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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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Ultimate Phu Quoc Guide 2025
3 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
At YPT we love getting off the beaten track discovering things and then sharing them with the masses! And our latest discovery? Phu Quoc island in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. And best of all? This island is easily visitable from the best dark to …
Can you visit former countries?
2 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
At YPT we get a lot of people that want to go to every country, which by their reckoning means every country in the United Nations (UN). We greatly support this endeavour, but also have some issues to point out. Does this mean that North and South Kore …
7 Essential Health Tips for Globe-Trotters
2 March 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
Travelers often encounter unexpected hurdles that test their well-being. A high-altitude trek, for instance, tests your lungs in ways a city marathon never would. As such, preparation becomes paramount when globetrotting is on the horizon. Stayin …
Whats it like visiting Phu Quoc prison
1 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
While Phu Quoc is mainly renowned for its beaches and relaxation there are a few sites related to dark tourism and the Vietnam war, principal among them being Phu Quoc prison. And while the island of Phu Quoc is not usually on most tourist radars, both …
Kampot to Phu Quoc in 2025
1 March 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
With Vietnam and Cambodia both being firm favorites on the YPT calendar we are always looking not just for new destinations, but also new border crossings. With this in mind we present Kampot to Phu Quoc, the largest island within Vietnam. And whilst w …
How to take the train from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville
28 February 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
A YPT we have previously covered how you get the train from Phnom Penh to Battambang, Poipet and even all the way to Bangkok, but you can actually also travel south to some of the most popular tourist sites within the Kingdom. To read about taking the …
Are GCC Countries Safe for Female Travellers?
24 February 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
GCC countries are overall safe for female travellers to visit. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – are located on the Persian Gulf on the Asian continent. While part o …
Exploring the Enchanting Galapagos Islands: A Guide to Unforgettable Cruises
20 February 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
The Galapagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, renowned for their unique wildlife. Part of Ecuador, these islands played a significant role in Charles Darwin’s evolution study, housing species like marine iguanas and gigantic to …
5 Reasons Why You Should Travel Alone at Least Once
16 February 2024 / by Webmaster YPT
While journeying with friends or family packs its bundle of joy and shared memories, solo traveling offers a different kind of adventure. It’s an experience everyone should embrace at least once, opening doors to new insights and personal milestones. L …
