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Sat, Jan 30 2010

GIRARD’S BOAT WORKS

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“GRAY DOVE” 15 METER GAFF TOPS’L SCHOONER Under Construction at GIRARD’S BOAT WORKS SIHANOUK VILLE CAMBODIA Traditional hardwood construction : Sawn frame carvel plank, with ironwood trunnels....

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Mon, Aug 3 2009

The Aquarium, Coasters and Power Snorkeling

Also in: Places to Eat, Places to Stay, Things to do

Not quite sure how, but I seem to have missed the changes that have occurred down on Serendipity Beach, in particular what’s been happening at the ever popular Coasters Bungalows and Restaurant. Coasters...

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Wed, Jul 22 2009

Free eBooks by local writer

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Anyone that has visited Thailand and Cambodia cannot help but become in some way ‘attached’ to either or both countries. It’s impossible to be unmoved by the sights, smells and tastes...

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Fri, Jul 10 2009

Book Ship, MV Doulos, Arrives in Sihanoukville

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The Education Ship MVDOULOS arrived into the port of Sihanoukville today, 10th July, for it’s fifth visit to the town since 1987. At 95 year old vessel, only two years younger than the HMS Titanic,...

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Sun, Jun 21 2009

Latest news from the Golden Lion Plaza

Also in: Golden Lion Plaza, Sihanoukville Bars

Finally found the time to write something about the changes here in Golden Lion Plaza. As some of you will know, I’ve taken over the Kiss Bar (3rd Bar on the right) and have been here since the start...

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Tue, May 19 2009

Cambodian Driving Laws or the Lack Of

Also in: Travel

Having spent over a year and a half in Cambodia, much of which has been behind the handlebars of one motorbike or another, I feel it’s time to pass on a few thoughts and observations on Cambodian...

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Sat, May 9 2009

Sihanoukville Local Newspaper

It really is very surprising that a popular town like Sihanoukville doesn’t have its own Newspaper, instead it has to rely on whatever is posted in the Phnom Penh publications such as the Phnom Penh...

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Sat, May 9 2009

Bike Hire in Sihanoukville

For most people that visit town, it’s common to hire a scooter for the duration of their stay. There are a few things you should keep in mind though. Prices vary depending on the time of year, how...

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Tue, May 5 2009

Sihanoukville News and Gossip

Also in: Night Owl Reports

Quite a bit going on in town, despite the slow down due to the Rainy Season. Couple of good parties last week, both giving away Free Beer! Firstly, I thought i’d call down and see my mate Elvin from...

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Thu, Apr 30 2009

Taboo or not Taboo, that is the question

You wont find many websites that speak about the subject of Taxi Girls (freelance prostitutes) in an open way. Obviously there are the ‘men only’ sex tourism sites, but in general the only...

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