Our county health dept recommends we check to see if mosquito netting is provided in the hotel (FCC Cambodia) &, if it isn't, bring our own. We will be taking malaria pills + using DEET repellant. I can chk w/FCC to see abt the netting. Just wondered if this is overkill or prudent.

You do not need mosquito netting if you are staying an an air-conditioned room. (and you keep the windows closed at night!) I'm sure the FCC is air conditioned.

If you were staying someplace that did not have AC, then a mosquito net would be wise.

Thanks, Kathie. Your posts have been very helpful to us as we plan this trip.

You're welcome. Have a wonderful trip!

I stayed in FCC three months ago, and I don't think you need to bring a mosquito net. However, there were a few mosquito fried into my room when I open the door. This will happen no matter where you stay.

Sorry. Typo in my last message

We were in Siem Reap in December and did not see very many mosquitoes. It probably depends on the time of year that you are going, however. If you wear DEET + long sleeves and long pants outdoors at dawn/dusk (when visiting temples for sunrise or sunset) and then keep your A/C on and windows shut in your room you should be fine without netting for your bed.

Because of the heat, I hadn't thought of long sleeves, but it makes sense. The doctor recommended at least 30% DEET for personal use + a spray for fabrics that has DEET. She said to spray clothing before wearing and let it dry - another level of protection.
Thanks for all the good advice.

Just FYI, there are several travel clothing companies that now make clothing that is impregnated with anti-insect agents already (this is a lot easier than spraying your own clothing -- we've done this too). Ex-officio has a line called "Bug Off" that you can find in stores or order online. Might be worth investing in a treated long-sleeve shirt and a pair of pants for the mornings/evenings.

Oops -- the line is called "Buzz Off" not "Bug Off"