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Dararith born in Prey Veng province, Dararith moved to Phnom Penh more than a decade ago to pursue his degree. He is the only male among five siblings, and the fourth child in his family.

Reflecting on his cycling journey, he recalls where it all started — a memorable encounter with a generous Canadian cyclist who inspired him to start biking from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap.

Dararith, who has a degree in mechanical engineering, has turned his love for travel into a remarkable part-time job.  Along the way, Dararith, known as Travel with Rith, has discovered his talent for photography and producing captivating content that promotes tourism in the countries he travels through. 

“Riding a bike is fantastic,” Dararith expressed with enthusiasm. “On the way, I met a lot of people and, even though it was slow, cycling made me happy. I encountered wonderful experiences and witnessed breathtaking scenery.” The bicycle he rode was a gift from the Canadian cyclist, which further fueled his love for cycling. This venture serves his purpose to contribute to society while capturing captivating content and photographs that promote Cambodia’s tourism industry. During an interview, Dararith expressed his passion for outdoor activities, including hiking, trekking, motorcycling, and cycling.

“I use my skills to promote tourism and my love for natural resources. My content combines these natural resources and tourism, especially in remote areas,” he said, adding that he hopes his content can inspire people to explore remote areas and appreciate the country’s natural beauty. When arriving at eco-tourism sites, Dararith communicates with tourism agencies to promote these areas. He believes this is a way to increase income for local communities and protect the environment. “When people love nature, they will protect it. My travel experiences allow me to contribute to this cause,” he explained.

Since 2017, Dararith has traveled extensively across Cambodia, gaining a deep understanding of the realities faced by its people, particularly children. As a developing country, Cambodia struggles with a lack of schools, hospitals, and access to medicine. Deeply moved by these challenges, Dararith is determined to make a difference. “I constantly think about how I can travel and contribute to these communities, especially in remote areas where basic amenities like schools and teachers are lacking,” he shared.

At the start of his venture, he didn’t yet have the resources, so he waited until he was ready. However, he shared, “One day I started a cycling project in Asia that I posted on social media platforms wanting to represent young Cambodians and promote tourism. At the same time, the hospital contacted me.”