How to Book Travel on Royal Phnom Penh Airways

Admire the grace and elegance of the Royal Palace when visiting the Cambodia city of Phnom Penh. Built for King Norodom, royal families have occupied this opulent collection of architecture since the mid 1800s. Throne Hall is used for religious ceremonies and royal celebrations. The Silver Pagoda houses religious artifacts fashioned from gold, silver and gemstones. One of the best ways to discover these royal Cambodian treasures is to travel on Royal Phnom Penh Airways. Owned by the son of the King of Cambodia, this airline is royalty in of itself. Follow these steps to book your seat.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Credit card
• Valid Visa and passport
• Telephone with long distance service
• Computer withInternet access

Book Air Travel on Royal Phnom Penh Airways

1. Book your domestic air travel in Cambodia on Royal Phnom Penh Airways by contacting either the office in Phnom Penh at 011 (+855) (0)23 990 694, or the office in Siem Reap at 011 (+855) (0)63 964 654.
2. Don't be concerned if Royal Phnom Penh Airways has no aircraft for your selected route. They have a leasing program with other small fleet airlines and will coordinate proper air transportation for your flight.
3. Call the airline directly to determine whether your desired flight is still running. Royal Phnom Penh Airways suspended certain flight routes during the summer of 2004. Confirm their startups before making reservations.
4. Purchase your tickets at the Siem Reap or Phnom Penh airport office. Pay with cash or using a valid credit card.
5. Stop by the Royal Phnom Penh Airways office on Street 19, #209, in Siem Reap to book your air travel reservations. Pay with cash or a valid credit card.
6. Know that tickets for domestic flights within Cambodia on Royal Phnom Penh Airways vary from moderate to expensive depending on your destination and class of ticket.

Tips & Warnings

• It's not currently possible to book tickets online via the Royal Phnom Penh Airways Web site.
• You can purchase tickets in and out of Cambodia using an online booking service, where you'll also be able to view travel pictures and reviews.
• Avoid large crowds and political demonstrations during your travels. Don't voice any strong opinions on Cambodian politics in public.
• Firearms are commonly used to solve disputes in Phnom Penh. Avoid conflicts with the locals.
• Avoid areas in Phnom Penh after dark. You might have your bags snatched or be robbed at gunpoint.
• Don't stray off the main streets when visiting the rural areas of Cambodia. Active land mines are a grim reminder of past conflicts fought on Cambodian soil.

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