With so many amazing countries to explore in Southeast Asia, choosing between them can be hard. If you’ve narrowed it down to Thailand or Cambodia but are still sitting on the fence, I can help! I’ve explored both intensively over the last decade of backpacking and discovered the real pros and cons of each!
As you’d expect from neighbouring countries, Cambodia and Thailand are similar in so many ways. Through the eyes of a casual observer, both share similar cultures, landscapes and traditions but look a little deeper and the differences begin to shine through.
Historically, Thailand and Cambodia have had very different trajectories, each navigating colonialism, globalisation and tourism. These contrasting journeys have moulded the two nations into what they are today.
So, let’s take a deep dive into what it’s like to visit these two fascinating countries and whether Thailand or Cambodia is right for you!
