Road to Recovery
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Siem Reap was profoundly affected by the pandemic, but “temple town” has regained its cultured image through vibrant artworks and events while new efforts are being channeled into boosting international tourism.
Jonathan Evans
Jonathan is a UK national who spent much of his younger life in London, but has lived and worked in four other countries: Italy, Singapore, Indonesia and Cambodia, where he is currently resident. Having spent 15 years in South-East Asia, he has journeyed across the region countless times, and since 2016 has researched numerous stories as a freelance travel writer. In his hometown of Siem Reap, he spends his time daydreaming in Angkor Archaeological Park, trying to take better photos and writing about life in Asia. He continues to marvel at the Khmer people’s culture, cuisine and relentlessly cheerful spirit.
Spirit Guide
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Siem Reap is in the process of reclaiming a cache as a cocktail destination with a mixology scene to rival bigger cities around Asia.
Cambodia with a Cause
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Siem Reap is replete with social enterprises that upskill and benefit disadvantaged people in the area without a regular income, especially women.
Tastes of Temple Town
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Siem Reap’s fine-dining scene is gathering momentum and offers an intriguing variety of Khmer and international flavors. Jonathan Evans savors some of the gastronomic highlights in Cambodia’s second city.
Temple Town Transformed
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Siem Reap experienced a major makeover during the pandemic. Cambodia-based writer Jonathan Evans recounts his first-ha¬nd experience watching the changes unfold
Temple of Luxury Reborn: Inside Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap
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Siem Reap’s Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor unveils a makeover that’s as contemporary as it is classy, setting the Cambodian hotel on course for its second century in style.
Silks Place Taroko, Gorge-ous by Design
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Taroko Gorge is one of Taiwan’s hottest hiking spots, and Silks Place Taroko is one of the few luxury options in this rugged Formosa landscape.