Dinner boat cruise!

Last weekend it was Jenny's birthday so I joined some friends on a dinner boat cruise.  The wooden-looking ship was lit with colourful decorations and lanterns with cozy lighting.  Shortly after boarding, we were given a welcome drink and then we set sail!  After a bit of song and dance entertainment from the ship's performers, they came around to give everyone a small keychain as a souvenir before the buffet dinner began.  The food was both western and Vietnamese.  It was really good!  I even got fresh spaghetti made to order.  The dessert table was awesome too - apple streudel, crepes, pastries, fruit, and many different kinds of mousse served in little cups.  During dinner, there were musicians and dancers performing, and a magician even came around to each table to do some cool tricks.  The boat sailed around the waterways of the city, and we had great views of the Saigon skyline.

The boat

The dinner boat cruise cost around 800,000 vnd (about $40) but I think it was worth it for the ambiance, food, and experience.  I'd recommend it for anyone visiting, or for people living here who want to experience the city from a different point of view.