Snow in Vietnam!!

Ok, so I'm a week or so late, but recently there was a fair covering of snow in Vietnam!  In many places, this was the first snowfall in known history. Unfortunately it has also impacted crops on which much of Vietnam relies. It was particularly heavy in mountainous areas such as SaPa.

Snow in Vietnam!!

I'm pleased to say that since this news article things have warmed up enough for the country and crops to recover.  Temps in Hanoi currently seem to be approaching 10C and climbing each day.  By the end of the month when we arrive, it should be low-to-mid 20's which is perfect for motorcycling.

I also noticed this artlicle on the same website, about an enterprising chap who has started making bicycles out of bamboo!

With just 2.5 weeks to go now until we fly out, I'm starting to get itchy and really just keen to pack and get out there. I've started gathering my kit together, putting things aside that I'll need for the trip and will most likely start packing within the next week or so.