Cuc Bac Cafe (Vietnam’s Northernmost!)
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Updated 08/08/26 So, you have travelled to the northernmost province of Vietnam and now you are at the northernmost point of that northernmost province. Why not have a cup of coffee in…
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How to Get to Ba Be by Motorbike
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Updated 12/09/26 Ba Be is quite easy to fit into a northern Vietnam motorcycle trip because you do not have to arrive and leave on the same road. You can ride directly…
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How to Get to Cao Bang by Motorcycle: 7 Routes from Hanoi
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Updated 12/09/26 There is more than one good way to ride from Hanoi to Cao Bang. The fastest route can be completed in a long day, but riders with more time can…
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Happy Water in Vietnam: Rice Wine, Corn Wine & Ha Giang
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Updated 06/09/26 “Happy water” is the informal name travellers often use for Vietnam’s homemade rice or corn spirit. In Ha Giang, much of what visitors call rice wine is actually rượu ngô,…
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Hanoi Bridges by Motorcycle: Which One Should You Use?
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Updated 08/08/26 Choosing the right bridge can make leaving Hanoi by motorcycle much easier. The wrong crossing can add unnecessary traffic and awkward junctions before the trip has properly begun. The right…
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How to Get Out of Hanoi by Motorcycle – Best Routes
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Updated 06/09/26 Getting out of Hanoi is rarely the best part of a northern Vietnam motorcycle trip, but choosing the right exit can save time, reduce stress and put you onto much…
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Lung Cu Flag Tower (Famous Attraction)
Culture
Updated 20/08/26 A symbolic landmark set high above the mountains, this spot offers sweeping views, cultural significance, and a true sense of reaching the edge of the country. Lung Cu Flag Tower…
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Vietnam Countryside – 6 Things NOT to Do
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Updated 08/08/26 Exploring rural Vietnam is a rewarding experience, but small actions can have a lasting impact on local communities. A little awareness goes a long way in helping preserve both the…
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How to Get to Mu Cang Chai (3 Routes)
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Updated 05/09/26 Mu Cang Chai is one of the best motorcycle destinations in Northwest Vietnam, especially during the rice season. The ride is part of the experience, with mountain passes, quiet valleys…
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Vietnam Coracle: A Resource for Planning Your Ride
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Vietnam Coracle is an independent travel resource that can help you research destinations and routes in Vietnam.Use travel guides as a starting pointCheck when a guide was updated and compare its route…
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