Built to sustain seven million passengers a year, but running only at about 50,000, hopefully it’s a case of build it and they will come.
Cathedral ceilings and copious glass provide natural light reflected in the shiny floors which are constantly being cleaned by staff.What a difference 17 years makes. It’s been almost two decades since I landed at Siem Reap’s old airport, located about 8 kilometres along a dusty Tuk Tuk ride from the city centre. The new airport, built by Chinese investors for a reported $US1.1 billion and opened mid-October last year, is around 55 kilometres from town on a spanking new highway .
The shiny, happy feeling continues through immigration and security which is seamless and just around the corner from check-in.Those seeking even more peace and quiet can pay $US35 for up to four hours to enter the Angkor Lounge which includes food, alcohol , newspapers and magazines. Outside there’s a Burger King, Dim Sum Emperors, Crushly Passionnement Food and even a Coffee Club, indicating just how things have changed in this country in recent times.
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