Ho Chi Minh City, April 4, 2010 -- Gathered in the lobby of the five-star Hotel Sofitel Saigon Plaza, we are soon headed to board La Marguerite. We will transfer by bus to the vessel. AMAWATERWAYS is … [Read more...] about Into the Mekong On La Marguerite
Orchids, Jasmine And A Warm Welcome To Ho Chi Minh City
One of the first things I noticed when checking in at the Sofitel Saigon Plaza was the smell of jasmine. I am a fan of the fragrant flower, partly because it smells so good and partly because, like … [Read more...] about Orchids, Jasmine And A Warm Welcome To Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast In Thai Air’s Royal Silk Lounge
Thai specialties including a Barbecue Pork Bun, fresh fruits and Western-style coffees and sodas. There's showers, spa, slumber room and much more. Makes traveling easy. … [Read more...] about Breakfast In Thai Air’s Royal Silk Lounge
Better Than Business Class? Certainly, A Better Value
My daughter and I slept comfortably in the roomy Economy Premium seats on Thai Air. I slept 12 hours; she slept 8. She appreciated the color scheme; I enjoyed the recline, comfortable pillows, … [Read more...] about Better Than Business Class? Certainly, A Better Value
For Those Who Want To Follow Along, Our Mekong River Cruise Itinerary
Our Mekong River Cruise spans eight days, plus two for the hotel nights we added on each end. Beginning Saturday morning (Vietnam time), I'll begin filing reports. We board La Marguerite on Sunday, … [Read more...] about For Those Who Want To Follow Along, Our Mekong River Cruise Itinerary
The Nuts & Bolts Of A Mekong Cruise: Visa, Airlines and Insurance
A Mekong River cruise begins with questions. How will I get there comfortably? Will I be able to rest on the plane? Are visas required? Shots? Do I need malaria prophylactics? What is the ship … [Read more...] about The Nuts & Bolts Of A Mekong Cruise: Visa, Airlines and Insurance