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
Making Our Way To The Mekong
On April 1, my 14-year-old daughter joins me in Los Angeles for the long flight to Ho Chi Minh City. We're going on a Mekong River Cruise, from Vietnam to Cambodia. Looking at the airline ticket is … [Read more...] about Making Our Way To The Mekong