Cambodia has been named the fourth-best country in the world for 2026 in the annual Readers’ Choice Awards by US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.

The nation achieved a score of 93.57, securing the highest position among South-east Asian destinations. Japan topped the global list with 95.52 points, followed by Italy and Ireland. Other regional countries included Vietnam in 10th place, Thailand in 12th, and Singapore in 18th.

In a separate category, the capital city of Phnom Penh was voted the world’s third-best big city, climbing seven places from 10th in 2025.

The magazine highlighted the city’s riverside charm, royal heritage, and growing culinary scene, placing Phnom Penh ahead of major global hubs including Sydney, Paris, and Singapore. AKP