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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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Alcohol in Bhutan: A Cultural & Craft Beverage Guide
4 August 2025 / by Yvonne Lin
Bhutan may be renowned for its Gross National Happiness and deep-rooted spirituality, but it also boasts a quietly flourishing alcohol scene. From centuries-old traditional brews like Ara to modern craft beers, small-batch wines, fruit-based spirits, a …
Bhutan Weather & Packing Guide: What to Expect and What to Bring
4 August 2025 / by Yvonne Lin
Bhutan’s unique geography, nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, creates a diverse range of climates—from subtropical valleys to alpine highlands. This guide provides an overview of Bhutan’s seasonal weather patterns, temperature ranges, and rainfall acros …
Bhutan Travel Policy & Entry Guide 2025
4 August 2025 / by Yvonne Lin
Interested in visiting Bhutan? Here’s what you need to know before you go. This 2025 guide covers updated visa rules, reduced Sustainable Development Fees, travel insurance requirements, and what to budget for your trip. Discover why Bhutan remains one …
What is the Naxalite Rebellion and how does it affect tourism?
1 August 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Whilst completely unknown to most everybody, India and for over 60 years has been going through the Naxalite rebellion, a Maoist insurgency that seeks to turn India communist. How though did this start, why are they trying to do it, just how serious is …
The Akasaka Guide 2025
31 July 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
If you end up coming to Japan with Young Pioneer Tours then you will end up staying in Akasaka, pretty much our favorite place in Tokyo. Why do we like it so much? Well Akasaka has a bit of everything, bars, restaurants, weird food, adult bars and a wh …
Cambodia and Thailand A Hot or Cold War?
31 July 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Let’s be honest. If you have spent any time in Southeast Asia you already know that Cambodia and Thailand get along about as well as two drunks arguing over who owns the jukebox. Every few years things get heated borders light up and nationalist chest …
Busan Food: The Ultimate Guide to Eating Like a Local in 2025
31 July 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Busan food is a feast for the senses. Sitting on Korea’s southeastern coast, this city dishes up seafood so fresh it might still be swimming. Unlike the polished and sophisticated food scenes in Seoul, busan food is straightforward, bold, and packed wi …
Ultimate Serbian Phrases Guide for Travelling the Balkans
31 July 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Serbia is loud, fun, chaotic and completely unfiltered. That’s why we love it. But whether you are necking rakija in Belgrade or getting lost on the night trains across the Balkans, knowing a few essential Serbian phrases will take you far. And I’m not …
Taking the Train in India: The 2025 Complete Guide
31 July 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
If you want to experience India properly, then taking the train in India is one of the best ways to do it. This is not just transport; it is an adventure filled with madness, culture, chaos, and genuine moments you will never forget. From the bright li …
