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Part 2 of our adventure sailing the magical MEKONG River on AMA Dara

ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
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👁️ 8K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 43:25
What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's been amazing and now we're going to go into the silver Pagoda which is you can't take photographs or videos in there

yesterday was possibly one of the most moving days ever wasn't it it was just we felt emotionally drained

we're loving every minute of it it's fantastic I'll never the the memories what we've seen honestly it's you've got to do it

the organization on here the food's been very good I wouldn't say it's top fine dining but it's very good dining

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring comfortable shoes for shore excursions
Bring good trainers for the trip
Call Six Star Cruises for booking and exclusive post-travel blog benefits

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Emotional impact of visiting historical sites like The Killing FieldsYou've got to witness it and realize that this can never happen again, out of respect to the locals
Physical demands of shore excursionsBring comfortable shoes and be prepared for early starts and active tours

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to sail on the Mekong River aboard AMA Dara?
QWhat cultural experiences are available on a Mekong River cruise?
QHow is the organization and service on AMA Waterways cruises?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconExcursions4½ Happy BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4½ Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Kampong Cham4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Oxcart Ride
Oken Hearty Village4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Elementary School Visit
Phnom Penh4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description

🌏✨ Welcome back to Part 2 of our unforgettable journey along the Mekong River aboard the stunning AMA Dara by AMA Waterways! 🚢 In this episode, we dive deeper into the vibrant local culture, exploring everything from exquisite silk shops to bustling markets. Join us as we continue our adventure sailing upstream from My Tho to Kampong Cham, where every stop unveils the mesmerizing magic of the Mekong! 🌿🏯 If you’re inspired to embark on your own river cruise adventure, reach out to Six Star Cruises (UK) at 0808 304 7402 and mention ‘ThePoshTravelBlog’ for personalized assistance! 📞💼 We’re here for you! If you have any questions about our experiences or want to learn more, connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that bell icon for more travel inspiration! Thank you for watching, and let’s continue exploring together! 🌟 #AMAWaterways #mekong