(I will leave this space to allow for a more detailed account of how we got here when I have the time.)It was dark when we got to our hotel. We had reserved in Canada so we knew, they knew, we were coming. We must have checked in at around 6:45 or so. First things first: a shower. We then walked around looking for something to eat for dinner.
I think I’m going to like Siem Reap. It seems a perfect size, at least this part. There are sufficient numbers of tourists to have a thriving restaurant and bar area. Lots of folks can throw down $6 for dinner and get a rather upscale meal. We’ll do that tomorrow. Tonight we bought from street vendors. We spent $3.50 in total only because I got a can of Anchor beer. People bring in US dollars as they are the main form of currency. There is also local currency called a riel. At the present time the unofficial exchange rate is 4000 to a buck. Stores and restaurants price in dollars but will accept riel.
We didn’t venture too far and will be in bed by ten. A little tired, yes.