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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.
You can also check out our sister publication YPT Life.
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The Bougainville Guide – 2023
10 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Bougainville might well become worlds newest country, but as of now it is not only an integral part of Papua New Guinea, but also one of the biggest travel secrets in the world What’s the deal with Bougainville? Part of Papua New Guinea it has never fe …
How to get a Whang-od tattoo in the Philippines inn 2023
9 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
As a lover of both the Philippines it was inevitable that I would some day get a Whang-od tattoo, also known as the 107 year old bamboo tattoo. Famous the world over and even once on the cover of Time Magazine, Whang-od Is sometimes called the la …
North Macedonia: Where History Comes to Life
9 September 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Nestled in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula, North Macedonia is a captivating destination that offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. This Balkan gem, formerly known as the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia ( …
Island Hopping in Bougainville
8 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Despite being mostly famous for war Bougainville offers some of the most stunningly beautiful islands in the world, comparable even to Palawan. Yet unlike other parts of the world hardly anyone knows about the islands of Bougainville, which means they …
Armenia: Embrace its Magic and Mysteries
8 September 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Armenia, a nation cradled within the South Caucasus, is a captivating land of intricate history, breathtaking geography, and a rich tapestry of culture. This compact nation, covering around 29,743 square kilometres, is nestled between Tur …
Kosovo: Treasure Trove of History and Beauty
8 September 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khon Kosovo, nestled in the heart of the Balkans, is a land that seamlessly weaves together a rich historical tapestry with breathtaking natural landscapes. While Kosovo may be Europe’s youngest nation, its history dates back centuries, marked …
Can you visit Panguna mine?
7 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Can you visit Panguna mine in Bougainville Papua New Guinea? Yes you can, yes you should and yes YPT can take you to visit Panguna Mine! So, what next? You need to get to Kupa Kupa is the capital city/island of Bougainville, itself a renege province of …
Will Bougainville be the worlds newest country?
7 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Read any new country list (including our own) posted online and you will see the Republic of Bougainville as the most likely next newest country. This has not come from nowhere with region officially doing so between 2025 and 2027, but how likely is to …
When will North Korea Open – September Edition
6 September 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Once again the subject of North Korea reopening has piqued peoples interest, with there country no longer 100% closed and people for all intents coming and going from the country. What does this mean in real terms though and can we expect the country t …
