GETTING THERE

Isabel was a guest of G Adventures on its 10-day Mekong River

Encompassed itinerary, priced from €1,849pp, including 7 nights on board Toum Tiou II and two nights in hotels with most meals, transportation, a chief experience officer and local guides. The trip can be taken in reverse or in smaller segments. Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh (from €879pp) and Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (from

€799pp) excluding flights. Contact G Adventures on 01-697-1360 or see your local ITAA travel agent, also visit www.gadventures.com Isabel flew Thai Airways

International business class return from London Heathrow. THAI flies twice daily to Bangkok from London Heathrow. Return flights to Phnom Penh from €774. Check out www.thaiairways.com (+44-330400-4022) for latest deals.