Mekong

Childred playing in the river

The river cruise that made these travel experts “converts for life”

Flight Centre marketing managers Ashleigh Conwell and Danielle Luck recall the Mekong trip that made them cruise converts for life.

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Jan 24 2024
Asia's Mekong

Asia’s Mekong springs back to life: Find out who is sailing

The Mekong River has captured many travellers with its unique charm and significant role in Southeast Asia’s history. 

WORDS BY Bernadette Chua . Feb 21 2022
Heritage Line Mekong Jayavarman Ship

Dams threaten Asia’s most successful river cruise destination

Four years ago in the beautiful world heritage town of Luang Prabang, Laos, I stood at the top of a hill and looked down at the mighty Mekong. It was a trickle.

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . Jan 14 2020
Ama

Is this the Mekong’s most luxurious ship ever?

The Mekong River, spanning stunning Cambodia and Vietnam has never looked more enticing, thanks to APT’s newest luxury river ship the AmaMekong. The RV AmaMekong launches with four exciting new itineraries – offering luxury experiences […]

WORDS BY Rose Kelly . Oct 29 2019
Avalon Waterways Mekong

Up to 63% off off Stunning Asian cruises – but only until the end of May

There has never been a better time to cruise the Southeast Asian waterways, with their amazing food, friendly people and stunning cultural icons. Avalon Waterways is offering savings of up to 63 per cent on […]

WORDS BY Peter Lynch . May 8 2019
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5 Mekong experiences not to miss

The mighty Mekong River is a trans-boundary river, flowing through Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, China and Myanmar. Winding through some of the world’s most fertile land, along its banks, human life is connected to the […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Dec 12 2018
New intimate luxury on the Mekong

New intimate luxury on the Mekong

It’s river ship sailing – but not as we know it. Gypsy, an ultra-exclusive two-cabin river cruiser by Mekong Kingdoms, has just completed her maiden voyage between Luang Prabang and Thailand’s Golden Triangle. The Gypsy […]

WORDS BY Sally Macmillan . Jun 13 2018
First look inside Scenic Spirit
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First look inside Scenic Spirit

The brand new Scenic Spirit has taken its maiden voyage on the Mekong River. The 34-suite luxury vessel has the largest suites on the river and a host of plush extras like a swimming pool, […]

WORDS BY Cruise Passenger . Feb 4 2016