Why So Many Expats Don’t Last in Cambodia

A lot of people move to Cambodia searching for a fresh start, a cheaper lifestyle, or a new adventure… but not everyone ends up staying. In this video, we talk honestly about why some expats struggle to adapt to life in Cambodia, from money problems and loneliness to culture shock, instability, and unrealistic expectations. Over the past years living in Phnom Penh, we’ve met people from all walks of life — some building amazing lives here, and others whose situations changed very quickly. This isn’t about judging anyone. It’s about the reality of starting over in another country, and why long-term life abroad can be much harder than social media makes it look. We also share the story of Steve, an expat we recently met at a night market in Phnom Penh, who opened up to us about losing his job, struggling with alcohol, and trying to figure out what comes next. If you’ve ever thought about moving overseas, living abroad, or starting over somewhere new, this is a conversation worth having. If you enjoy real stories about life in Cambodia, travel, culture, and expat life, make sure to subscribe because the next few months are going to be huge for us — including our upcoming travels to Vietnam and China. #Cambodia #PhnomPenh #ExpatLife #LivingAbroad #CambodiaVlog #SoutheastAsia #TravelVlog #LifeInCambodia #DigitalNomad #TravelCouple