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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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Understanding Afghanistan Time: A Comprehensive Travel Guide
17 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Afghanistan is a country steeped in history, culture, and intrigue, making it an increasingly sought-after destination for adventurous travelers. But before you pack your bags, one of the most important things to understand is Afghanistan Time. Knowing …
Guangzhou Layover Guide – Everything You Need To Know and the 10 Best Places To Visit!
16 January 2025 / by Caitlin Graham
China recently changed their visa policy to allow more nationalities to enter visa free, in an attempt to grow the tourism industry. The countries included on the new 30 day visa free scheme include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Croat …
Who Are the New People’s Army? The Philippines’ Forgotten War
16 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
The New People’s Army (NPA) is one of the longest-running insurgencies in the world, and yet it remains one of the least understood. Emerging from the tumultuous political landscape of the Philippines in the late 1960s, the NPA has been at the center o …
Travel Update – Is Tourism in Sudan Returning?
16 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Tourism in Sudan is not yet making a full comeback, despite the signs that the war in the country is nearing its end. Since April 2023, Sudan has been embroiled in a brutal conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces ( …
The Anti-Fascist Festival in Caracas: Venezuela’s Role in Global Political Movements
16 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
From January 9-11, 2025, Caracas hosted the Anti-Fascist Festival, an event that attracted over 2,000 delegates from 125 countries. The festival coincided with the inauguration of Nicolás Maduro for his third term as president, marking an important mom …
Japanese Rule Over Korea: A Dark Chapter in History
16 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
When exploring Korea with Young Pioneer Tours, you’re not just walking through a country of bustling cities and serene landscapes. You’re stepping into a living museum of history, where the scars of the past are etched into the very fabric of the natio …
North Korea to reopen to tourism in Rason
16 January 2025 / by YPT Team
North Korea has reopened tourism in Rason, it’s Special Economic Zone in the northeast of the country, according to our local DPRK partners. The official reopening is technically effective from today, January 16th 2025. Update: You may click the follow …
Building Football in Kiribati with YPT
15 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
Kiribati, a remote Pacific island nation, is making an ambitious push to transform its footballing future. Despite its isolation and limited resources, the Kiribati Islands Football Federation (KIFF), led by President Eriati Reebo, is working tirelessl …
North Korean Holidays – What is Liberation Day?
14 January 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
When it comes to North Korea, there are few celebrations as significant as Liberation Day. This national holiday, observed annually on August 15, marks the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945 and the birth of an independent Korea. But like everything …
