Against all trends, Cambodia still attracts large numbers of Tourist in July

[ASEAN NOW News]

 

The white sand and sparkling water of Cambodian beaches still remains a tourist’s favourite. 

 

According to local media reports, Cambodia remarkably seems to be bucking the trend around its neighbours as it hosted more than 70,000 international tourists on the first weekend in July.

 

Even though the country was experencing a raging pandemic, fear of infections, and closed locations, Cambodia still managed to attract tourists, both international and domestic, with a promise of good fun in the country’s varied attractions.

 

The Minister of Tourism, Thong Khon, said that during the first 2 days of the first weekend of July, a total of 73,797 international tourists and 1,116 domestic tourists, enjoyed the sunny beaches, forested mountains, picturesque temples, and bustling cities, among other attractions, of Cambodia.

 

The main tourist destinations included the busy capital of Phnom Penh with its vibrant street life and culture saw more than 15,808 visitors.

 

Kampot province and its wildlife sanctuaries received 11,207 tourists, and Battambang attracted 9,536 tourists with a promise of a glimpse of its stately, ancient temples.

 

Sihanoukville played host to 7,911 tourist and provided an experience of its famous sandy beaches, Kampong Speu had 5,700 tourists visit its hot springs and wildlife sanctuary among other attractions, and Kandal received 5,282 tourists explore its provincial wonders.

 

These were just some of the provinces visited by curious tourist looking to take a break and enjoy the wonders of the country.

 

Despite the seemingly large numbers, of tourists, the amount of tourist is about 17.87% decrease from the week prior to July’s first weekend, and about 60.11% decrease compared to the same period of last year.

 

The slight dip in tourism is due to the various tightening of administrative measures in Covid-19 prevention implemented by the government as the nation tries to contain the spread of the virus.

 

The suspension of various tourist attraction and activities also play a role in the decline. Coastal destinations and eco-tourism spots still see several tourists and remains a favoured destination for domestic tourists.