Cambodia; where people are happy just to be alive!

Hi, Im sorry that Im reacting this late, I hope it's not too late. I travelled myself from Ho Chi Mihn City in Vietnam to Phnom Pehn with a bus. There are two or three buscompanies offering direct buses between the two cities with the cost of about US$8 to $12. From Can Tho City I have no idea how you'd travel to Cambodia because I haven't been there. In Phnom Pehn there is an area, near a lake, called Boeng Kak, where you'll find most of the city's budget accomodation. There are many so you can go and find one. I didn't book in advance and I really don't know the name of the guesthouse where I've stayed anymore. Southeast Asia is definitely safe for women to travel alone, regardless your race. There is very little crime. The only thing tourists encounter is theft, pickpocketing etc but no assaults and so on. Note that in Cambodia people may stare a lot at you, especially in Siem Reap, because they're not used to see coloured people. They'll look a lot at you, but not negatively. Bye bye, have a great trip!!!