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Welcome to the Young Pioneer Tours Blog, the place where we we keep you informed about everything YPT, from current tours, to future tours and a whole lot of eclectic stuff in between.
YPT first started blogging in 2008 and are considered the best North Korean Travel blog that there is.
But, as Young Pioneer Tours have expanded our locations, so have we expanded our blog. Now we have one of the best travel blogs in the world!
And while most of our content is about the numerous destinations we go, including travel guides and what to pack, we also delve into more serious subjects such as the safety of certain destinations, as well as how LGTBQ+ friendly the places we visit are.
While the vast majority of our content is produced in-house, we are always on the look-out for guest bloggers and writers. Want to write for us? Then simply get in touch.
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Money in Equatorial Guinea How Does it Work?
11 March 2026 / by Gareth Johnson
Talking about money in Equatorial Guinea is not like talking about cash in London or Paris. It is a mix of colonial history, politics, survival, and daily life. If you are in Malabo, Bata, or a small village, you quickly learn that cash matters. Not ju …
Saiga Antepole – Central Asia’s Weird Animal
10 March 2026 / by Gareth Johnson
The saiga is the kind of animal that makes you do a double take. Technically an anteploe, it’s not sleek, it’s not elegant, and it certainly doesn’t look smart. Its defining feature is that oversized, droopy nose, which looks like evolution had a sense …
Animals of Central Asia
10 March 2026 / by Gareth Johnson
Central Asia comes across to many as a wasteland almost devoid of life, yet while some of that reputation might be understandable, there’s more to it. In fact the region is one of extremes, which of course includes natural beauty and wildlife. This mea …
The best of Nepalese Food
10 March 2026 / by Gareth Johnson
Nepalese food is the reason you should travel to Nepal even if you hate trekking. From the crowded streets of Kathmandu to the small villages perched on Himalayan ridges, the food is everywhere, bold, practical, and deeply rooted in culture. Nepalese c …
Apamea Syria – the 3000 Year Old Site You May Never Have Heard Of!
9 March 2026 / by Caitlin Graham
Apamea Syria is one of the most impressive Roman and Hellenistic sites in the world, however not many people know about the site, even many Syrians! On our group trips to Syria, we visit Apamea which is often completely empty or filled with sheep and l …
Federal Subjects and Provinces of Indonesia
7 March 2026 / by Gareth Johnson
Indonesia is often treated by outsiders as a single place. One big tropical country somewhere between Asia and Australia where people eat nasi goreng, dive with manta rays and take photos in Bali. In reality the place is an absolute geopolitical Franke …
Visiting Pedras Negras de Pungo Andongo – The Black Rocks of Angola
6 March 2026 / by Sara Costa
This striking landmark in Angola is a must-see site. Steeped in history, legends, and local folklore, it is as culturally significant as it is visually stunning. Let’s explore its formation, history, location, and a few practical tips to help you make …
Jubbah Archaeological Site – Why You Must Visit The Incredible UNESCO Site More Than 7,000 Years Old!
6 March 2026 / by Caitlin Graham
When traveling to Saudi Arabia, the center of the country is usually overlooked in favur of the Jeddah beaches, the modern utopia of Riyadh and the photographer’s dream in AlUla. However, there is a place overlooked near the small city of Ha’il – Jubba …
