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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15 April 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Every year, or at least before Covid-19 we have run a tour called the Extreme Philippines tour, but what do you do and why is it named thus? You can read about the 2023 Cutud Lenten Rites Festival here Seeing a lot in one week.. The first “extreme” par …
14 April 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Let’s not skip a beat here Covid was pretty shit for many reasons, but one big one was travel. Well it is (almost) over, so we were super pleased to be back at the 2025 Cutud Lenten Rites Festival. What the Cutud Lenten Rites Festival? Basically it is …
14 April 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong WING CHUN (詠春) is a Chinese Martial Art founded by Buddhist nun, NG Mui from China’s renowned Shaolin Temple. It is a close-range combat system that emphasizes efficiency, practicality, and economy of movement. It is named after Abbess NG …
6 April 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead but most of the customs and symbols associated with Easter have pagan originsThe origins of the name “Easter” are uncertain, but it is widely bel …
3 April 2023 / by Webmaster YPT
Are you planning an excursion in 2024? If that’s the case, then you’re not alone. It’s believed that 9 out of 10 Americans are planning a holiday this year. Most of them prefer to spend a weekend outside of their states. When it comes to planning the p …
3 April 2023 / by Webmaster YPT
Are you a student group leader looking to plan an unforgettable trip for your peers? Look no further than this comprehensive guide on planning a memorable student group trip for your sports team, club, or academic group. From choosing the perfect desti …
3 April 2023 / by Webmaster YPT
If you are one of the many vapers looking forward to a trip this year, you might be wondering about the laws for travelling with your e-cigarette and e-liquid. While it may be clear to some, several airports and airlines have just recently begun releas …
31 March 2023 / by Morgan Bourven
Is the Blue Lagoon always a must-stop when visiting Iceland? Not really. There are far cheaper and equally as beautiful alternatives in the south of the country.Conveniently situated between the airport and Reykjavik, the Blue Lagoon used to be a perfe …
22 March 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong We have a deep, ancient, and sacred connection with dogs. Biologically, it is a long-term relationship, where we stand beside each other in friendship or battle, to secure survival and protect what we treasure. These relationships have pl …