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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7 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
When it comes to YPT it would be fair to say we cover a number of niches, many of which we excel at. And it would seem that International Arms Fairs are another that we are very much market leaders in. Now while one might argue that in fact this falls …
3 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
It’s not every day you meet a king, but on a recent journey with Young Pioneer Tours to Bougainville, I found myself face-to-face with King David Peii II of the Twin Kingdoms of Papaala and Meekamui. Now, if you’ve never heard of this place, you’re not …
3 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Known as one of the 7 modern wonders of the world this is a place that is usually ram packed with punters, well that is no longer the case with an empty Petra now being the norm. And why is Petra empty? Well sadly because of the war in Gaza and Israel, …
2 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Resorts aren’t usually on my itinerary, but every now and then, work throws a curveball. Yesterday was one such day as our group headed to the Grand East Resort in Jordan for a dip in the Dead Sea, among other diversions. This was day two of our advent …
1 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
At YPT we do lots of tours throughout the Middle-East, always respecting the cultural norms of where we are, such as to drink, or not to drink. Can you though drink in Jordan? Table of ContentsCan you drink in Jordan?Are there liquor stores in Jordan?T …
1 September 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
When you think of Amman, what comes to mind? Bustling markets, ancient ruins, perhaps even a night out at the Rovers Return? Sure, there’s plenty to keep you occupied, but if you want to dive into something truly surreal, the Royal Automobile Museum is …
26 August 2024 / by YPT Team
From 1 October 2024, Sri Lanka announced 35 nationalities can enter Sri Lanka without paying a visa fee if entering as a tourist and staying in the country less than 30 days. This will officially be launched as a trial for 6 months, lasting until 30 Ap …
24 August 2024 / by George Morris
On paper, Rwanda is as perfect as a country could be. “Our land is rich and fertile, the climate pleasant. This has been our home for centuries. We are one people. We speak one language. We have one history.” Celine, my director whilst livi …
22 August 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
The Wagah border ceremony is famous for its stark display of nationalism on either side. Whether you are on the Indian side and singing Hindi songs boasting about the success and predicted future achievements of India, or you are on the more modest Pak …