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At a place that we were staying at I had a chance to interview the manager, Allan. I interviewed him on math so now I am going to tell you some of the answers he gave me. Allan said that he uses a pen and paper to help him with math and he double checks…… Continue reading My math interview with Allan by Charlotte

Hi this is Ruby here to tell you all about Koh Rong Samloem and how fun it is. So far I’ve had a lot of fun. There is tons of wildlife. I have seen maybe 100 fish and maybe five starfish and a hermit crab and some crabs. Here is some bad news -mosquitoes -…… Continue reading All about my visit to Koh Rong Samloem by Ruby

We have some serious jungle treks in our future – especially when we get to elephant camp and some of the national parks we will be visiting in Vietnam. We have done some city walking so far on this trip but it really doesn’t compare to what our experience will be like once we get…… Continue reading Our first Jungle trek – by drew

We had a blast swimming in the Ocean off Koh Rong Samloem. We snorkelled for an afternoon and saw many starfish and lots of other interesting stuff swimming around.  Although the snorkelling was fun, the highlight of our swimming on the island was the pier. Everyone jumped off it – including Arden – and although…… Continue reading The jetty – by drew

We did our homework every day of our trip to Koh Rong Samloem. From 9 AM until 11 AM the hotel bar (Think open air yurt) complete with cushions, rattan mats, and hammocks became our study hall. Watch for Charlotte’s upcoming post on her interview with Alan, the hotel manager.

Cambodia is a profoundly beautiful country. Amazing jungles. Exceptionally friendly people. A fantastic coastline with dazzling beaches. And some of the best fresh fruit I have ever enjoyed. It also has a growing economy with rules that seem to be quite flexible and enforcement that also seems to be quite flexible. Hour Drive from bottom…… Continue reading Cambodia’s garbage problem – by Drew 

The next leg of our journey began at 5 AM where we got in a taxi for the trip to Koh Rong Samloem. At the time I did not know that The journey would introduce me to my new favourite sandwich: tha Rattanak. Named after Mr. Rattanak, The owner of the very nice hotel that…… Continue reading Onwards from Battumbang 

Hello friends, family and other loved ones! After an amazing week beachside on the island of Koh Rong Samloem we have landed safely in Phnom Penh. Here are a few pictures from our boat ride back to the mainland. Arden: mommy I am getting so much air in my mouth! And when the ride over…… Continue reading Back by boat

Amazing last night in Battambang with Uncle Marty and Aunt Trish as we took in the Phare Circus. Incredible show With a Amazing human feats, lots of laughs and giggles, and more than a few ooo’s and ahhh’s! To all our friends and readers, thanks for following along with us as we travel. We will…… Continue reading Out with a Bang!

Just weeks before leaving on our world adventure, we discovered that we were going to be in Cambodia at the same time as my Uncle Marty Spencer. Those of you who know me well have heard me talk endlessly about my wonderful West-coast family – Marty and his three daughters; Nicole, Laura and Justine. All…… Continue reading Eye camp in Battambang