While some of the world’s most famous sites may leave you a little disappointed (and frankly with a thin wallet), I propose 4 less crowded alternative destinations to the world’s most popular tourism sites In every country there are a couple of ‘must see’ items people rave about. As they say, have you even been […]

Algeria is a Muslim majority country so most people assume there is no drinking. The reality is more complicated. Yes you can drink in Algeria in some cities such as Algiers, Oran and other urban areas where hotels, restaurants and bars cater to foreigners or expats. In rural areas and more religious towns alcohol is […]

Mauritania cuisine is not a exactly fine dining. It is a harsh, hot country where food is about survival, not indulgence. The desert climate and limited infrastructure mean that fresh vegetables are scarce, fish is only reliable on the coast, and meat is precious inland. Most meals are based on rice, millet, bread, fish or […]

This may seem like an easy question and answer – Why is Jordan still facing a 60% drop in tourism? Perhaps because of regional instability since 2023. However, if this was the case, we would likely see a drop in tourism rates in all surrounding countries, however, interestingly enough, tourism in some countries has increased. […]

With a firm mix of North African, French and Arab vibes, it would be fair to say that Algiers is a city that YPT love. Yet while we have quite an affinity for this epic city, it is also a tough nut to crack. And while crack it we indeed do on our tours, we […]

In the many revolutionary red bases in Yan’an, the Wangjiaping Revolutionary Site holds a unique and important place. It was the cradle of China’s revolutionary military force. Unlike Zaoyuan, which focused on the central leadership, Wangjiaping remained the central hub of military command during those turbulent years. Historical Background of the Wangjiaping Revolutionary Site The […]

Yan’an is known as the cradle of China’s revolutionary history. When people think of Yan’an, they often picture cave dwellings, red flags and the Red Army. Many revolutionary sites are found across the city, and the Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site is one of them. Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site lies in the western suburbs of Yan’an in Shaanxi […]

Few photographs captured the reality of war like “The Terror of War.” Taken by Nick Ut during the Vietnam War in 1972, this image of a young girl running from a napalm attack shocked the world. At a time when the truth about the war was often hidden, the photo revealed the harsh realities that […]

If you have been to South-Eastern Anatolia, perhaps you might have heard of a sıra night. A sıra night is a gathering of people for dinner – with many courses, live music and entertainment and, of course, lots of dancing. But what is so special about a sıra night? What is one like? Where are […]

In the hills above Klepini in Northern Cyprus, a valley of half-built villas marks what is left of one of the region’s most notorious property scandals. The development, called Amaranta Valley, was promoted in the mid-2000s by British national Gary Robb. The reality that followed was entirely different. Who was Gary Robb? Gary Robb grew […]