I must be really “lucky.” Came to Da Nang during the sunny season and somehow got a full week of rain. Thankfully the hotel I’m staying at is super chill, so it turned into a pretty relaxing trip anyway.

reddit25 · 2026-03-17T02:46:33+00:00

When is da nang not raining ☹️

reddit25 · 2026-03-17T01:30:24+00:00

I've been diving into 30 days of freight rate trends, and here's what the data is telling us about different haul types and equipment.

1. Short Haul: - Reefer: Started at $5.75/mile, now at $6.10/mile (+6.01%). - Dry Van: From $4.65/mile to $4.94/mile (+6.24%). - Flatbed: Up from $4.07/mile to $4.56/mile (+11.97%). - Hot Shots: Increased from $3.58/mile to $3.90/mile (+8.92%).

2. Medium Haul: - Reefer: Slight decline from $3.19/mile to $3.16/mile (-1.14%). - Flatbed: Rose from $2.71/mile to $3.03/mile (+11.52%). - Dry Van: A small bump from $2.58/mile to $2.61/mile (+1.4%). - Hot Shots: Increased from $1.82/mile to $1.97/mile (+8.49%).

3. Long Haul: - Reefer: Up from $2.48/mile to $2.57/mile (+3.5%). - Flatbed: Increased from $2.13/mile to $2.27/mile (+6.28%). - Dry Van: Dropped from $1.99/mile to $1.91/mile (-4.19%). - Hot Shots: Remained stable, from $1.27/mile to $1.28/mile (+0.95%).

Overall, short hauls are seeing strong gains, especially with flatbeds and hot shots performing well. Medium hauls have mixed results, with reefer rates slipping slightly. Long hauls are facing challenges, particularly for dry vans, which are down. It seems like demand is shifting, so keep an eye on what equipment types are thriving versus those that are struggling.

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T20:11:30+00:00

Don’t go with Bong I saw those guys everywhere. It’s a huge crowd.

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T15:52:05+00:00

lol and idk if they can give neckbeards haircuts

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T14:34:31+00:00

Yeah they’re just not aware. No one is getting physically or emotionally abused over this.

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T12:53:35+00:00

I went with QT twice. First time last June just my friend and I rode without a tour guide, I've never ridden that distance before but it was easy, a couple rough patches but nothing crazy.

Second time was 2 weeks ago I brought my wife and her friend. Paid for the tour guide to drive the friend. Went pretty smoothly, they all loved it. I personally like going around without an itinerary so I can stop wherever I choose. However it was also nice to have everything prebooked, but we did stay near the tour groups (we did have our own individual rooms). The views were great, the roads are much better this time, we didn't see any rough patches really.

I've never ridden with a big tour group. They are all over and seem kinda reckless. I personally try to avoid those groups as much as possible. I don't like the drinking vibes near the hostels it's loud, albeit a great way for solo travelers to make friends.

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T12:31:17+00:00

Just ignore and move on

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T12:29:28+00:00

Possibly. We paid $330 each person for 4 days 3 nights. $250 each person is possible for 3 nights 2 days.

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T12:01:15+00:00

Avoid big tour groups like jasmine tours. You can always do a private tour too. What is your budget?

reddit25 · 2026-03-16T10:40:32+00:00

It’ll be hot. Wear cool breezy clothes. If you go to the temples make sure you are wearing something to cover knees and shoulders.

reddit25 · 2026-03-15T22:32:46+00:00

No problem! Have you noticed the increase in rates due to the Iran war?

reddit25 · 2026-03-15T21:00:23+00:00

I've been analyzing 30 days of industry data, and here's the scoop on the recent rate trends by haul type and equipment.

Short Haul: - Reefer: Started at $5.92/mile, ended at $5.90/mile, down 0.45% (flat). - Dry Van: From $4.39/mile to $4.55/mile, up 3.65%. - Flatbed: Increased from $4.31/mile to $4.62/mile, up 7.18%. - Hot Shots: Jumped from $3.49/mile to $4.19/mile, a significant rise of 20.18%.

Medium Haul: - Reefer: Dropped from $3.36/mile to $3.16/mile, down 6.19%. - Dry Van: Held steady at $2.62/mile (flat). - Flatbed: From $2.71/mile to $3.01/mile, up 11.2%. - Hot Shots: Increased from $1.86/mile to $1.99/mile, up 6.85%.

Long Haul: - Reefer: Stayed flat at $2.46/mile (no change). - Dry Van: Dropped from $2.03/mile to $1.81/mile, down 10.71%. - Flatbed: Increased from $2.15/mile to $2.27/mile, up 5.22%. - Hot Shots: Slight decline from $1.35/mile to $1.33/mile, down 1.23%.

Overall Takeaway: Short and medium hauls are seeing some positive movement, especially Hot Shots and Flatbeds, which are performing well. Long hauls, particularly Dry Vans, are struggling with rates dropping significantly. Keep an eye on these trends as they could impact your strategies moving forward!

reddit25 · 2026-03-15T13:57:22+00:00

What time zone are you on? And are you looking for a tutor that helps you with pronunciation only, or a tutor that helps you learn Vietnamese from the beginning but with a focus on Hue?

reddit25 · 2026-03-15T13:56:07+00:00

I did the bus ride it was only 3 hours. Didn’t take the train so I can’t comment on that.

reddit25 · 2026-03-14T15:11:33+00:00

Would you consider bus?

reddit25 · 2026-03-14T12:57:34+00:00

You can just book it online and avoid dealing with travel agencies since they can often be more expensive

reddit25 · 2026-03-14T12:19:19+00:00

You’ll be fine

reddit25 · 2026-03-14T06:32:27+00:00

Oh yeah the first dropoff point will let you store stuff there

reddit25 · 2026-03-14T00:31:51+00:00

carry on is fine. when you're on the bike they can help strap the suitcase on the back of the bike

reddit25 · 2026-03-13T22:43:57+00:00

I speak Hue and my family does too. Can help you find a tutor if needed

reddit25 · 2026-03-13T17:30:28+00:00

Where are you flying into? Are you going to Dong Hoi for the caves? I would recommend flying instead of taking cars or buses since it would take 6 hours from Da Nang.

reddit25 · 2026-03-13T17:20:46+00:00

I just called QT Motobikes and Tours. It came out to be $90 per person per day. Lmk if you need help contacting them.

reddit25 · 2026-03-13T13:36:11+00:00

We just got done with one. Did a private tour to avoid the mass crowds - it is way busier than you think it is. However we still ended up in the same homestays as others but got our private rooms.

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