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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12 March 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
Cancun is a very popular beach destination worldwide. With more than 22 kilometers of white sand beaches and a wide variety of hotels and resorts, this Mexican coastal city is perfect for those who enjoy sun and water sports. Why Choose Cancún? …
11 March 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
The 10 hardest countries to visit often have restrictions for travellers based on their passports and have high requirements to be eligible to enter the country. While certain passports make it easier for people to visit specific countries visa-free, s …
11 March 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
This article is a Kaliningrad travel guide for the Russian exclave in the heart of Europe. Kaliningrad is a symbol of the remanence of the Soviet Union and their presence in Central Europe. It was also named Tripadvisor’s top emerging tourism destinati …
10 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
A group and movement YPT are much part of, the Nauru Soccer Federation have today announced that they have not only got a kit sponsor, but also someone to actually make the shirts for them. So, does Nauru actually have a football team and what the hell …
9 March 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
You may know the history of Fukushima, one of the most tragic events in Japan’s history. The Tōhoku earthquake triggered a tsunami in which 18,500 plus people in Japan lost their lives and thousands of homes, buildings and infrastructure were irreparab …
9 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Does South Korea hate North Korea? And do South Koreans hate North Koreans and vice versa? As always and with everything that is North Korea the answers are somewhat complicated and indeed nuanced. This is exemplified by the fact that both are still te …
9 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
As the capital and most important city in Cambodia Phnom Penh is a great place for tourists on the bamboo trail. There is also a whole other side to the city, we present our dark tourism guide to Phnom Penh. Despite what many think Cambodia is not only …
9 March 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
Are you gearing up for a road trip to some less-traveled destinations? Tackling the roads less known can offer unparalleled adventure, but it also demands preparation. From mechanical checks to understanding local nuances, your journey begs for insight …
8 March 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
The YPT team and especially the women of YPT would like to wish everyone a happy International Women’s Day and offer some travel advice for women! Women have been travellers for centuries. From Jeanne Baret, a French woman in 1740 who is thought to be …