Koh Rong Samloem, Cambodia

Just south of the Island of Koh Rong, its tiny cousin, Koh Rong Samloen, sits quietly, immune to the development of the mainland and unable to fit into many travelers' itineraries. Koh Rong Samloem was nothing shy of perfection. Virtually uninhabited, remote and hidden beaches pop up on all sides of the island. An hour trek through the jungle, filled with exotic birds and canopy critters, popped Jana and I out on our own neglected beach. It is hard to really articulate the degree to which Koh Rong Samloem is off the beaten path. Then again, if it was easy to convey the majesty of having an island to yourself, more people would do it.Read more