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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.
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Monastery of Tibet: Rongbuk Monastery Ultimate Guide 2025
4 September 2025 / by Steven Zhang
At the foot of Mount Everest in Tibet lies Rongbuk Monastery, the highest-altitude monastery in the world. Although not large, this monastery, where monks and nuns live together, is renowned for its unique location and is especially worth visiting for …
The Chinese Military Parade – What did we get to see?
4 September 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
On September 3, 2025 China marked Victory Day with one of the most ambitious military parades in recent history. The Chinese Military Parade in Beijing showcased the country’s armed forces in full display at Tiananmen Square. Thousands of soldiers marc …
Rugby League in Papua New Guinea
4 September 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
If you have ever stepped foot in Papua New Guinea one thing quickly becomes obvious Rugby League in Papua New Guinea is not just a sport it is a religion. From the crowded streets of Port Moresby to remote villages in the Highlands communities are glue …
Extreme Japan – The Bonin Islands Guide
4 September 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
At YPT we love exploring the weird and wonderful of Japan, with Bonin Island firmly ticking both of those boxes in abundance. This place not only has its own English Creole language, but has been over the years British, American, independent and now Ja …
Hotels of Port Moresby – The Lamana Hotel Guide
4 September 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
When it comes to venues in Port Moresby, few places can hold a candle to the Lamana Hotel. I enjoy a night at the Hilton from time to time, but if you want a place that is alive, chaotic, and actually has everything you need, the Lamana is unbeatable. …
Monastery of Tibet: Palcho Monastery Ultimate Guide 2025
2 September 2025 / by Steven Zhang
Gyantse is a Tibetan city famous for its resistance against British invasion, earning it the title of a heroic city. However, it is not only known for its history of conflict but also for the Palcho Monastery, which is renowned for its blend of differe …
Sasindran Muthuvel: From Tamil Nadu to Papua New Guinea’s Parliament
2 September 2025 / by Andy Khong
Who is Sasindran Muthuvel? He is the first foreign-born citizen to ever win an election to Papua New Guinea’s National Parliament.When people talk about the diversity of Papua New Guinea (PNG), they often think of its 800 languages and countless tribes …
Who are the Huli Wigmen in Papua New Guinea
30 August 2025 / by Gareth Johnson
If you have more than a passing interest in the tribes of Papua New Guinea then you will most definitely have heard of the Huli Wigmen. With ornate costumes, battle-like face paint and of course their legendary wigs their sight is synonymous with triba …
Atlantium: Empire of the Imagination
29 August 2025 / by Andy Khong
In a world where the concept of sovereignty and self-determination continues to evolve, the Empire of Atlantium stands out as a fascinating experiment in governance, identity, and nationhood. Founded not on war or conquest, but on ideals and innovation …
