Insights and Stories from Sapa and the Northern Borderbelt provinces of Vietnam.
Riding Vietnam’s Remote North-West: Lai Chau, Dien Bien Phu and Son La by Motorbike
Explore Vietnam’s remote north-west by motorbike, riding through Lai Chau, Dien Bien Phu and Son La where roads are quieter, terrain is more demanding, and travel moves at a different pace. This is a region shaped by distance and real riding conditions, offering an alternative to the crowded Ha Giang Loop for those seeking a more grounded and responsible journey.
Vietnam’s Hidden Tectonic Power: Faults, Fire and Rising Mountains
Northern Vietnam’s dramatic landscapes around Sapa and Mount Fansipan were shaped by the powerful Ailao Shan Red River Fault. This article explains how the fault formed, why hot springs exist in Lai Châu Province, and what geological risks the region faces today.
Riding the Backroads of Dien Bien Phu
Join us on a four-day motorbike journey through the quiet valleys and hidden trails of Dien Bien Phu. Along the way, we shared meals, stories and moments of connection with the land and its people.
A Smile Across the Mountains
In the misted highlands of Vietnam, two La Hù sisters spent sixteen years apart, their reunion arriving not in person but through a single photograph. This is a story of memory, resilience and love that travelled further than any road.
Across the River: A Border Story from Northern Vietnam
A chance meeting with a 68 year old woman near the Vietnam China border reveals how a simple fence can separate families and change daily life.