https://youtu.be/FsV7mG9AlokFriday afternoon in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, passengers from La Marguerite enjoyed ceremonial song and dance at the National Museum. The performance is part of a blessing … [Read more...] about On The Mekong: A Day In Photos In Phnom Penh, Cambodia
On The Mekong: Touring Tan Chau With Camera In Tow
Another fascinating day on the Mekong. La Marguerite overnighted in Tan Chau, 20 kilometers from Vietnam's border with Cambodia. The ship provided boat shuttle service into town last night, and about … [Read more...] about On The Mekong: Touring Tan Chau With Camera In Tow
On The Mekong: Mid-Trip Report, The Message, Go Now
Wednesday, April 7, 5:30 p.m. Cruising Into Tan Chau, Vietnam — The early-evening sun appears as a bright orange orb descending into the Mekong. La Marguerite slows its pace, sailing into Tan Chau, … [Read more...] about On The Mekong: Mid-Trip Report, The Message, Go Now
On The Mekong: Low-Water Deviation
Because of low water (in the Cambodian section of the Mekong), we are spending one day more in Vietnam than originally scheduled. In fact, this morning's tour to Xeo Quyt was not included in the … [Read more...] about On The Mekong: Low-Water Deviation
On The Mekong: Lotus Pond In Xeo Quyt
Today's included excursion was to Xeo Quyt, a one-hour bus transfer from Vinh Long, where we overnighted on La Marguerite. Former base for the resistance, Xeo Quyt is now part ecological park and part … [Read more...] about On The Mekong: Lotus Pond In Xeo Quyt
Market Mania On The Mekong
We are in Vinh Long for the bustling afternoon market. Again, a visually stunning boat ride and walk through the market, where all manner of aquatic life were being sold, as well as a lot of … [Read more...] about Market Mania On The Mekong