Jasmine was established by Kunn, who gave himself the designation of Director. He must be filthy rich bcos he carries an iPhone 4. Mind you, iPhone 4 in Cambodia costs something like US$1,500. He's busy with his second branch just opposite the road and leaves it to his staff to manage the place. We could tell the boys and tuktuk drivers are quite scared of him.

Pick up from airport is free - it's actually a job opportunity for drivers to link up with passengers for trips to Angkor. Our driver agreed to send us to airport for US$1 but went against his word the next day. He explained that he's new and thought transport to airport was free as well. (In other words he's charging when he's not supposed.) "My boss said $3 (it's true we verified with another driver at Jasmine) but I tell you $1 yesterday so now $2 ok?" We thought about this small episode on his tuktuk and conclude that Jasmine is not just a lodge but a money sucking job agent in disguise. A portion of the tuktuk fare goes into Kunn's pocket. No wonder he can buy iPhone.

If you plan to stay here, don't arrange your transport here, ask around in town. Problems with drivers aside, I had a comfortable stay here. Not the best location (Taphul Village is a little far from town) but it's ok cos you can cycle to town for dinner. Free breakfast, free internet and there's cable tv too. Watching the last episode of Amazing Race 18 on AXN was shiok. We stayed 5 nights for just US$3.60 pp per night. Good deal. Thanks Footprint!