Despite the news about the recent dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, we've decided to go to Preah Vihear on 8th May 2012 . A 3 hours drive from Siem Reap later, we were amazed by the beauty of the temple and the site. We spent the morning there from 8 to 11AM, enjoying alternative fog clouds and strong sun with blue sky: magnifique !
There's still a military pesence but you don't feel any stress about it.

We use the services of Narin (angkornarin@yahoo.com) who's been driving us very safely to the temple. Narin is very experienced about Preah Vihear and has really taken a good care of us. He's an excellent guide.

I recently achieved a lifetime milestone event thanks to a extraordinary Khmer tour guide named Narin, who enabled me to visit four exceptional Khmer temples well outside Siem Reap, the location of the spectacular Angkor Wat. Many Westerners do not realize the Khmer Empire built large, stone temples throughout a 77 sq. mile region over a period of six centuries. A special jewel amongst these temples is Preah Vihear, which commands a spectacular view on the edge of an 1,800 ft. precipice that overlooks the Cambodian plain. Until recently, this temple has been a battleground between Thailand and Cambodia; however, the International Court of Justice determined it legally belongs to Cambodia. The temple is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit it and you will see why. It took me six years to return to Siem Reap, and I read about Narin in this forum. I contacted him, told him in detail what I wanted to do. He made absolutely everything happen, and offered invaluable advice that resulted in the most enjoyable tour I have ever experienced. Narin managed all logistics, food, drink, and lodging near Preah Vihear. Importantly, he is an expert on Khmer civilization. He is tireless and has an unmatched cheerful disposition, speaks excellent English, and goes above and beyond in ensuring your comfort and safety in all regards. He is always punctual, and as we rolled out of my hotel on a journey (new 4-wheel drive Toyota) at 5:00 a.m., he hands me fresh, warm French baguettes. In sum, he is a man of absolute integrity, and he will do absolutely everything to ensure your vacation investment is completely realized. When I visited Preah Vihear, I stipulated that I wanted my camera on a tripod ready for the morning sun’s gold hour. Narin made that happen. When I take my wife on the next trip to visits these temples, Narin will be our tour guide. He’s outstanding! His email is: angkornarin@yahoo.com