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Phnom Penh, March 17, 2022 – Great news for everyone looking to explore the Kingdom of Wonder: Cambodia has now fully opened its borders to all vaccinated travelers. The change is effective immediately and contains three main updates: Travelers are no longer required to present a negative PCR test upon arrival. Travelers are also no longer required to present negative rapid test results. Visa on arrival is now again available to all international travelers traveling by air, land, or water. Travelers need to be fully vaccinated and present a certificate of vaccination for the above conditions to apply. Unvaccinated travelers would be required to quarantine for 14 days. With three Mad Monkey hostels open and in full swing in Cambodia, the time is now to book your tickets and book your stay at Mad Monkey.
Hostelworld, one of the largest online travel agencies in the accommodation business, hosted its annual conference this year from February 26-28 in Dublin, Ireland. Thousands of business owners flocked from around the world to this buzzing capital to see what the buzz was in hostels — and we surely received an informational and inspirational earful. The conference featured a number of seminars presented by Hostelworld professionals and other presenters aimed to aid those of us in the business. From introducing new technology that could eliminate reception desks (you read that right) to workshops on how to tailor marketing strategies for 2020, all participants left with plenty of knowledge to kick-start a successful year. Arguably the most moving of seminars was the segment, “Building a Better World.” It’s become clear that customers are passionate about the community, the environment, and other similar issues. Travelers and consumers want to support both sustainable and ethical brands, and Mad Monkey is so honored to announce that we were asked to present our CSR business model to the Hostelworld community. “What started as a basic hostel in the heart of Cambodia’s capital some nine years ago has become one of the largest hostel chains in the world, equipped with onsite restaurants, tours, and more—but with this enormous growth comes great responsibility—to the Mad Monkey team, our investors, and customers,” said Kelly Iverson, the comprehensive marketing manager of Mad Monkey. “That’s where CSR comes in.” Iverson went on to explain how Mad Monkey’s CSR (corporate social responsibility) business model has helped guide the company to be socially accountable in all aspects of its existence in all 13 and counting properties. From phasing out single-use plastic in 2020 to hosting weekly beach cleanup in all of our hostels found anywhere near a coastline, CSR aligns with Mad Monkey’s values and not only betters the communities but also betters a customers’ experience. According to Hostelworld’s Hostel Traveler Study and Hostel Operator Survey conducted in 2019, customers want to volunteer in things like community activities. If these aren’t organized by the actual hostels, it is estimated that some 69% of customers are organizing these community efforts themselves. This just goes to show that adopting a CSR business model in addition to sustainable business efforts is the way of the future for accommodation options in 2020.
Is your Instagram feed a bit lackluster lately? Do you need some epic new snapshots to gain new followers and make your feed a more memorable one? Then look no further than venturing to Cebu City in the Philippines. This city has it all – from lookout points to temples to stunning beaches and more, this city will surely provide you with plenty of Instagram-worthy opportunities to get your feed looking fierce. Here are the top nine most Instagram-worthy destinations in Cebu City!
Hostelworld, one of the largest online travel agencies in the accommodation business, hosted its annual conference this year from February 26-28 in Dublin, Ireland. Thousands of business owners flocked from around the world to this buzzing capital to see what the buzz was in hostels — and we surely received an informational and inspirational earful. The conference featured a number of seminars presented by Hostelworld professionals and other presenters aimed to aid those of us in the business. From introducing new technology that could eliminate reception desks (you read that right) to workshops on how to tailor marketing strategies for 2020, all participants left with plenty of knowledge to kick-start a successful year. Arguably the most moving of seminars was the segment, “Building a Better World.” It’s become clear that customers are passionate about the community, the environment, and other similar issues. Travelers and consumers want to support both sustainable and ethical brands, and Mad Monkey is so honored to announce that we were asked to present our CSR business model to the Hostelworld community. “What started as a basic hostel in the heart of Cambodia’s capital some nine years ago has become one of the largest hostel chains in the world, equipped with onsite restaurants, tours, and more—but with this enormous growth comes great responsibility—to the Mad Monkey team, our investors, and customers,” said Kelly Iverson, the comprehensive marketing manager of Mad Monkey. “That’s where CSR comes in.” Iverson went on to explain how Mad Monkey’s CSR (corporate social responsibility) business model has helped guide the company to be socially accountable in all aspects of its existence in all 13 and counting properties. From phasing out single-use plastic in 2020 to hosting weekly beach cleanup in all of our hostels found anywhere near a coastline, CSR aligns with Mad Monkey’s values and not only betters the communities but also betters a customers’ experience. According to Hostelworld’s Hostel Traveler Study and Hostel Operator Survey conducted in 2019, customers want to volunteer in things like community activities. If these aren’t organized by the actual hostels, it is estimated that some 69% of customers are organizing these community efforts themselves. This just goes to show that adopting a CSR business model in addition to sustainable business efforts is the way of the future for accommodation options in 2020.
