3 hours ago, Keithambrose said:

Emirates fly Bangkok to Siem Reap? What do they fly, an A380?

not yet, but neither BD (Barn's Door ) as thaiophilus pointed out

1 hour ago, thaiophilus said:

A 777, apparently.

https://www.emirates.com/english/destinations/sai/bkk/flights-from-siem-reap-to-bangkok/

thank you

not apparently but surely.

In January when we got stuck overnight in Phom Penh due to aircraft malfunction few people from our flight worried about losing connection from Bangkok next day actually booked out flight to Siem Reap and on Emirates to Bangkok from there . It's how I learned about that option.

9 hours ago, thaiophilus said:

A 777, apparently.

https://www.emirates.com/english/destinations/sai/bkk/flights-from-siem-reap-to-bangkok/

Interesting, I see it flies 3 or 4 times a week.

Well, in less than 24 hours I will be in the air from Denver to SF and beginning my next adventure.  I have just a couple of last minute errands to run this morning and then need to finish packing.  Unfortunately, it does not seem like the last bit of work on the fence project is going to be completed by the time I arrive.  This does not surprise me.  Weather has been a big factor as they have received a lot of rain this week so work has been difficult to complete.  They even hired an extra person a couple of days this week to help.  I asked Cam how much they pay the extra help hourly and he said in Cambodia they pay by the day, not hourly, and for construction like this it depends on their experience.  The helper is a friend of his who is currently unemployed and has no construction experience, so they pay him $10 USD per day.  I must admit I was a little taken aback by such a small amount, but was careful not to criticize or say anything other than to simply acknowledge what Cam said.  He said for someone that has experience, knows what they are doing and needed minimal instruction or supervision they would pay $15 USD daily.  Compare that to general labor construction workers in the US who probably make around $30 USD PER HOUR!   As I said, I made no comment and showed no reaction being careful not to offend Cam or his brother (yes, we were on video chat).  The friend was happy to have an opportunity to work and was happy with the pay.  I know Cam is feeling a little pressure to finish as much of the project as possible before heading to Siem Reap to meet me on Sunday.  He also has a good heart and was trying to help out his friend.  Who am I to judge.  It is not my place to question.  I am just excited to begin the journey and reunite with Cam.  The last few weeks have not gone by fast enough for me.  My posts will most likely be few and far between for the next week or so.  Cam is already making plans of all the things he wants to show me in and around Siem Reap before we continue the adventure in Battambang.  It sounds like the first week in Cambodia will be a busy one.

Wishing you a safe and stress free journey, so that when you re-embrace Cam again he can feel your love and excitement for this new chapter in your life. 😘

All the best 🤩

2 hours ago, jimmie50 said:

Well, in less than 24 hours I will be in the air

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The helper is a friend of his who is currently unemployed and has no construction experience, so they pay him $10 USD per day.  I must admit I was a little taken aback by such a small amount, but was careful not to criticize or say anything

Enjoy your flight (s),

as for pay, you were wise to keep quiet as obviously they know reality on the ground there and what day's pay is fair . In rural Cambodia 10 USD goes much , much further than in downtown Denver.

1 hour ago, vinapu said:

much further than in downtown Denver.

1 beer from what I saw 😳

I'm going back to emojis, I just noticed the new interface has more options 🧐

I sincerely hope everything will work out for you and Cam @jimmie50 but if it doesn't, remember it's never too early to cut your losses and go back to Denver and regain some perspective before deciding on your next move. Good luck and safe travels!