Luxury afloat

Mekong River

Jacada Travel launched a five-star “floating hotel,” Aqua Mekong, in September. The boat travels through Cambodia and Vietnam along the Mekong, one of the longest rivers in Asia. It features 20 suites, a plunge pool and two spa treatment rooms. Guests get to soak up the local culture in style and dine on regional delicacies prepared by executive chef David Thompson. Guided expeditions through the jungle or into local villages are available. One of the highlights is Vietnam’s Tra Su Cajuput Forest, which boasts 70 species of exotic birds. jacadatravel.com