Long Xuyen (Tiger Island).

We took a sampan to Tiger Island, disembarked and went for a walk through the village. For a small island, it has a large population - 21,000. I suspect it was very much like looking at the way things have looked and been done for a very long time.

The 'main street' is about two metres wide with houses on both sides. Some appeared to be just dwellings, others are businesses - timber mill, pot maker, mechanics… it was siesta time and most people were resting in the shade.

Everyone was very friendly and the children were often keen to high five, fist bump and say hello, hello.

It was extremely hot and humid. We might consider carefully what we undertake in the afternoons while we have the option of staying aboard our cruise ship.Read more