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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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North Korea to open for athletes from January 2025
28 October 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
28th October 2023 According to sources from both within and outside of the DPRK, North Korea is tentatively planning to open its borders to competing athletes from January 2025, although how this will be achieved and to what degree it will be open is y …
Mainland Yemen Tours suspended
28 October 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
28th October 2023 As part of our security protocol Young Pioneer Tours employs the services of 3rd party security consultants for advice on our destinations. With this in mind and following advice we have decided to temporarily suspend our tours to Mai …
Liechtenstein: Little Paradise of Europe
28 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Nestled in the heart of Europe, Liechtenstein is a picturesque and charming microstate often overlooked by many. With its rich history, diverse industries, and breath-taking tourist attractions, this small nation has a lot to offer. In th …
Journalist Trips to Chernobyl Now Available
27 October 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Journalist trips to Chernobyl are now available through Young Pioneer Tours and our partners in Kyiv, although there are strict rules regarding accreditation, and this should not be seen as back door or loophole way to visit Pripyat and beyond. Journal …
Taiping: Rain Town of Malaysia
27 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Background Nestled in the heart of Perak state, Malaysia, is a place often overlooked by travellers in favour of more popular destinations like Kuala Lumpur or Penang. Taiping, however, is a hidden gem that deserves recognition for its ri …
Vientiane: Gateway to Laid-Back Laos
27 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Nestled along the banks of the majestic Mekong River, Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is a city that exudes a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Often overlooked by travelers in favour of its more famous south-east Asian neighbours, …
Luxembourg: Jewel of Europe
27 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Nestled in the heart of Europe, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is a small but extraordinary country with a rich history, a robust economy, and a burgeoning tourist industry. This picturesque nation, often referred to as the “Green Heart of …
Bintan Island: A Glimpse into Paradise
26 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Nestled in the Riau Archipelago of Indonesia, just a short ferry ride away (>1 hour) from the bustling metropolis of Singapore, lies a hidden gem that’s often overlooked by travellers seeking tropical paradises. Bintan Island, a place of …
Baluchistan: A Journey into the Unseen ‘Tan’!
26 October 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Heard of Baluchistan? It is not a country, but a region veiled in the mists of history; spans the nations of Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan. Its rich heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture make it an intriguing destination. In …
