Electricity220 volts, 50Hz. Travellers should be aware that power
cuts are frequent and, outside the capital, electricity is
generally only available in the evenings. LanguageKhmer is the official language. French is also spoken,
but English is fast becoming popular with the younger
generation. TippingTips are not expected, but are welcomed in restaurants and
hotels. Hotels often add a 10% service charge to the bill, but
small amounts for personal services are appreciated, as salaries in
the country are low. Tour guides should be tipped. Safety InformationCambodia remains one of the most heavily land-mined countries in
the world. When hiking or visiting rural areas, travel with a local
guide and never stray off the main paths. It is not advisable to
travel anywhere at night. Caution should be taken in the capital,
Phnom Penh, especially at night, as street crime is a problem,
including around popular tourist nightspots in Phnom Penh. After
dark there is also a risk of violent crime in Siem Reap and
Sihanoukville. Visitors should be aware that bag snatching is
becoming an increasing problem on tuk-tuks, motorcycle taxis and
while walking in the main towns. Due to the large numbers of
tourists involved in road accidents on motorcycles, police in Siem
Reap have banned rental outlets from hiring motorcycles to
tourists. There is some risk from terrorism due to continuing
terrorist activity in South East Asia, and travellers are advised
to be vigilant in public places and areas frequented by
foreigners. Local CustomsPermission should be sought before taking pictures of people,
particularly monks. Avoid touching someone on the head as it is
considered the most sacred part of a person's body. Women should
wear modest clothing, preferably a long skirt or loose-fitting
trousers. When visiting religious sites, shoes should be removed,
and shorts avoided. A traditional greeting in Cambodia is a bow,
bringing together the hands at chest level (similar to
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