coffee ☕️ - .buymeacoffee.com/sonjaking
👉🏻 Or simply Like 👍🏼 Comment & Share my videos.
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(it's only with your support that I can continue making videos, I really can't thank you enough 🥰)
youtube.com/@nanwithabackpack?sub_confirmation=1
I also have a monthly newsletter, you can sign up here..... subscribepage.io/OCcqA6
If you sign up using my links I will receive a small commission. 🙏🏽
I use Surfshark to keep me me safe online if you use this link you will get one month free - surfshark.club/friend/yDBVfQYj
Bank cards
Monzo - join.monzo.com/c/8zbmzt0k
Revolut - https://revolut.com/referral/?referra...
Starling - starlingbank.com/app/signup
Wise - wise.com/invite/dic/sonjak303
📸 Follow me on Instagram:
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EMAIL for business enquiries only please
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#nanwithabackpack #livingincambodia #solofemaletravel
0:00 Introductions and background
1:26 Choosing a city in Cambodia
3:07 Initial surprises
5:01 Building a life abroad
7:23 Overcoming misconceptions
9:49 Adjusting to local life
12:27 Long-term perspectives
13:55 Advice for future expats
