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.
You can also check out our sister publication YPT Life.
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29 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
If you’re one of those travelers who think you’ve seen it all, think again. Forget the Eiffel Tower, the Great Wall of China, or even the Pyramids. Tonga has something that will blow your tropical socks off — the mythical, magical, and utterly bizarre …
29 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Fiji is often marketed as a tropical paradise, renowned for its azure waters, pristine beaches, and warm hospitality. However, beneath this idyllic image lies a complex reality shaped by a turbulent history, ethnic divisions, and economic challenges. W …
29 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
If you’re planning a trip to the South Pacific and wondering what to do in Tongatapu, this guide is for you. Tongatapu, the main island of Tonga, is a treasure trove of cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and unique experiences. From ancient ruins to …
28 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
In most countries, an airport runway is just a strip of tarmac for planes to take off and land. Functional, yes, but hardly exciting. In Tuvalu, however, the Funafuti Airport Runway is so much more than that. It’s the island’s main road, its sports fie …
28 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Samoa isn’t typically a place where we spend too much time, but on this trip, we had the chance to dig a little deeper—and that led us to the stunning Namuai Island. While it takes some effort to get there, the journey is half the adventure, and the de …
26 December 2024 / by Morgan Bourven
If you’ve booked one of our cruises to Antarctica or to Tristan Da Cunha, chances are you’ll spend a few days in Ushuaia, the “End of the World”. Located on the island of Tierra del Fuego, at the tip of South America, Ushuaia is one of the southernmost …
24 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Ah, the Dominion of Melchizedek – the name alone sounds like something straight out of a conspiracy theorist’s fever dream or a bad 90s action movie. And yet, this self-proclaimed “sovereign state” has managed to capture the imagination of the curious, …
23 December 2024 / by Ravi Mistry
Dagestan, officially known as the Republic of Dagestan, is a federal subject of the Russian Federation. Dagestan is located in the North Caucasus and is part of the North Caucasian Federal District, one of eight federal districts of the Russian Federation.
23 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
When you hear the names Samoa and American Samoa, you might think they’re the same place. While they share cultural roots, they are distinct entities with unique histories, governance, and lifestyles. Here’s a breakdown of what sets Samoa and American …