To renew tourism, Cambodia ends quarantine for fully vaccinated travelers

Friday, November 19, 2021

On Monday, Cambodia has become the latest country in Asia to bring an end to the stringent rule of quarantine and other travel measures for vaccinated arrivals, perking up hope for businesses in the pandemic-hit industry.

For all vaccinated travelers, the Southeast Asian country has simplified travel and entry restrains after 18 months, introducing similar steps from neighbouring Thailand and Indonesia’s Bali.

“This is a good decision because when more tourists return then I can sell more of my things and feed my children,” said 75-year-old Men Vanna, who owns a painting and souvenir shop.

“More tourists coming into the country the better for my business.”

Cambodia in 2020 welcomed 1.3 million arrivals from abroad, with tourism receipts of about $1 billion, according to government data. That compared to 6.6 million arrivals and $4.9 billion in 2019.

Also, for customers, restaurants were preparing hygiene measures.

“I am also preparing the safety measure here in front of my restaurant like alcohol spray, temperature checks,” said Heang Sarith, 42, mentioning that he was upgrading his menu at his pizza shop in expecting customer footfall.

International travellers know Cambodia best for the Angkor Wat temple complex in Siem Reap province.

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