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Cambodia Records 2.16 Million Pchum Ben Holiday Trips as Domestic Demand Dominates

Oct 14, 2026 Kavita No Comment 10 Views

Cambodia recorded approximately 2.16 million tourism trips during the three-day Pchum Ben holiday from October 10–12, 2026, up 0.8% from the equivalent holiday period last year. The Ministry of Tourism’s figures included 24,343 foreign visitors.

Siem Reap led provincial visitor totals with 256,715, followed by Kampot with 224,860 and Preah Sihanouk with 195,994. The results highlight the importance of domestic holiday demand and show that tourism activity extends beyond the country’s best-known temple gateway. These holiday figures should not be treated as annual inbound arrivals or counts of unique international tourists.

B2B impact: Operators should account for domestic demand when reserving accommodation and transport around major Khmer holidays. The strength of coastal and regional destinations also creates opportunities for packages aimed at Cambodian residents. International sellers can use the calendar to anticipate busier periods and build cultural experiences into itineraries.

Source check: Government tourism figures.

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