Food, Travel

Merchant River Cruise in Hoi An, Vietnam: Sunsets and Sustainable Dining along the Maritime Spice Route

Kirsten Harrington

Music from the bamboo xylophone lingered in my mind as I bit into the crunchy baguette spread with pâté, fresh mint, and basil. The Thu Bon River in Hoi An, Vietnam sailed past my table. It offered a glimpse of daily life as fishermen hauled in the day’s last catch, framed by the setting sun.

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Published by Kirsten Harrington

I travel the world looking for delicious eats and tantalizing stories. My work has appeared in print and digital publications including Outdoors, Travel Awaits, World Footprints, BahamasAir magazine, Book Cottages, Edible Orlando, The Beijinger and more. My passions are food and exploring nature. If I can combine the two, even better.