RafflesAmrita Spa Just as the lotus blossom unfolds with the gentle caress of the sun and rain, our bodies blossom with nature's healing touch. At RafflesAmrita Spa, carefully selected treatments and therapies from around the world are heightened with traditional Khmer touches. Tune up your body in our Fitness Centre, perfect the art of Khmer dancing, arise with early morning meditation, or enjoy the graceful disciplines of yoga and t'ai chi in the outdoor RafflesAmrita Pavilion. After an exhilarating visit to the temples, tired muscles are tended to by the hands of our professional therapists or in our state-of-the-art hydrotherapy room. Exclusive private label RafflesAmrita Spa product line. Wide variety of spa treatments and services. Workout room with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Sauna, jacuzzi, steam rooms. 35-metre lap pool inspired by the ancient royal bathing pools of Angkor. Business Centre / Library and Map Room Borrow temple guides or see the old maps on the walls. Our Business Centre / Library contains a nostalgic display of Cambodian artefacts, as well as a modest library of books on the temples. Services available include: International phone calls. Small conference room (capacity of six people). 35-metre Lap Pool Inspired by the ancient royal bathing pools of Angkor, this elegantly designed pool is located in the inner gardens of the hotel and accessible only to guests of the hotel. Royal Crusade for Independence Gardens Take a stroll through our 60,000 square metres of landscaped gardens, enjoying more than 20,540 different species of tropical plants and listening to the calls of exotic birds. Eight Restaurants and Bars Four choices for dinner include the international buffet at Cafe d'Angkor, fine dining at Restaurant Le Grand, a delectable poolside barbecue at the Poolside Terrace or enjoy a Cambodian cultural show and Khmer buffet at the Performance House restaurant. 24-hour Room Service The hotel offers 24-hour in-room dining should you wish to stay out for a late-night walk in the extensive hotel gardens. Please look at our Wine Dine guide for your choice of delicacies. Airport Limousine Service Arrive in style with our chauffeured BMW limousine service. Please make your reservations in advance. Concierge Service Our helpful Concierge is available around the clock to organise temple tours and guides, provide flight reconfirmation services, shipping services and general information about happenings in Siem Reap. Shopping Area The hotel's three shops contain exclusive Raffles products as well as Cambodian arts and artefacts you won't find anywhere else in the world. Art Exhibition Area The linkway between the two wings of the hotel serves as an exhibition area for local and international artists to display their work. Each month the hotel features a different artist showcasing unique Angkor-inspired photographs or paintings for sale.

Hotel Siem Reap Events. Located in the heart of Siem Reap, Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor is only eight kilometres from the famed Angkor Wat, a destination unto itself. The hotel is within five minutes' drive of the main market centre and other town attractions and eight kilometres from Siem Reap International Airport. Siem Reap is a town about six kilometres south of the Angkor complex of temples. It is the closest area with lodgings to the dozens of temples that are scattered throughout a large expanse of jungle and fields to the north. The renewed interest in Angkor and the increased accessibility to the sites has spurred considerable development in Siem Reap town. However, this has not diminished its charm as one of the centres of Khmer culture and a place were one can still find old traditions upheld. Kingdom of Cambodia: Facts and Traveller Assistance. Area: 181,035 square kilometres. Capital: Phnom Penh (population more than 1,000,000). Total Population: 12,775,324 million. Ethnic Groups: Khmer 90%, Vietnamese 5%, Chinese 1%, Other 4%. Government: Multi-party democracy under a constitutional monarchy, established in September 1993. Independence Cambodia was granted independence from French colonial rule on 9th November 1953. Language The official language is Khmer, which is part of the Mon-Khmer family and has its origins in Sanskrit and Pali. Recently, English has been gaining in popularity especially with the younger generation. French is also widely spoken as a second language but mostly by the older generation, who had closer ties to French colonial rule. Religion The official religion is Theravada Buddhism, which is practised by 95% of the population. The remaining 5% is made up of mainly Muslim and Christian faiths. Climate The climate is tropical, and there are only two seasons: the summer or rainy season lasts from May to November and the winter or dry season lasts from December until April. There is little temperature variation year round; December is the coolest month, with temperatures around 28° to 32°C, and May is the hottest month, with temperatures sometimes above 40°C. In summer it rains frequently, though the rains usually do not last long. Mornings are usually clear, and in the afternoon it rains for one to three hours, clearing up again in the evening. Visas A visa, valid for 30 days, can be obtained on arrival at Siem Reap Airport. The cost is US$20 for a tourist visa and US$25 for a business visa. Two passport-sized photographs are required, and your passport must be valid for at least six months after your arrival date. Visas can be extended at the Immigration Department in Phnom Penh. Visas are also issued at Cambodian embassies or consulates in foreign countries; however, the validity is based on the issue date and not on the arrival date. Airport Taxes The international departure tax at Siem Reap Airport is US$25; the domestic departure tax is US$6. Customs Each person must complete an immigration form and a customs declaration form for submission upon arrival in Cambodia. Any amount of foreign currency can be brought into Cambodia, but the amount of local currency (Cambodian riel) must not exceed 100,000 riel per person (approximately US$26). Tourists and non-residents carrying more than US$10,000 in cash or its equivalent must declare it - otherwise you may run into problems if you wish to take the same amount out of the country. Currency The official currency in Cambodia is the Cambodian riel. The value against the US dollar fluctuates regularly. At present (8th December 2005) it is 4170 riel to the US dollar. Denominations are 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200, 100 and 50 riel. The most common denominations used are those with a value of less than US$1 dollar thus requiring the carrying of large quantities of paper currency. US dollars are widely used, and establishments catering to foreign tourists usually quote prices in US dollars. The riel is used often as the coinage for US dollars; hence, change of more than US$1 will be given in US and less than US$1 in riel. Foreign currencies can be easily changed into US dollars or Cambodian riel at most hotels, airports or markets. Tipping Tipping is not compulsory but is widely practised in hotels and restaurants in addition to the service charges shown on bills. As salaries in Cambodia are very low, tipping is greatly appreciated though not expected. Health It's hot, so drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration, but never drink tap water. Good quality bottled water is available everywhere. Wear light, breathable clothing to protect yourself against the sun and mosquitoes. Wear a hat and strong sunblock when sightseeing. Though there is no risk of malaria in Siem Reap, there is risk in the surrounding countryside. It is a good idea to use an insect repellent as protection against mosquitoes, especially at dawn and dusk when they are most active. Light-coloured clothing is also a deterrent for mosquitoes. No vaccinations are officially required for entry to Cambodia, but they are highly encouraged. Please consult a doctor for recommendations. It is wise to bring essential medications to Cambodia as there is no guarantee they will be available locally. Telephones As the infrastructure in Siem Reap is not tremendously well developed, mobile phones are widely used. Currently there are no pay phones in operation in Siem Reap; however, roadside stands offer mobile phone usage charged by the minute. Overseas calls are quite expensive in Siem Reap, and there is no access to phone companies such as ATT, which offers local numbers for international calling in a variety of different countries. Opening Hours Government offices are open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 11:30 am and from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm and closed on weekends and public holidays. There are no ATM machines in Siem Reap, and only a few places such as the major hotels accept credit cards and traveller's cheques. Even in the airport, visas and departure taxes must be paid for in cash. Photography Photographers should prepare for very bright conditions outside temples and dark, shadowy conditions inside temples. Both very low and very high ASA film is useful. Photography is forbidden in airports, railway stations and near any military installation. Also, one should use discretion when photographing people, particularly monks. Generally, the Cambodian people are accommodating when it comes to having their picture taken, but please ask first. Ministry of Tourism Cambodia Preah Monivong Boulevard Phnom Penh, Cambodia Tel: +855 23 213 911 Fax: +855 23 426 107, 23 217 503 E-mail: marketing@mot.gov.kh. Lonely Planet Travel Guide. The Siem Reap Angkor Visitors Guide

Fully equipped with the latest state-of-the-art exercise equipment and spa treatments, RafflesAmrita Spa is like no other in Cambodia. RafflesAmrita treatments combine the best of Western technologies and Eastern therapies to provide effective ways to achieve and maintain the ideal lifestyle. Facilities and services include a gymnasium, saunas, steam rooms, jacuzzis and private massage rooms. Spa treatments comprise body scrubs, aqua therapy, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy and thalassotherapy, as well as facials, slimming and toning treatments. Exercise Par Course A fully equipped exercise par course with ten stations and an exercise trail system are available to residents within the hotel grounds. Swimming Pools A 35-metre lap pool and a family fun pool provide a focus of activity for residents to enjoy the tropical ambience of the resort. Tennis Park The tennis park comprises two tennis courts, and a sheltered pavilion is conveniently located on site. Royal Crusade for Independence Gardens The hotel's 60,000 square metres of lush, landscaped gardens, comprising the Formal Garden, Lotus Garden, Temple Garden and River Garden, provide a magnificent frontage to the hotel.

 Guest rooms have air conditioning
 Baby chairs and cots are provided
 Luggage storage
 Breakfast may be served in the room
 Playground for children
 Clothes dry cleaning
 Credit cards accepted
 Currency exchange service
 Dinner may be served in the room
 Facsimile services
 Fitness hall
 Hairdryer
 Access to internet
 Ironing facilities
 Jacuzzi tub
 Laundry services/washing machine
 Licensed bar
 Fully stocked mini bar
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Around-the-clock recetpion
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Clock/radio
 Fridge
 Restaurant
 Around-the-clock room service
 Safe deposit box
 Sauna
 Shop on premises
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Animation, entertainment
 Swimming pool
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 Phones in rooms
 TV sets in rooms
 Tennis court
 Patio, summer terrace
 Common room with a TV set