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What Not to Wear on the Ha Giang Loop: Dressing Respectfully in North Vietnam
Let’s talk about how to dress smart, stay comfortable, and travel with respect on the Ha Giang Loop.
Faye Hilling
Oct 17, 20258 min read


Ha Giang Flooding Update 2025: What Really Happened, What’s Fixed, and What Travellers Need to Know Now
Ha Giang Flooding Update 2025: what happened, current road conditions, and whether it’s safe to ride the Ha Giang Loop now.
Faye Hilling
Oct 13, 20257 min read


Is the Ha Giang Loop Too Touristy in 2025? What Backpackers Should Really Know
Is the Ha Giang Loop too touristy in 2025? A realistic look at crowds, routes, and how backpackers can still experience Ha Giang authentically.
Faye Hilling
Oct 6, 20259 min read


Ha Giang Loop Weather in Autumn: How Cold is it Really in 2025?
Here’s your ultimate guide to what it’s really like tackling the Ha Giang Loop in autumn 2025.
Faye Hilling
Oct 3, 20257 min read


Shorts vs. Long Pants? What to Wear on the Ha Giang Loop
Wondering what to wear on the Ha Giang Loop? From shorts vs. long pants to the risks of sunburn, road rash, and weather woes, here's our breakdown.
Faye Hilling
Sep 26, 20258 min read


Ha Giang Loop vs. Cao Bang Loop: Which Loop Tour is Right for You? (And Why You Don’t Actually Have to Choose)
Discover the differences between the Ha Giang Loop vs. Cao Bang Loop to help you decide which loop is right for you!
Faye Hilling
Sep 22, 20259 min read


When is the Best Time to Do the Ha Giang Loop? A Guide from Someone Who's Done It All Year Round
Here's a month-by-month breakdown with weather tips, road conditions, and local festivals on the best time to do the Ha Giang Loop.
Faye Hilling
Sep 8, 20259 min read


Where Do I Store My Backpack Before the Ha Giang Loop? (Plus 18 Pre-Loop Planning Tips You Didn't Know You Needed)
Wondering what to do before the Ha Giang Loop? From bag storage to bike prep, this guide has everything you need to plan your epic motorbike trip.
Faye Hilling
Sep 5, 202510 min read


The Best Rice Terraces to See in North Vietnam During Harvest Season (2025 Edition)
If you’re traveling in 2025 and wondering where to see the best rice terraces in Vietnam, buckle up—we’ve laid it all out for you.
Faye Hilling
Aug 29, 20257 min read


Best Waterfalls on the Ha Giang Loop (2025): 10 Spots to Cool Off in the August Heat
Here’s everything you need to know about visiting the best waterfalls on the Ha Giang Loop.
Faye Hilling
Aug 25, 20259 min read


What It’s Really Like to Disconnect on the Bong Hostel Secret Tour (And Why You Totally Should!)
Welcome to the Secret Tour life. Here’s why disconnecting might be the most connected you’ve ever felt.
Faye Hilling
Aug 22, 20256 min read


Ha Giang Loop Weather in August: What It’s Really Like in 2025
Wondering what the Ha Giang Loop weather in August is really like? We got you!
Faye Hilling
Jul 28, 20255 min read


Why Doing the Ha Giang Loop with an Ethnic Minority Guide is the Ultimate Experience
Discover what it’s really like to explore the Ha Giang Loop with an ethnic minority guide.
Faye Hilling
Jul 21, 20258 min read


The Ha Giang Loop and Beyond: What is the Bong Hostel Secret Tour?
Here's your chance to uncover (kind of) what the Bong Hostel Secret Tour is all about!
Faye Hilling
Jul 14, 20257 min read


How to Self-Ride the Ha Giang Loop in the Rain: 20+ Tips to Keep You Safe in Rainy Season 2025
Here's everything you need to know to ride in the rain on the Ha Giang Loop safely in 2025.
Faye Hilling
Jul 11, 20259 min read


Am I Too Heavy or Too Tall to Ride with an Easy Rider on the Ha Giang Loop?
If you think you might be too heavy or too tall to ride with an Easy Rider on the Ha Giang Loop, you're not alone. But here's why you shouldn't worry.
Faye Hilling
Jul 7, 20257 min read


What to Pack for the Ha Giang Loop in Rainy Season: 15+ Must-Haves (June to Sept)
Wondering what to pack for the Ha Giang Loop during rainy season? Here's everything you need to know!
Faye Hilling
Jun 30, 20256 min read


What License Do I Need to Ride the Ha Giang Loop in 2025?
Wondering what license you need to ride the Ha Giang Loop in 2025? Learn about Vietnam’s updated motorbike laws here.
Faye Hilling
Jun 27, 202511 min read


Life After the Ha Giang Loop: Overcoming Post-Loop Depression with Bong Hostel
Just finished the Ha Giang Loop and feeling lost? Discover how Bong Hostel helps travelers bounce back from Post-Loop Depression.
Faye Hilling
Jun 23, 20257 min read


12 Best Photo Spots on the Ha Giang Loop (With Map Pins and 15+ Photography Tips)
Complete with more than 15 useful photography tips, here are our 12 top picks to take pics... on the Ha Giang Loop.
Faye Hilling
Jun 16, 202511 min read
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