Mekong Delta Ctuise (May 15) After two nights in Ho Chi Minh City, we headed out for an overnight side trip to the Mekong Delta, which is south of the city and the main source of rice for what used to be known as South Vietnam. The Mekong Eyes: The 15 cabin boat is a replica of a traditional rice barge. The main dining room Paul and I shared a table for four with a very nice Australian couple. The guests were a friendly crowd, all English speakers from Australia, New Zealand and the United States. Brunch on the top deck Sampan stores ply the river Floating market selling Jack fruit, Durian, Dragon fruit and other exotic fruits most of which taste really awful Home Sweet Home (for someone) on the Mekong What a great way to stay in shape! These lovely ladies took us on a sampan ride through narrow canals. Our cruise ended at midday in Cai Be and after lunch we headed back to Ho Chi Minh City and the Signature Hotel. |