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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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YPT Newsletter 26th January 2024
27 January 2021 / by YPT Team
Dear Pioneers, Today as part of the YPT Newsletter, we want to put the spotlight on two incredible West African nations that have reopened to tourism and undoubtedly deserve to be on your must-see travel list for 2024. Often overlooked by travelers to …
YPT Newsletter 19th January 2024
27 January 2021 / by YPT Team
Dear Pioneers, In 2024 we have three extraordinary expeditions planned for the latter half of the year that are now open for early bookings. These three tours are without a doubt our most anticipated for this year and places are already going fast for …
Mauritania Travel Guide
27 January 2021 / by
Introduction Although many of us tend to look at countries that are generally off the beaten track, travellers often fail to consider the countries in West Africa for their next destination. So if you’re interested in nomadic hospitality or the longest …
Underrated Finland – 10 Things You Need to Check Out!
25 January 2021 / by Joel Vostok
Finland is among the most northern and geographically remote countries in the world. Whilst not in Eastern Europe, it is a mix between beautiful and wild nature, modern architecture, unique language, and amazing cuisine! But there are many underrated F …
YPT Morocco Map
25 January 2021 / by
The Kingdom of Morocco has been a mystifying travel destination of travelers for many generations. This North African Kingdom is in a snug location right between the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Morocco borders Spain, Algeria, and Mauritania. …
What is Karakalpakstan?
23 January 2021 / by Caitlin Graham
Introduction Like the name would suggest, Karakalpakstan is literally the land inhabited by the Karakalpaks. But where is it? And who are these Karakalpaks? And why should I go there? Where is Karakalpakstan? It’s the region in the west of Uzbekistan, …
What are the Stan Countries?
23 January 2021 / by John McGovern
Introduction Who are the Stan countries? And what does Stan mean? You will hear lots of talk about the Stans, not Stan Laurel, or other men named Stan you understand. We are talking about the Stan countries. The seven Stans in particular. There are 7 s …
Important Papers To Prepare Before Abroad Trip
22 January 2021 / by Webmaster YPT
As countries slowly reopen their borders and more people embark on long-haul flights, we seem to slowly be emerging from the aftermath of the travel bans of 2020 and 2021. Many were left stranded in their flats and houses (if they were lucky), so now t …
What to look forward to when North Korea reopens for tourism
21 January 2021 / by Rowan Beard
On January 22nd 2020 the North Korean government made a daring decision to be the first country in the world to close their borders to all incoming travellers to prevent any possible spread of COVID-19 to the country. Whilst at the time this sort …
